Detailed Outline Templatethe One
Detailed Outline Templatethe One
I. Introduction
a. attention getter-(what will you say to "bring the audience into your speech?")
b. thesis statement
1. general purpose- to inform you on (name of topic here)
2. specific purpose- what is the purpose of your speech and/or why did you select this topic?
How does it relate to your audience? Mention the three main points you will speak on as well.
c. criteria- by the end of the speech, what do you want your audience to understand?
II. Body
1. your first point
a. subpoint-two to three complete sentences, ultimately comprising of a paragraph
b. subpoint-two to three complete sentences, ultimately comprising of a paragraph
Transition1: Now that we've talked about (name of your first point), let's take a close look at
(name of your second point)
2. your second point
a. subpoint-two to three complete sentences, ultimately comprising of a paragraph
b. subpoint-two to three complete sentences, ultimately comprising of a paragraph
Transition2: Now that we've talked about (name of your first point), and we just observed
(name of second point), let's take a third and final observation of (name of third
point)
3. your third point
a. subpoint-two to three complete sentences, ultimately comprising of a paragraph
b. subpoint-two to three complete sentences, ultimately comprising of a paragraph
III. Conclusion
a. restate your three main points and offer a final thought. It may also be a great idea to complete your
presentation with the same attention getter you began with.