Speech Structure Worksheet: Intro → Body → Close

1. The Opening: grab attention (about 20 seconds)

Pick one way to start, then tell them what your speech is about in one sentence.

• A question: “Have you ever wondered…?”
• A surprising fact: “Did you know…?”
• A short story: “Last week, something happened…”
• A bold statement: “I believe…”

2. The Middle: your 3 main points

Give each point a reason and an example. Three is the magic number. Transition with: First… Next… Also… Finally…

• Point 1: because… / for example…
• Point 2: because… / for example…
• Point 3: because… / for example…

3. The Close: end strong (about 20 seconds)

• Remind them of your big idea: “So remember…”
• Call to action: “Next time you…, try…”
• Circle back to your opening (answer the question or finish the story).

Quick checklist before you present

• My opening grabs attention in the first 10 seconds.
• I have exactly 3 main points (not 6!).
• Each point has a reason AND an example.
• My ending repeats my big idea.
• I practiced my first line and last line out loud.