Persuasive speech outline

Persuasive Topics & 3 Point Thesis Statements

This assignment will be submitted as an MS word document. Please do NOT submit powerpoint presentations. Thanks.

Step 1: View the Prezi presentation about counter-arguments:

Counter Arguments Presentation

Step 2: View the Prezi presentation about logical fallacies

Logical Fallacies Presentation

Step 3: REVIEW:

Chapter 15: Persuasive Speaking

Chapter 16: Making Arguments

Step 4: Brainstorm for persuasive topics.

Be certain that the topic contains two distinct and opposing arguments. The topic should have a CLEAR COUNTER-ARGUMENT.

· In example, there are TWO DISTINCT OPPOSING OPINIONS about abortion or death penalty laws. That means they will work for this assignment.

· AVOID topics for which there are subjective arguments and/or that describe, for instance, “the benefits of exercise”. It is unlikely that there is a logical argument against those benefits.

Step 5: List 3 potential persuasive topics

Step 6: Create 3 potential three point thesis statements for those persuasive topics.

Step 7: List a potential counter-argument for each topic.

Step 8: Submit this assignment as a word document. Do not submit a powerpoint presentation.