Extemp Speech Organization Sheets

Topic (Question): Attention Getter:

Lead Into Question (Insert Thesis; quote, statistic, analogy, or rhetorical ?, too):

Question:

Answer to Question:

Why is this the answer?

Preview (Insert main points of answer and development):

Main Points I. A. B. II. A. B. III. A. B. Summary: Conclusion:

Persuasive Organization I.

Attention:

II. Nature of the Problem: A. Effects:

B. Extent:

C. Causes:

III.

The Solution:

IV.

Visualization of the Solution:

V.

Appeal to Audience for Action:

Informative Transitions I. Introduction: 1. Opening Remarks—“thus, we find 3 major reasons for the war; the first… II. Body: 1. 1st Reason (discussion)…..(transition)—“and it was because of these events that the second major cause developed...”

2. 2nd Reason (discussion)…..(transition)—“When we add this to the first cause, the next major cause seems inevitable…”

Persuasive Transitions I.

Attention…..(transition)—“This, in short, is the problem, and detailed examination will reveal…” II. Nature of the Problem A. Causes (discussion)…..(transition)—“In view of such potent forces is it little wonder that the consequences are…” B. Effects of the Problem (discussion)….(transition)—“The seriousness of the result is compounded by the extensive penetration into…” C. Extent of Problem (discussion)…..(transition)—“With causes so evident and resulting evil so widespread, need we look far for a solution?” III. Solution (discussion)….(transition)—“There can be little doubt that this proposal, with its simplicity and effectiveness, demands your immediate endorsement and speedy execution…”

Transition Words: Now, Next, Furthermore, Moreover, Consequently, On the other hand, In greater detail, Let’s explore this from another point of view, This has resulted in…