Characteristics+of+Strong+Speech

media type="custom" key="13847966" width="150" height="150" align="left"   Good persuasive writing is much more than just correct writing. It's writing that responds to the interests and needs of our readers and listeners.

Before You Start, Practice!
Learn how to use transitional words and learn how to use supporting examples. Knowing about these skills will help you with your persuasive essay.


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Don't forget, g ood research is critical to a successful persuasive speech. You must have content to back up your claims. Remember this when you are writing the nomination speech. Do not include things in the speech that are false. The candidate is trying to gain voters, not lose them!

You can find facts from a variety of different resources: newspapers, magazines, textbooks, interviews, past speeches, public documents, and the internet.

Once your research is complete, you'll want to begin thinking through your process of persuasion.

** Key Points to Remember **
 * Audience Connection (get the audience hooked!)
 * Clear Agenda
 * Stick to the facts
 * Form and State Conclusions


 * Now, let's move onto Historical Speeches! This page will expose you to past speeches by politicians. **

Source: Scholastic Writing Workshop