Speech component samples

   Which is a persuasive speech’s thesis statement?

• These simple steps will help you to study abroad.

• Studying abroad helps students develop language skills.

• You should spend at least one semester studying abroad.

• Studying abroad has many benefits for students.

Introduction:

“Today, I want to convince you that every Thai university student should spend at least one semester studying abroad.”

• Gain attention

• Signal thesis

• Show relevance

• Establish credibility

Introduction:

“Imagine walking into a classroom in another country. The students speak a different language, the textbooks look different, and the lunch menu is nothing like what you’re used to. At first, it’s scary—but soon, it becomes one of the most exciting experiences of your life.”

• Gain attention

• Signal thesis

• Show relevance

• Establish credibility

Introduction:

“Studying abroad can help you improve your English, understand other cultures, and open doors to better job opportunities—things that are important for many of us here in this room.”

• Gain attention

• Signal thesis

• Show relevance

• Establish credibility

Introduction:

“Last year, I joined an exchange program in Canada. I learned not only from my classes but also from my daily life—buying groceries, talking to locals, and working with international classmates.”

• Gain attention

• Signal thesis

• Show relevance

• Establish credibility

Supporting materials: what type is this?

“In 2023, over 40,000 Thai students studied abroad, and 70% reported higher confidence in using English after their program.”

• Narrative

• Analogy

• Example

• Statistics

Supporting materials: what type is this?

“Studying abroad is like planting a tree in new soil—it may be challenging at first, but the roots grow stronger, and the tree bears more diverse fruit.”

• Narrative

• Analogy

• Example

• Definition

Supporting materials: what type is this?

“Studying abroad means enrolling in courses in a university outside your own country, usually for a set period like one semester, with the goal of learning both academically and culturally.”

• Narrative

• Analogy

• Example

• Definition

Supporting materials: what type is this?

“My friend Mai studied in Japan for one semester. She joined a Japanese cooking club, improved her language skills, and made friends from five different countries. When she returned, she got a job at a Thai-Japanese company within two months.”

• Narrative

• Analogy

• Example

• Definition

Supporting materials: what type is this?

“Just like how learning to swim requires you to get into the water, learning to adapt to another culture requires living in it.”

• Narrative

• Analogy

• Example

• Definition