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Opinion Speech Writing

Levi, Keira and Wiremu are preparing short speeches for a community meeting at the lighthouse. Read each task, then plan and practise your own opinion speech. Use reasons and examples to help your listeners understand your point of view.

Spot the parts of a speech

Read Wiremu's speech. Then answer the questions.

Should we add a covered bench near the lighthouse path? I think we should add a covered bench near the lighthouse path. First, walkers need a place to rest when they are tired. Last week, I saw a grandparent pause on the path and look for somewhere to sit. A bench would also give people shelter from a light shower while they enjoy the sea view. We could choose a spot that does not block the path. Please support a covered bench so more people can enjoy the walk.

1.What is Wiremu's opinion about the bench? Choose the sentence that tells it most clearly.

The path is beside the lighthouse.
I think we should add a covered bench near the lighthouse path.
Last week, I saw a grandparent.
People enjoy the sea view.

2.Find one reason Wiremu gives for adding the bench.

3.Which detail is a personal example that supports Wiremu's opinion?

The path is near a lighthouse.
He saw a grandparent pause and look for somewhere to sit.
A bench can be made of wood.
The meeting is in a lighthouse.

4.How does Wiremu finish his speech? Explain what he wants listeners to do.

Build your own opinion

Choose one lighthouse community idea: add a rubbish bin by the path, put up a sign reminding visitors to keep the coast clean, or make a small book-swap shelf in the visitor shelter.

5.Write the idea you chose and state your opinion clearly. You could start, “I think we should…”

6.Give one strong reason for your opinion. Explain how the idea could help someone.

7.Add an example, something you have noticed, or a second reason to support your opinion.

8.Write a convincing final sentence asking your listeners to agree or take action.

9.Put these speech parts in a helpful order by writing 1, 2 and 3: ___ Give a reason and example. ___ State your opinion. ___ Finish with a request or strong final sentence.

10.Choose two helpful speaking choices for your speech.

Speak clearly and loudly enough to be heard.
Rush through every sentence.
Look towards your listeners sometimes.
Hide your face and whisper.

11.Read your plan aloud. Name one thing you did well and one thing you could improve, such as making your opinion clear, adding a reason, or speaking at a steady pace.