What speech element prepares an audience for what to expect next and alerts them that this information is important?
A) subpoint
B) signpost
C) internal preview
D) internal summary

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A signpost is a speech element that prepares the audience for what to expect next and alerts them that the information to follow is important. Subpoints are smaller points made within a larger point or main point. An internal preview is a statement that provides an outline of what will be covered next. An internal summary is a statement that summarizes the previous point before moving on to the next point.

What Speech Element Prepares an Audience for What to Expect