Chapter 9 Public Speaking

True or False? Although using a consistent pattern of wording for main points is common practice among writers, it is less important in public speaking.

False

True or False? Speeches arranged in spatial order follow a time sequence.

False

True or False? The following statement is an example of an internal summary: "So much for the present; what about the future?"

False

True or False? "The most important point to remember about..." is an example of a signpost.

True

True or False? It is usually best to prepare the body of the speech before the introduction.

True

True or False? Most speeches should contain from two to five main points.

True

True or False? Questions are particularly effective as signposts because they invite subliminal answers and thereby get the audience more involved in the speech.

True

True or False? The most effective order for the main points of a speech depends upon the topic, the specific purpose, and the audience.

True

True or False? Transitions state both the idea the speaker is leaving and the one the speaker is coming to.

True

True or False? When developing a speech, you should try to roughly balance the among of time devoted to each main point.

True