Memorable endings — Public speaking for kids

Speaker's tip

End strong, end on time — “close with one strong line, then say “Thank you””

1. Call to action: tell the audience one thing to do. Summary: repeat the main points in one line.
2. Link to the opening: return to the question or story you began with.
3. Weak endings: trailing off, “that’s it, I think”, apologising, adding a new point or running over time.

Use it for: Closing speeches, debate turns, presentations and assembly talks.

Worked example: 🏁 What kind of ending is this? “Start today: carry a cloth bag every time you shop.” → a call to action

✏️ Practice

Work it out in your head or on paper, then tap your answer — or type it and press Check. Stuck? Press “Show me how”.

🏁 Lesson 14 test

20 questions. Check each answer, then go to the next one. Get 16 or more right to pass.

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🖨️ Public Speaking Worksheet: Memorable Endings

• Worksheet set 1 (PDF)
• Worksheet set 2 (PDF)
• Worksheet set 3 (PDF)