Using one of the brainstorming methods described in this chapter, come up with two topics you might like to deal with in your Informative speech. For each topic, devise a general purpose, specific purpose statement, a thesis and three main points. Then, write a brief explanation of how you are connected to the topic and why you are qualified to inform others about it. Remember to consider your passion and knowledge. See the example below:
General Purpose: To inform
Specific Purpose: To inform my audience about the accomplishments of Thomas Jefferson.
Central Idea: Thomas Jefferson was an accomplished writer, president, and architect.
Main Points:
I. As a writer, Thomas Jefferson penned the Declaration of Independence
and Notes on the State of Virginia.
II. As President, Thomas Jefferson negotiated the Louisiana Purchase
and approved the Lewis and Clark expedition.
III. As an architect, Jefferson designed Monticello and the University of
Virginia.
I chose to write about Thomas Jefferson because I am majoring in History and I have studied Jefferson for years. I am fascinated by his life and I want others to know about his impact on America. …..