When making a speaking outline you should state your main points and Subpoints in full sentences?

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2 A preparation outline should include A) a bibliography. B) research notes. C) delivery cues. D) all of the above.

3 A preparation outline should include A) a specific purpose statement. B) a central idea. C) connectives. D) all of the above.

4 The pattern of symbolization and indentation in a speech outline shows the ____________ of the speech. A) visual framework B) indirect organization C) informal structure D) residual message

5 In a preparation outline, the most important ideas are placed farthest to the left and the less important ideas are placed progressively farther to the right. A) True B) False

6 In a preparation outline, you should state your main points in brief phrases. A) True B) False

7 A ____________ is a list of the sources used in preparing a speech. A) bibliography B) biography C) commentary

8 When selecting a title for your speech, you should avoid phrasing it as a question. A) True B) False

9 A ____________ outline is a brief outline used to jog a speaker's memory during the presentation of a speech. A) visual B) speaking C) final

10 When preparing a speaking outline, you should A) include many details so you won't forget what to say. B) use complete sentences to ensure full development of ideas. C) give yourself cues for delivering the speech. D) all of the above.

11 In a preparation outline, main points are identified by capital letters. A) True B) False

12 In a preparation outline, main points and subpoints should be written as full sentences. A) True B) False

13 Even though a speaking outline should be kept as brief as possible, you should usually write out quotations in full. A) True B) False

14 In a speaking outline, words such as "Pause," "Faster Here," and "Slow Down" are ____________ that help a speaker remember how she or he wants to present key parts of the speech. A) speech tags B) delivery cues C) stage directions D) oral guides

15 A speech title should A) be brief. B) encapsulate the main thrust of your speech. C) attract the attention of your audience. D) all of the above.

16 Which of the following is a correctly worded main point for a speech preparation outline? A) Bagpipes B) Did you know that the bagpipe is among the oldest of reed instruments? C) The history of the bagpipe dates to ancient Greece. D) Bagpipes: Ancient Air Instruments

17 Below are a main point and three subpoints from a preparation outline about body piercing. Which is the main point? A) A pierced tongue can result in loss of taste. B) A pierced tongue can result in an infection. C) Tongue-piercing can pose several hazards. D) A pierced tongue can result in chipped teeth.

18 Below is a main point, a subpoint, and two sub-suboints from a preparation outline about acoustical engineering. Which is the subpoint? A) Noise control is an issue both for indoor and outdoor settings. B) Indoors, noise control deals with everything from electric appliances to crowd noise at sports events and concerts. C) One major element in acoustical engineering is noise control. D) Outdoors, noise control deals with the sounds of nature as well as with the sounds created by modern technology.

19 What are the four tips discussed in your textbook for preparing a speaking outline?

Should a speech outline have full sentences?

When making a speaking outline you should state your main points?

Why should main points and Subpoints be written in full sentences?

When preparing a speaking outline you should what?