You will create a speech as an introduction to the informative speech topic you chose.
Based on your Informative Speech Topic and 3 main points, develop an appropriate introduction that includes the following:
Attention getting device
Introduce topic clearly
Significance statement/Motivate audience to listen
Established credibility
Preview remainder of speech
Create a 1- 1.5 minute speech. Keep the following in mind:
You should deliver your speech extemporaneously from brief notes that occupy no more than one side of a single 4 x 6 note card.
Do not read your speech, but use as much eye contact as possible.
Practice, and time yourself.
Refer to Assignment 2: Introduction to Informative Speech [PDF] Assignment 2: Introduction to Informative Speech [PDF] – Alternative Formats for how your speech will be critiqued.