Introduction

1. Hook – statistics, questions, anecdotes, experiences, analogies… try to get your

audience’s attention with a general remark.
2. Background information – introduce the topic you’re going to talk about
3. Topic statement – talk about the aspects you’ll talk about your topic

Body

1. Topic introduction – use sequence words – talk about the first aspect
2. Details
Examples > expand the aspect with transition words (in addition,
furthermore, moreover, …). You can state your own opinions.
Explanations
Statistics

Conclusion

1. Topic statement - Summary of points >>> Talk about what you’ve talked about.
Summarize your aspects in a sentence or two. Don’t forget to use concluding phrases.
2. Final remarks – thoughts, opinions, questions – try to close your speech with a thought-
provoking remark such as a question or a final comment. You can rely on your own
experience or state your honest opinion.