Speech Checklists

Chapter 9: Speech Introduction Checklist

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		Yes	No	Target Date
1.	Do I gain the attention and interest of my audience by (check the one that applies):
	Relating the speech topic to my audience
	Stating the importance of my topic
	Startling the audience
	Arousing the curiosity of the audience
	Questioning the audience
	Beginning with a quotation
	Telling a story
	Referring to the occasion
	Inviting audience participation
	Using audio equipment or visual aids
	Relating to a previous speaker
	Beginning with humor
2.	Do I clearly reveal the topic of my speech?
3.	Do I establish my credibility to speak on this topic?
4.	If my topic is controversial, do I take steps to establish my goodwill toward the audience?
5.	Do I provide a preview statement of the main points to be covered in the body of the speech?
6.	Do I define any key terms that will be necessary for the audience to understand the rest of my speech?
7.	Do I have a transition between the introduction and the body of my speech?
8.	Is the introduction limited to 10-20 percent of my entire speech?