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Introductions & Conclusions

Introductions & Conclusions. Chapter 10. Functions of an Introduction. Catch audience’s attention Reveal and relate topic Establish credibility Preview speech. Types of Introductions. Rhetorical questions Story Quotation or poem Demonstration. Types of Introductions (cont.).

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Introductions & Conclusions

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  1. Introductions &Conclusions Chapter 10

  2. Functions of an Introduction • Catch audience’s attention • Reveal and relate topic • Establish credibility • Preview speech

  3. Types of Introductions • Rhetorical questions • Story • Quotation or poem • Demonstration

  4. Types of Introductions (cont.) • Startling statement • State importance of topic • Share expertise • State what’s to come Find facts at Web Link 10.1: AmusingFacts.com at the Invitation to Public Speaking website.

  5. Student Video Example Jessica Fuller; “Preview” example; 12 sec. Click image to play video; “alt” & “enter” keys for full screen. Windows Media Player required

  6. Tips for an Introduction • Look for materials during research • Prepare after body of speech • Prepare & practice full introduction • Be brief • Be creative

  7. Purpose of Conclusion • Tip off ending • Reinforce thesis statement • Create closure

  8. Preparing a Compelling Conclusion • Summarize main points • Answer introductory question • Refer back to introduction • Recite a quotation

  9. Summary • A concise restatement of main points at the end of the speech

  10. Tips for Conclusion • Look for concluding materials • Be creative • Be brief • Don’t leave conclusion to chance

  11. Student Example • Mike Peil’s conclusion In text: p. 218 & on the Interactive Student and Professional Speeches Website

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