Week 2: Chapter 11 - Outlining the Speech

Which are the two most commonly used formats for speech bibliographies?

Modern Language Association (MLA) American Psychological Association (APA)

One guideline for the preparation outline is to include the central idea.

True

Which are two situations in which a title is likely to be necessary for a speech?

a publicized talk at a professional convention a speech that will be published in the future

Where should the purpose of a speech appear in a preparation outline?

as a separate unit before the outline

The preparation outline usually includes a or an Blank______ that lists sources that the speaker used to research the topic.

bibliography

Which term refers to the list of sources used in preparing a speech?

bibliography

Along with a purpose statement, a preparation outline should include a or an Blank______ to keep the speech focused and effective. Multiple choice question.

central idea

Which are three examples of delivery cues you might include in a speech about President John F. Kennedy?

slow down emphasize "what you can do for your country" pause here

Which of the following comes before the start of the preparation outline?

the specific purpose statement

A speaker who is having trouble maintaining eye contact with the audience is likely to have which issue with their speaking outline?

too many details

Which two of the following are benefits of labeling the introduction, body, and conclusion of your speech in your preparation outline?

Labeling enables you to make sure your speech has all of the essential elements. Labels can help you make sure you have accomplished the essential objectives of each element.

Danny is constructing a preparation outline for a speech he will be giving to his class on the effects of climate change. His outline includes the main points: 1. Sea level rise 2. Severe weather events 3. Health concerns Each main point has several subpoints. What does Danny need to correct in his outline? Multiple choice question.

Main points and subpoints should be written in full sentences.

Jana has prepared an outline for a speech on the Hindenburg disaster, in which a large airship caught fire in New Jersey on May 6, 1937. Which would be an appropriate speech title that makes use of the three guidelines for titles?

The Hindenburg Disaster

What is one of the guidelines for the preparation outline that will help you make sure your ideas are completely thought out and distinct?

Write out main points and subpoints as full sentences.

Directions included in a speaking outline to help a speaker remember how to give key parts of the speech are called:

delivery cues

Which are two places in a speech that the central idea is often placed?

immediately after the purpose statement in the text of the outline

Which three are parts that should be labeled in a preparation outline?

introduction conclusion body

Labeling enables you to make sure your speech has all of the essential elements. Labels can help you make sure you have accomplished the essential objectives of each element.

to enhance effective, direct communication to help speakers maintain eye contact with the audience