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Speech Preparation
Speech Preparation
PREPARATION
Steps in speech preparation
INTRODUCTION
and
CONCLUSION
THE INTRODUCTION
A good introduction seeks to:
1. Establish contact (rapport or
goodwill) between the speaker
and his audience;
2. Catch attention and arouse
interest;
3. State the subject of the speech
and establish the speakers’
point of view.
Opening Techniques for the
introduction
1. Reference to the subject,
occasion and audience
2. Use of quotations
3. Reference to current events
4. Historical statements
5. Anecdote
6. Startling statements
7. Questions