persuasive speech! ( for communication, public speaking class)
OUTLINE WORKSHEET: seq NL1 \r 0 \h MOTIVATED SEQUENCE DESIGN
TITLE (Optional):
Topic:
Specific Purpose:
Thesis Statement:
seq NL1 \r 0 \h Introduction
Attention material (focus attention on problem):
Credibility material:
Preview:
(Transition into body of speech)
seq NL1 \r 0 \h Body SEQ NLI \r 0 \h
I seq NLA \r 0 \h . Main point #1 (Statement of need for action):
A seq NL1 \r 0 \h . (Description of problem):
1 seq NL_a \r 0 \h . (Signs, symptoms, effects of problem):
2 seq NL_a \r 0 \h . (Example, narrative, or testimony):
B seq NL1 \r 0 \h . (Importance of problem):
1 seq NL_a \r 0 \h . (Extent of problem):
a seq NL_1_ \r 0 \h ) (Facts/statistics):
b seq NL_1_ \r 0 \h ) (Expert testimony):
2 seq NL_a \r 0 \h . (Who is affected):
a seq NL_1_ \r 0 \h ) (Facts/statistics):
b seq NL_1_ \r 0 \h ) (Example/narrative):
(Transition into main point 2)
II seq NLA \r 0 \h . Main point #2 (Present solution that satisfies need):
A seq NL1 \r 0 \h . (Description of solution):
1 seq NL_a \r 0 \h . (How solution satisfies need):
2 seq NL_a \r 0 \h . (How solution can be implemented):
a seq NL_1_ \r 0 \h ) (Plan of action):
(1 seq NL_(a) \r 0 \h ) (Step 1 of plan):
(2 seq NL_(a) \r 0 \h ) (Step 2 of plan):
(3 seq NL_(a) \r 0 \h ) (Step 3 of plan):
(4 seq NL_(a) \r 0 \h ) (Step 4 of plan):
(Transition into main point 3)
III seq NLA \r 0 \h . (Visualize results):
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A seq NL1 \r 0 \h . (Describe expected results of action):
B seq NL1 \r 0 \h . (Describe consequences of inaction):
(Transition into conclusion)
seq NL1 \r 0 \h Conclusion
Summary:
Call for action:
seq NL1 \r 0 \h Works Consulted:
seq NL1 \r 0 \h CHECKLIST FOR MOTIVATED SEQUENCE DESIGN outline
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I have selected a topic that involves a problem that needs to be solved with action. |
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I have clearly stated the purpose of my speech. |
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My thesis statement is written as a complete declarative sentence. |
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My introduction focuses attention on the problem, establishes my credibility, and previews my message. |
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The first main point in my speech establishes the need for action. |
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The second main point in my speech details a plan of action that satisfies the need. |
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The third main point in my speech visualizes the results of action and the consequences of inaction. |
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I have appropriate supporting material for each main point in my speech. |
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The conclusion of my speech contains a summary statement and ends with a call for action. |
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I have provided transitions where they are needed to make my speech flow smoothly. |
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I have compiled a list of works consulted in the preparation of my speech. |