COM 231: Organizing and Outlining: C9 & C11

Which of the following are parts that should be labeled in a preparation outline? a. Introduction b. Speaking directions c. Preface d. Body e. Conclusion

a. Introduction d. Body e. Conclusion

Which of the following statements are true concerning the main points of a speech? a. They are the central features of the speech. b. They should be arranged strategically. c. They should be stated as infinitive phrases. d. They should be worded precisely.

a. They are the central features of the speech. b. They should be arranged strategically. d. They should be worded precisely.

Which of the following best describes the preparation outline? A. A detailed outline used to help you prepare a speech B. A few brief notes to help you determine when to make eye contact during your speech C. A rough outline of the general purpose and major points of your speech D. A list of the resources you plan to use in preparing your speech

A. A detailed outline used to help you prepare a speech

What is the most important reason for limiting main points? A. It is hard to adequately develop numerous main points in a short speech. B. It is hard to phrase the central idea if there are too many points. C. It is hard to maintain correct wording if there are too many main points.

A. It is hard to adequately develop numerous main points in a short speech.

Which of the following comes before the start of the preparation outline? A. The specific purpose statement B. The speech introduction C. The bibliography D. Connectives

A. The specific purpose statement

Along with a purpose statement, a preparation outline should include _____ to keep the speech focused and effective. A. a bibliography B. a central idea C. a delivery cue D. an unanswered question

B. a central idea

The preparation outline should include the ______ purpose as a way to help you evaluate how successfully the speech has been put together. A. general B. specific C. abstract D. ulterior

B. specific

In order for an audience to be able to follow the progression of the ideas in your speech from beginning to end, you need to use A. examples. B. supporting materials. C. strategic organization. D. statistics.

C. strategic organization.

Which one of these is not a guideline for preparing the preparation outline? A. Provide a bibliography or list of works cited. B. Label transitions, internal summaries, and internal previews. C. Use a consistent pattern of symbolization and indentation. D. Construct main points and subpoints as key words rather than sentences.

D. Construct main points and subpoints as key words rather than sentences.

Select the pattern best suited for a speech with this specific purpose: "To inform my audience about the three layers of human skin, starting with the top." A. Causal B. Chronological C. Topical D. Spatial

D. Spatial

Which three of the following are most important to consider when deciding the order of main points in your speech? a. your research b. your supporting examples c. your purpose d. your audience e. your topic

c. your purpose d. your audience e. your topic

Jacinta will be giving a speech about the Battle of Bunker Hill. She plans to present her points by starting with a discussion of the events leading up to the battle and end by talking about events that happened immediately after the battle. What method is Jacinta using to organize her speech? A. Spatial order B. Chronological order C. Topical order D. Problem-solution order

B. Chronological order

Carlos has been asked to give a speech at an upcoming conference. In order to make sure his speech is properly organized and contains all the information he wants to express to his audience, Carlos should begin by creating a A. cue card. B. first draft. C. preparation outline. D. delivery outline.

C. preparation outline.

What are the primary strategies for preparing main points in speeches? a. Create independent points for clarity. b. Balance the time dedicated to each point. c. Arrange the points in alphabetical order. d. Use parallel wording to improve comprehension.

a. Create independent points for clarity. b. Balance the time dedicated to each point. d. Use parallel wording to improve comprehension

Which of the following are guidelines for preparing the preparation outline? a. Label the introduction, body, and conclusion. b. State the specific purpose of your speech. c. Write using a block-paragraph format. d. Identify the central idea.

a. Label the introduction, body, and conclusion. b. State the specific purpose of your speech. d. Identify the central idea.

Why is important for a speech to be well organized? a. The speaker's coherence affects the listener's perception of the speech. b. The speaker's strategy has to be obvious to the listener. c. Speeches rely on a linear presentation of visual aids. d. Unlike reading a text, the audience cannot reread parts to better understand the message.

a. The speaker's coherence affects the listener's perception of the speech. d. Unlike reading a text, the audience cannot reread parts to better understand the message.