Write Persuasive Speech Outline

Topic: Distracted Driving

I. Introduction

A. Attention-getter/ teaser:

B. Speaker Credibility:

C. Thesis statement:

D. Preview Statements:

First we will...

Second we will....

And finally we will....

II. Body

A. Main Point 1: (Problems-how individuals are negatively impacted):

1. First Problem

a. Claim:

b. Grounds:

c. Warrant:

2. Second Problem

a. Claim:

b. Grounds:

c. Warrant:

Transition Statement:

B. Main Point 2 (Causes-what issues contribute to the problems in main point 1):

1. First Cause

a. Claim:

b. Grounds:

c. Warrant:

2. Second Cause

a. Claim:

b. Grounds:

c. Warrant:

Transition Statement:

C. Main Point 3 (Solutions-how can members of the audience help fix the problems outlined

in main point 1):

1. First Solution

a. Claim:

b. Grounds:

c. Warrant:

2. Second Solution

a. Claim:

b. Grounds:

c. Warrant:

III. Conclusion

A. Review Statement:

B. Thematic Statement Reminder:

C. Attention Getter Reminder:

IV. Work Cited Page (MLA or APA Format)