Description
Speech Topic
Issue relevant to local government, community, and/or school.
Thesis Statement
focused proposition identifying the issue, what you want your audience to do, and why.
Audience
is identified.
Rhetorical Considerations
reflects a keen understanding of how to persuade the audience.
Fully-Developed Introduction
Engaging opening: hook, credibility, and rapport are clearly established.
Body
3 main persuasive points, each with evidence and an explanation.
Speaking Cues
are noted.
Connective Statements
are noted.
Two Cited Sources
A minimum of 2 sources are ethically documented using MLA formatting.
Exploration of 2 Sources
ideas/persuade your audience.
2 quotations, paraphrases, and/ or summary(ies) of information that will be useful to support your
Conclusion
Fully restated thesis and a take-away/final call-to-action.
Visual Aid Planning
What format you’re using, and what will be included, is documented.
Writing Style/Formatting
Outline can be written using complete ideas/bullets, but outlined keywords/points provide clear proof of planning and idea development. Outlined sections are labeled and numbered.
Professionalism
Clear evidence of proofreading: consideration given to language choice, mechanics, grammar, and spelling.
