SPEECH 1 ASSIGNMENT

SPEECH 1: INTRODUCTORY SPEECH

ASSIGNMENT

INTRODUCTORY SPEECH PREPARATION OUTLINE

Name:

I. INTRODUCTION A. Claim: Like a sequoia, Jennifer is unconventionally tall, resilient, and wise beyond her age.

II. BODY

1. Main Point 1: Measuring six feet two inches, like a sequoia, Jennifer is unconventionally tall when compared to women her age.

2. Support Material 1: I will tell the story of Jennifer being recruited to play basketball for a university due to her unconventional height.

Transition: Now that I’ve discussed Jennifer’s unconventional height, I would like to turn your attention to her resiliency.

1. Main Point 2: Like a sequoia Jennifer has endured hardship, but each event has made her a stronger person.

2. Support Material 2: I will tell the story of how Jennifer, despite being homeless, continued attending school.

Transition: Next, I would like speak to you about Jennifer’s wisdom.

1. Main Point 3: Like a sequoia, which is the wisest tree in the forest, Jennifer too is the wisest amongst her peers; her friends look up to her.

2. Support Material 3: I will tell the story of Jennifer imparting smart, solicited advice to her friends.

III. CONCLUSIONA. Review : Like a sequoia, Jennifer is unconventionally tall, resilient, and wise beyond her age.

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