1. SPEECH 1 ASSIGNMENT
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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. CONCLUSION
A. Review : Like a sequoia, Jennifer is unconventionally tall, resilient, and wise beyond
her age.