1. Persuasive Speech

2. Requirements Choose a social controversy. Identify Cite 5 sources
The problem
The cause
A potential solution
Cite 5 sources
Speak for 7 minutes

3. Requirements Your introduction should include A hook An ethos builder
A thesis
A preview

4. Requirements The body should contain A description of the problem
What are the harms?
What will happen if we fail to act on the problem?
Why is the problem significant?
Document the extent of the problem.
A description of the cause
What is the root cause (or causes) of the problem.
Document the nature of the cause.

5. Requirements Solution Conclusion
Identify an individual solution to the problem.
Identify an institutional solution to the problem.
Conclusion
Synthesize your argument
Restate your thesis
End with a clincher

6. Requirements Delivery Eye contact 70% of the time
Minimize vocal pauses
Appropriate movement and gesture
Nonverbal immediacy.