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Speech Writing Fundamentals

A local youth group is collecting ideas for making the community more welcoming to cyclists. Study the sample speech, then use what you learn to plan and draft a short persuasive speech. Read each question carefully; sample answers are provided for teacher reference.

Read the sample speech

A safer ride for everyone Have you ever wanted to cycle somewhere but worried about riding beside fast traffic? A short journey should not feel like a risky one. Our neighbourhood can make cycling safer and easier. First, we need clearly marked bike lanes on the busiest streets. Even a painted lane helps drivers and cyclists understand where to travel. Second, we should add secure bike racks near the library and shops, so people have somewhere reliable to leave their bikes. Finally, we can run a free bike-check morning at the community centre. Volunteers could help people check brakes, tyres and lights. These ideas are practical. A safer route could help more people cycle to school, work and local activities. More bikes and fewer short car trips could also mean less traffic near busy streets. Let’s start with one bike-check morning and ask the council to review the streets where people feel least safe. If we work together, getting around on two wheels can feel like a real option—not a gamble. What small change would help you feel safer on your next ride?

1.In the sample speech, what is the speaker mainly trying to persuade the audience to do or support?

2.Copy the opening hook from the sample speech and explain how it is designed to involve listeners.

3.Match each speech feature with its role. Write the correct letter beside each number. 1. Hook 2. Supporting points 3. Call to action 4. Closing question A. Encourages listeners to take a specific next step B. Gives reasons and examples for the main message C. Grabs attention and introduces the issue D. Leaves the audience with something to consider

1. Hook
2. Supporting points
3. Call to action
4. Closing question

A. Encourages listeners to take a specific next step
C. Grabs attention and introduces the issue
B. Gives reasons and examples for the main message
D. Leaves the audience with something to consider

4.Choose one specific example from the speech that supports the speaker’s main message. Explain how it supports the message.

5.The speaker writes, “getting around on two wheels can feel like a real option—not a gamble.” Name one technique used in this line and explain its effect on the audience.

6.Which tone best fits this speech to a community youth group, and what detail from the sample supports your choice? A. Warm and encouraging B. Angry and threatening C. Secretive and mysterious D. Silly and dismissive

A. Warm and encouraging
B. Angry and threatening
C. Secretive and mysterious
D. Silly and dismissive

7.The speech claims that more cycling could mean less traffic. Suggest one piece of evidence the speaker could research to make this claim more convincing. Do not invent a statistic.

Plan your own persuasive speech

Choose a school or community improvement you genuinely care about. Aim your speech at a clear audience, such as a youth group, a council committee or other students. Use specific examples and a respectful tone.

8.Name an improvement you want to argue for, identify your audience, and write your main message as one clear sentence.

9.Write two different reasons that support your message. Add one example or piece of evidence you could find for at least one reason.

10.Write a persuasive speech of about 100–140 words for your chosen audience. Include an engaging hook, a clear message, at least two supporting points, and a conclusion with a specific call to action. Add a delivery cue in brackets, such as [pause] or [emphasise this phrase].