First paragraph: hook your audience into wanting to read or hear your speech. you could tell a story or use a quote. introduce the event and basic facts like people and places. use at least three to five sentences. second paragraph: discuss the systems of separation of powers and checks and balances. use facts to explain the difference between them. third paragraph: discuss the position of the federalists on ratifying the constitution. use facts. fourth paragraph: discuss the position of the anti-federalists on ratifying the constitution. use facts. fifth paragraph: this is where you summarize and review what you wrote. reviewer suggestions: