Informative Speech Outline

Format for Informative Speech Outline

I. Introduction

A. Attention Device—how can I gain the attention of the audience? 1. This can be a poem, a quote, a rhetorical question, a story, etc… 2. Should be about

B. Thesis Statement—what is my speech about? 1. 1-2 sentences introducing your topic to your audience

C. Forecast of Main points—what are my 3-5 speaking points? 1. 1-2 Sentences telling the audience what points you will be covering 2. Thesis and Forecast should be about

D. Link to First point—how I get into my 1st main point. 1. 1 or 2 sentences written to transition into the body and 1st point 2. Entire Intro should

II. Body (3-5 Main Points) A. Point #1—Description of 1st point with sub points

1. a.

2. a.

B. Point #2 (add sub points) C. Point #3 (add sub points)

III. Conclusion

A. Summary of Main Points 1. 1-2 sentences summarizing the points you have just talked about

B. Re-State Thesis 1. 1-2 sentences rephrasing you thesis for the audience

C. Clincher—ties to attention device, “Tying the Bow on the Package.” 1. Can be a story, quote, poem, answer to your opening question, etc…