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  1. 8 Effective Introductions and Powerful Conclusions

    State the Purpose of Your Speech. ... If, on the other hand, you were delivering a persuasive speech urging your audience to participate in a very risky political demonstration, you might use this quotation from Martin Luther King Jr.: ... The purpose of a conclusion that refers to the future is to help your audience imagine the future you ...

  2. 11.2 Steps of a Conclusion

    Restatement of the Thesis. Restating a thesis statement is the first step in a powerful conclusion. As we explained in Chapter 9 "Introductions Matter: How to Begin a Speech Effectively", a thesis statement is a short, declarative sentence that states the purpose, intent, or main idea of a speech.When we restate the thesis statement at the conclusion of our speech, we're attempting to ...

  3. 9.5: Functions of Conclusions

    A speech does not just stop—or, to be more precise, a speech should not just stop. A speech, effectively structured and delivered, should move smoothly from point to point and then to the conclusion. One of the most important functions of the conclusion is to prepare the audience for the end of the speech.

  4. Purpose of a Speech Conclusion

    The purpose of a conclusion is to briefly summarize your speech, to leave the audience with a clear takeaway, and to signal the end of your speech. Ending a speech with "So…that's it" or "OK, I'm done" is unacceptable. It is also unacceptable to introduce a new idea in your conclusion. A conclusion must be clear, memorable, and brief.

  5. 7.3: Functions of Conclusions

    A speech, effectively structured and delivered, should move smoothly from point to point and then to the conclusion. One of the most important functions of the conclusion is to prepare the audience for the end of the speech. Throughout the speech, you have been providing the audience with verbal and nonverbal cues to where you are going in the ...

  6. 11.2: Steps of a Conclusion

    Examine the three steps of an effective conclusion: restatement of the thesis, review of the main points, and concluding device. Differentiate among Miller's (1946) ten concluding devices. Matthew Culnane - Steps - CC BY-SA 2.0. In Section 11.1 "Why Conclusions Matter", we discussed the importance a conclusion has on a speech.

  7. Purpose and Thesis

    As with essay writing, the early work of speechwriting follows familiar steps: brainstorming, research, pre-writing, thesis, and so on. This chapter focuses on techniques that are unique to speechwriting. As a spoken form, speeches must be clear about the purpose and main idea or "takeaway.". Planned redundancy means that you will be ...

  8. Conclusion, Review Questions, and Activities

    Introductions set the stage for the speech that is to come; conclusions make sure that the audience goes away changed in a positive manner. Short in time, they require careful thought and precise language to be effective. Done well, introductions prepare an audience to learn, and conclusions help to insure that an audience has understood the ...

  9. 10.2 Conclusions

    The introduction and conclusion are the last part of creating your speech, but they should receive the same attention as the body of your speech. This is the opportunity to get the audience's attention and draw them in, and to leave them something to think about. Your introduction and conclusion should be thought of as bookends to the speech ...

  10. Functions of Conclusions

    A speech, effectively structured and delivered, should move smoothly from point to point and then to the conclusion. One of the most important functions of the conclusion is to prepare the audience for the end of the speech. Throughout the speech, you have been providing the audience with verbal and nonverbal cues to where you are going in the ...

  11. Concluding the Speech

    Restating the thesis in your conclusion reminds the audience of the major purpose or goal of your speech, helping them remember it better. ... If, on the other hand, you were delivering a persuasive speech urging your audience to participate in a very risky political demonstration, you might use this quotation from Martin Luther King Jr ...

  12. 14.8: Conclusion, Glossary, References

    Persuasive Speeches Speeches which aim to convince an audience to think or behave in a particular way. Problem-Solution Speech A speech in which problems and solutions are presented alongside one another with a clear link between a problem and its solution. Proposition of Fact An argument that seeks to establish whether something is true or false.

  13. How To Write A Political Speech

    Summarize and restate your main points: Conclude your argument by summarizing your main points and restating your thesis. Leave your audience clearly understanding your position and a compelling call to action. These steps can construct a strong and persuasive argument in your political speech.

  14. Speech Conclusions

    Remind the audience of your claim/thesis. Especially important if there is a question and answer period. University Writing & Speaking Center. 1664 N. Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89557. William N. Pennington Student Achievement Center, Mailstop: 0213. [email protected]. (775) 784-6030.

  15. Chapter 17: Conclusion

    Just as a good introduction helps bring an audience into your speech's world, and a good speech body holds the audience in that world, a good conclusion helps bring that audience back to reality. So, plan ahead to ensure that your conclusion is an effective one. While a good conclusion will not rescue a poorly prepared speech, a strong ...

  16. PDF How to analyse a speech?

    The purpose of most political speeches is persuasion rather than information. There is always a (hidden, underlying) message involved, often related to certain attitudes and ... introduction, main part or body, conclusion) circumstances of the speech / political context: Internet) • time and place/medium (e.g. TV, radio, face -toface,

  17. 8.7: Steps of a Conclusion

    Examine the three steps of an effective conclusion: restatement of the thesis, review of the main points, and concluding device. Differentiate among Miller's (1946) concluding devices. Figure 8.7.1 Matthew Culnane - Steps - CC BY-SA 2.0. In Section 8.6 "Why Conclusions Matter", we discussed the importance a conclusion has on a speech.

  18. Political Speech

    An initial question is whether it is right to treat speech in the political sphere as more worthy of protection than other types of speech. To some extent this entails reference to the arguments discussed in Chapter I for according freedom of expression special protection against government interference. Some of those arguments do suggest that political speech should occupy what is referred to ...

  19. Concluding with Power

    An effective conclusion contains three basic parts: a restatement of the speech's thesis; a review of the main points discussed within the speech; and a concluding device that helps create a lasting image in audiences' minds. Miller (1946) found that speakers tend to use one of ten concluding devices.

  20. How to End Your Speech with a Strong and Memorable Conclusion?

    B. Purpose of the Blog Post The purpose of this blog post is to provide guidance on how to end a speech with a strong and memorable conclusion. ... A strong conclusion in a political speech should ...

  21. Conclusion and Module Activities

    Conclusion and Module Activities. The primary goal of persuasive speaking is to influence an audience's beliefs or behaviors so that they can make necessary or positive change. Persuasive speaking is a vital skill in all areas of life, whether it is a political candidate convincing voters to elect them, an employee convincing the boss to give ...

  22. House passes Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan aid

    The House has passed a key foreign aid package on Saturday. Follow here for the latest live news updates from Capitol Hill.