Persuasive Speech General Purpose: To persuade my audience to take a specific position on a proposed policy. Specific Purpose Statement: To persuade my audience that everyone should be required to have a pet. Argument: Everyone should be required to have a pet because of the many benefits that come along with it. Introduction I. Attention Getter: There is a saying that an apple a day keeps the doctor away, but wouldn’t it be better if the apple was being offered to you by a cute pet? A. Spending some quality time with an adorable, loving animal can be something that is important for you in more ways than one. II. Argument/Introduce Topic: Pets make an outstanding positive change in your mental and physical health. Considering the potential benefits for your …show more content…
Firstly, I will talk about the ways an animal is capable of making you bond and be responsible with a lifelong companion. B. Next, I will tell you how your mental and physical state will differ with a loving companion. C. Finally, I’ll show you what you need to keep in mind when considering on what animal might be more suitable for you. [Transition: Everyone should have the responsibility of taking care of another living thing.] I. Main Point: An animal is capable of making you bond and be responsible with a lifelong companion. A. Sub-point: They’re many people who are introverted and isolated that often find it tough to connect with other people. 1. Sub-sub-point: Pets can handle changes and how they respond to the world. 2. Sub-sub-point: Pets will depend on you and give you the important feeling of being needed. B. Sub-point: Many people often live on their own and may not be comfortable looking for comfort from the people around them. This is where an animal comes in. 1. Sub-sub-point: Animals love attention and are willing to get as much as they can get. 2. Sub-sub-point: Dogs will lick your face and follow you around. Cats love to lay in your lap for you to pet