Speech Planning Worksheet

Introduction

(The speaker sells the idea to the audience so they’ll want to listen. The first

few minutes of a speech are very important.) 10%

A. Get Audience’s Attention

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Share a brief story or example that directly relates to the speech.

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Mention a startling statement, statistic or fact.

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Start with a question, quotation, or familiar saying that has to do with the

topic of the speech.

B. State The Topic

C. Relate To Audience

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People pay attention to things that concern them.

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You might refer to a common experience, fear, or situation with which

everyone is familiar.

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Challenge the audience with a question, invitation or quiz.

D. Preview Main Points

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Simply list the points in the order they will be presented.

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