Speeches and presentations include three basic parts: introduction, body, and conclusion. These three parts are held together by transitions, which allow the speaker to flow smoothly from introduction to body and from body to conclusion. Crafting an effective speech means (1) knowing what each of these three parts consists of, (2) knowing the best way to organize the speech’s main points, and (3) knowing how to effectively transition from part to part and from point to point.
The purpose of the introduction is to acquaint the audience with the topic of your speech and prepare the audience for the main points you will make in the body. The introduction of a speech should accomplish the following things:
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The purpose of the body is to present the main points of the speech in a logical way. The body of a speech should accomplish the following things:
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There are several patterns that you can use to organize the main points of your informative speech. The most effective pattern depends on the topic of your speech.
There are several patterns that you can use to organize the main points of your persuasive speech. The most effective pattern depends on the topic of your speech.
Examples of useful transition statements: Now that I’ve discussed the problem, let’s talk about a solution…, What can we do to address this concern?
The purpose of the conclusion is to reinforce the main points covered in the body and end the speech in a logical, meaningful way. The conclusion of a speech should accomplish the following things:
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