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General Purpose: To Persuade Specific Purpose: By the end

Claim/Thesis Statement:

II. Attention Step

A. Attention-getter: Use complete sentences for each part of intro

B. Credibility Statement:

C. Relevance to audience:

D. Preview of speech: Use your strongest point of their problem they face

Transition:

II. Need Step

A. Main point I (Need step)

1. First subpoint

2. Second subpoint

Transition:

III. SATISFACTION STEP

A. Main Point (Satisfaction step)

1. First subpoint

2. Second subpoint

B. Main Point

1. First subpoint

2. Second subpoint

Transition:

C. Main Point

1. First subpoint

2. Second subpoint

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III. VISUALIZATION STEP

A. Main Point

1. First subpoint

2. Second subpoint

B. Main Point

1. First subpoint

2. Second subpoint

IV. ACTION. STEP

A. Review/summary statement:

B. Call to action statement:

C. Concluding/closing/Exit Statement:

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Claim/Thesis Statement: The urgency of addressing climate change impacts humanity's very existence. Every individual has a role in combating this global crisis through personal actions and community involvement.

Attention Step

A. Attention-getter: Imagine waking up in a world where natural disasters are the norm, where rising sea levels threaten our homes, and where the air you breathe is tainted with pollution. This is not a scene from a dystopian movie; it is a reality that our planet faces if we fail to act on climate change.

B. Credibility Statement: As an environmental science student with a strong commitment to sustainability, I have researched climate change's effects and have discovered potential solutions that we all can implement.

C. Relevance to audience: This message matters to you, the audience, because the impacts of climate change will affect your lives, your families, and the future generations to come.

D. Preview of Speech: Today, I will discuss the pressing need for action against climate change, provide satisfactory solutions that you can adopt, visualize the positive outcomes of these actions, and finally, call you to participate in making a change.

Transition: Let’s begin by understanding the crucial need for action.

II. Need Step

A. Main point I (Need step): Climate change poses imminent threats to global health and security.

1. First subpoint: Extreme weather events are increasing in frequency and severity, leading to loss of life and property (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, 2023).

2. Second subpoint: Biodiversity is at risk, with many species facing extinction due to habitat loss and climate-related changes (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, 2022).

Transition: Now that we understand the need for action, let’s explore how we can satisfy this need.

III. SATISFACTION STEP

A. Main Point (Satisfaction step): There are actionable steps that each of you can take to contribute to combating climate change.

1. First subpoint: Reduce, reuse, and recycle. By minimizing waste, we can lessen our carbon footprint (World Wildlife Fund, 2022).

2. Second subpoint: Support renewable energy initiatives by choosing clean energy options when available (U.S. Department of Energy, 2023).

B. Main Point: Engage in community programs that promote sustainability.

1. First subpoint: Volunteer for local clean-up events or tree-planting initiatives (Environmental Protection Agency, 2022).

2. Second subpoint: Advocate for policy changes that prioritize environmental protection at local and national levels (Greenpeace, 2023).

Transition: Next, let’s visualize the benefits that arise from taking these actions.

C. Main Point: By implementing these solutions, we can pave the way for a healthier planet.

1. First subpoint: Cleaner air and water will lead to improved public health outcomes (World Health Organization, 2022).

2. Second subpoint: Enhanced ecosystems will not only protect wildlife but also provide us with natural resources (Biodiversity International, 2023).

Transition: Finally, let’s discuss the action we can take.

IV. ACTION STEP

A. Review/summary statement: Addressing climate change requires awareness of its threats, understanding of how we can satisfy these needs through personal action and community effort, and the visualization of the positive changes.

B. Call to action statement: I urge each of you to commit to at least one sustainable practice this week and share it with your friends and family.

C. Concluding/closing/Exit Statement: Together, our collective efforts can forge a path to a sustainable future. Act now for the planet and future generations!

References

  • National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (2023). Climate Change: What It Means for Us. Retrieved from https://www.noaa.gov/climate
  • Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (2022). Climate Change 2022: Impacts, Adaptation, and Vulnerability. Retrieved from https://www.ipcc.ch/report/ar6/wg2/
  • World Wildlife Fund (2022). Reduce, Reuse, Recycle: The Three Rs. Retrieved from https://www.worldwildlife.org/pages/reduce-reuse-recycle
  • U.S. Department of Energy (2023). Renewable Energy Basics. Retrieved from https://www.energy.gov/oe/information-center/renewable-energy-basics
  • Environmental Protection Agency (2022). Community Clean-Up Projects. Retrieved from https://www.epa.gov/cleandup
  • Greenpeace (2023). Advocate for Climate Policy Changes. Retrieved from https://www.greenpeace.org
  • World Health Organization (2022). Health and Climate Change. Retrieved from https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/climate-change-and-health
  • Biodiversity International (2023). The Importance of Biodiversity. Retrieved from https://www.biodiversityinternational.org
  • United Nations (2023). Sustainable Development Goals. Retrieved from https://sdgs.un.org/goals
  • Climate Action Network (2022). The Role of Community in Climate Action. Retrieved from https://www.climatenetwork.org

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