persuasive speech! ( for communication, public speaking class)

seq NL1 \r 0 \h OUTLINE WORKSHEET: PROBLEM-SOLUTION DESIGN

TITLE (Optional):

Topic:

Specific Purpose:

Thesis Statement:

seq NL1 \r 0 \h Introduction

Attention material:

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 problem):

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):

C seq NL1 \r 0 \h . (Consequences of problem):

1 seq NL_a \r 0 \h . (Expert testimony):

2 seq NL_a \r 0 \h . (Example/narrative):

(Transition into main point 2)

II seq NLA \r 0 \h . Main point #2 (Statement of solution):

A seq NL1 \r 0 \h . (Description of solution):

1 seq NL_a \r 0 \h . (How solution fits problem):

a seq NL_1_ \r 0 \h ) (More than symptom relief):

b seq NL_1_ \r 0 \h ) (Is workable):

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):

b seq NL_1_ \r 0 \h ) (Costs and efforts):

B seq NL1 \r 0 \h . (Picture results):

1 seq NL_a \r 0 \h . (Describe expected results):

2 seq NL_a \r 0 \h . (When results expected):

3 seq NL_a \r 0 \h . (Additional benefits):

(Transition into Conclusion)

seq NL1 \r 0 \h Conclusion

Summary:

Concluding remarks:

seq NL1 \r 0 \h Works Consulted:

CHECKLIST for seq NL1 \r 0 \h PROBLEM-SOLUTION DESIGN outline

_____	I have selected a topic that involves a problem that needs to be solved.
_____	I have clearly stated the purpose of my speech.
_____	My thesis statement is written as a complete declarative sentence.
_____	My introduction gains attention and interest, establishes my credibility, and previews the main points of my message.
_____	My first main point presents the problem.
_____	My subpoints for the first main point describe the problem, show its importance, and demonstrate the consequences of inaction.
_____	I have adequate supporting material for each of my subpoints relating to the problem.
_____	My second main point presents my solution to the problem.
_____	My subpoints for the second main point demonstrate how the solution addresses the problem, describe a plan of action, and picture the results of the solution.
_____	I have adequate supporting material for each of my subpoints relating to the solution.
_____	My conclusion contains a summary that recaps my message and remarks that reflect on the meaning and significance of my speech.
_____	I have provided transitions where they are needed to make my speech flow smoothly.
_____	I have compiled a list of works consulted in the preparation of my speech.