Writing a Persuasive Speech

For this assignment, you will plan, write and record a 90-second persuasive speech . 

Choose one of the topics below and use one of  the attached graphic organizers to plan how you will convince your audience ( me) to believe or do what you say. 

You should have at least 2 points and one example or evidence that proves each point. Use any two speech-making techniques in your speech 


Topics

  • All schools should teach sign language 
  • Children under 15 should not be allowed to have social media accounts 
  • Smoking should be made illegal
  • University education should be free for everyone
  • Fast food ( burgers, fried chicken, pizza) should be twice as expensive as healthy food
  • Men and women should be paid the same amount of money if they do the same job


Tips

  • Be sure to write out your entire speech, so that you don't have to think of what to say when you are recording.
  • Use words that are easy to say.        
  • Speak slowly, loudly, and clearly. 

Submit your completed graphic organizer as well as your completed speech script.