SP180 Principles of Public Speaking
Directions: Be sure to save an electronic copy of your answer before submitting it to Ashworth College for grading. Unless otherwise stated, answer in complete sentences, and be sure to use correct English, spelling and grammar. Sources must be cited in APA format. Your response should be a minimum of two (2) double-spaced pages to a maximum of four (4) pages in length; refer to the "Assignment Format" page located on the Course Home page for specific format requirements.
TITLE: Use of cell phones while driving should be banned nationwide
. General Purpose: The use of cell phones while driving should be banned.
. Specific Purpose: The use of a cell phone while driving can be very dangerous and life threatening.
. Central idea: There should be a nationwide ban on the use of cell phones while driving.
. Introduction: Driving and using a cell phone should be made a felony
. Key point #1: It should be banned because it distracts drivers
. Key point #2: It should be banned because can be very dangerous and it puts people health and well being at risk.
. Key point #3: It should be banned because it has and can lead to the death of the driver and any innocent bystanders.
II. Body of the Presentation
. Main Point #1: Driving while using a cell phone should be banned because it can distract drivers.
1. Supporting points: A distracted driver can cause car accidents.
2. Source: http://topics.nytimes.com/top/news/technology/series/driven_to_distraction/
3. Source: http://www.distraction.gov/content/get-the-facts/facts-and-statistics.html
2. Supporting point: A distracted driver is blindsided and isn't focusing on the road which can lead to tragic accidents.
1. Source: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/11/131120100318.htm
2. Source: http://www.cbsnews.com/news/distracted-drivers-kill-6000-last-year/
. Main Point #2: Driving while using a cell phone should be banned nationwide because it