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The purpose of the persuasive speech is to motivate the audience to take an action – either immediate or passive.  Therefore, your topic should focus on the action you want the audience to take. The speech is 7-10 minutes in length and is worth 200 points – 25 points for the outline and 175 points for the presentation. Again, you are free to choose any topic that interests you, but there are some limitations:?   Nothing illegal, immoral, or unethical?   No overly political topics (i.e., recommending one vote for a certain candidate)?   No overly religious topics (i.e., attempting to persuade the audience to join a specific religion)?   No overly controversial topics (i.e., attempting to convince the audience to be pro-life or pro-choice)?   No guns, ammunition or weapons of any kind?   No alcohol or drugsYou ABSOLUTELY MUST present on the assigned day – there will not be time for make-up speeches.