1 Problem Solution Speech Pattern
A problem solution speech usually includes three issues:
1. analysis of a problem to define the nature of the problem and its severity
2. explanation of the causes of the problem
3. support for a solution to the problem
An example of this would be the problem of air pollution in Bangkok.
Start out by showing the severity of the problem. What is air pollution? How is it measured? What are its effects? How bad is the air in Bangkok? Next explain the causes of air pollution. What role does the car and car exhaust play in this problem?
Finally suggest a solution to the problem such as the use of mass transit or the use of cleaner burning fuels in cars. Explain how this solution will affect the quality of the air.