Problem - Solution

I. Introduction (This is a Title Line)

A. Opening Statement

B. Central Idea (1 sentence declarative statement):

C. Supporting Points (State them, DO NOT EXPLAIN)

1st Point (State Problem)

2nd Point (State Solution)

D. Establish Credibility: why listen to you

E. Motivate the Audience: Why should they listen to your speech (Directly relate)

Transition

II. Body

A. 1st Supporting Point (Problem)

1. evidence
2. evidence
3. evidence

Transition

B. 2nd Point (Solution)

1. evidence
2. evidence
3. evidence
Transition

III. Conclusion
A. Restate Thesis
B. Closing Statement