Persuasive Speech Outline Template

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I. Introduction

A. Attention getter statement

B. State problem

C. Relate topic to audience and establish credibility

D. Thesis/Preview (Introduce the problem, solution, and action)

(Transition sentence from introduction to body)

II. Body

A. Main Point One (The Problem) [Be sure to use valid arguments: emotional, logical or ethical appeals in your body/main points]

i. Sub Point One

1. Supporting Material

2. Supporting Material

B. Sub Point Two

1. Supporting Material

2. Supporting Material

(Transition sentence from main point one (The Problem) to main point two (The Solution)

B. Main Point Two (The Solution)

i. Sub Point One

1. Supporting Material

2. Supporting Material

B. Sub Point Two (Possible Action Step Here)

2. 1. 1. 1. Supporting Material

         2. Supporting Material

(Transition sentence from main point two (The Solution) to main point three (Action Step)

C. Main Point Three (Action Step)

i. Sub Point One

2. 1. 1. 1. Supporting Material

         2. Supporting Material

B. Sub Point Two (Possible Action Step Here)

1. Supporting Material

2. Supporting Material

III. Conclusion

A. Review your main points

B. Restate the importance of your topic here.

IV. Works Cited

Use APA Annotated References