Persuasive Speech Outline Template Length: 3—5 minutes



Government Speech Outline Template Length: 6—8 minutes

Title:______________, by____________________

Exact purpose: To explain to the audience the background and the significance of the . . . (complete this statement by naming the Supreme Court Case)

(Although it is the first part of your outline, DO NOT begin your speech delivery by stating your exact purpose. The first thing you say should be your attention grabber.)

I. INTRODUCTION

A. Attention Grabber: (Statement to wake the audience up/ make sure they are listening!)

B. Thesis: (Explain the general summary of the case and explain the significance of the case to everyday life.)

C. Qualification: (Tell listeners your personal experience/connection for this case and WHY you chose this particular case to present.

II. BODY

A. Background/Circumstances of the Case

i. Historical Background

ii. Problems/causes that led to the case

iii. What were the issues that led to this case? Who were the participants?

TRANSITION SENTENCE: (Smoothly connect the Background to the Constitutional Issues raised)

B. Constitutional Issues/Questions:

i. What Constitutional questions were raised by the participants in this case?

ii. What issues faced the court in making their decision?

TRANSITION SENTENCE: (Smoothly connect the Constitutional Issues/Questions to the Arguments raised)

BODY CONTINUED…

C. Arguments

i. Arguments for one party

ii. Arguments for the other party

D. Decision and Rationale

i. how did the court decide

ii. key aspects of the court decision

iii.Key points of the Majority opinion

iv. Concurring opinions

v. Dissenting views

E The significance and impact of the case

i. How has the outcome of this case changed society?

ii. How does the outcome of this influence our lives.

SIGNAL THE WRAP UP! (Move smoothly from Reason 3 to the conclusion of your speech.

III. CONCLUSION

A. Summary: (Briefly remind listeners of the significance of the case)

B. Memorable Ending/Audience Challenge: (End with a powerful closing thought or recommended course of action.)

C. Thank Audience for Listening!

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