Wednesday, March 14, 2012

Discussion Question 2


2). What components, according to your book, go into an introduction and conclusion?  How are you going to use these ideas in your Informative Speech?  Please give specific examples!  Write out part of your intro and conclusion in your
blog post. 

The three components that go into an introduction include, getting the audience’s attention, establish the purpose and thesis, preview main points. Having a strong introduction is crucial in presenting a great speech. It is during the first few seconds where the audience’s attention can either be heightened or weakened.  The components that go into a conclusion are, review main points, reinforcement of purpose, providing closure. This is the speaker’s final opportunity to reinforce his/her main points and hope to have solidified a connection with his/her audience.

Introduction: The 2008 financial crisis is affecting millions of Americans and is one of the hottest topics in the Presidential campaigns. Realty Trac recently reported, in California 1 in every 256 homes are being foreclosed on. In the last few years we have seen several major financial institutions be absorbed by other financial institutions, (the purchase of Meryl Lynch by Bank of America) and receive government bailouts, or outright crash. Today, I will be covering the 2008 Financial crisis focusing on three specific areas: First, what were some factors that forced
Americans down this spiral. Next, how did it get so bad? Finally, what can we do as consumers to protect ourselves from falling victim to this again?
(Have not developed a conclusion yet)

2 comments:

  1. Even though the 2008 financial collapse has been many years, our economic structures still need to take time to recover. I think your informative topic is very special, and I like your introduction; especially, it really touches the 99 % of the American’s because of their pain from foreclosures. Nowadays, there are many American families who are struggling for their domestic finance. I remember my husband said he has never seen so many homeless people standing on the streets. I am looking forward to hearing your speech, and listening to your opinion about how we, as consumers, can protect our selves from such a fatal mistake.

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  2. The reading this week was very helpful and clear on the elements that help produce a strong and effective introduction. And I agree with the book about the first few minutes determine whether your audience pays attention or not. I know that I have found myself to wonder what people will talk about. If it’s something you’re not interested in, I tend to zone out. I hate to admit it, but it is the truth. However I’m excited to hear your speech. You seem to have a very strong introduction. I don't think the topic is "many years" old. It was just 4 years ago. Many people have not recovered yet from the spiral. Your topic grabs your attention right away. Whether you are already a homeowner or planning to one day own a home this topic applies to everyone. You state what information will be covered and the audience knows what they can look forward to. Good luck with your conclusion I'm sure it will be great.

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