Persuasive Speech Assignment

Persuasive Speech Topic Worksheet

Brainstorming Activity:

To explore good Persuasive Speech topic ideas, brainstorm 3-4 ideas each for statements #1 and #2 below.

1. I strongly believe individuals should/shouldn’t (think, feel, do):

2. There is a lot of evidence that argues (for or against):

Persuasive speeches present arguments to the audience in order to get them to believe your position statement so much that a new perspective is formed and/or an action is taken. Your objective is to change minds or to change habits. This is an opportunity for you to dig deep within yourself and communicate your beliefs, values, and opinions. Explore topics that you enjoy discussing/debating and topics that you know are narrow enough to be covered within the time frame.

Persuasive Speech Topics for Approval:

You may highlight your favorite(s). This will not guarantee its selection, but it may help to sway my decision. I will select 2 of these 5. From those 2, you may select your final speech topic. Once approved, topics may not be changed.

Topic 1:

Why you like this topic:

Topic 2:

Why you like this topic:

Topic 3:

Why you like this topic:

Topic 4:

Why you like this topic:

Topic 5:

Why you like this topic: