Arranged in random order below are a main point, one subpoint, and three sub-subpoints from a speech preparation outline. Which is the main point?
A) Included among those remedies are some highly bizarre-and even dangerous-practices.
B) A third remedy was wrapping the patient's neck with a piece of flannel soaked in foul-smelling salve.
C) One remedy was bleeding the patient by taking out a pint or two of blood.
D) Over the years, people have tried many remedies to combat the common cold.
E) Another remedy was soaking the patient with huge quantities of baking soda dissolved in water.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The main point is broad and encompasses all other points, which in this case is "Over the years, people have tried many remedies to combat the common cold." This statement is general enough to include all the specific remedies mentioned in the other options.

Arranged in Random Order Below Are a Main Point, One