英语 演讲的结构
Constructing Basic Structure
of a Speech 1) Introduction Attention getter Thesis Relation to audience 2) Body Point 1 Point 2 Point 3 3) Conclusion Summary Thesis Memorable remark
1. Introduction A A ttention getter
( ( opening lines; 前 前 0 30 秒) ) Raise a thought-provoking question; Make an interesting or controversial statement; Recite a relevant quotation; Story / Personal anecdote or experience; Statistic;
Humor /Recount a joke; Startle the Audience Relate the topic to the Audience Arouse the curiosity of the Audience Etc.
Thesis
（中心论点）
State your thesis. The thesis is the purpose of your speech. It is the general reason that you are speaking. Relation to audience It is important for your audience to feel as though they are a part of your speech. Show how your topic or reason relates to each of them.
2. Body P P oint 1 Support (facts / statistics, testimony, examples) P P oint 2 Support (facts / statistics, testimony, examples) P P oint 3 Support (facts / statistics, testimony, examples) Tips: Choose your organizational pattern based on the topic and your approach. State your main ideas in complete sentences and as a single idea. Parallel the main ideas grammatically if possible.
Your audience should be able to recognize and remember your main points. Support: Use a variety of support (facts / statistics, testimony, examples); Make sure each point is developed completely before going on to the next; If needed, summarize the point before making a transition to the next point; Document your sources to add credibility; Use recent, credible sources and cite them in your speech when necessary.
3. Conclusion
Summary Thesis Memorable remark
Like your opening, the closing of your speech must contain some of your strongest materials. You should view the closing of your speech as an opportunity: 1) To end this speech, summarize the points that were made in the body; 2) Once again, state your thesis.
3) To end your speech with a memorable remark. Leave the audience with something that will stick in their head. (Quotes, rhetorical questions, outrageous claims, etc.) Tips & Warnings 1) Take your time. 2) If comedy is used, make sure it won’t fail.
3) Don’t fear. Audiences can sense nervousness, and this will be a HUGE distraction. Remember, it’s not only what you say, but how you say it.
