Choices and Connections

Words such as first, second, and next that quickly introduce a new idea or point are called

Which is a complete sentence that identifies the central idea of your presentation?

Main points primarily function to support one's speech thesis.

For motivational persuasive presentations, a speaker would be wise to consider a problem-solution pattern of organization.

Which speech organizational pattern shows how events lead to specific outcomes?

A speaker explaining "With the advent of new technologies, a diagnosis of cancer is similar to managing any other chronic condition such as diabetes or asthma" is employing what type of supporting material?

Which would NOT be appropriate to include in a speaker's conclusion?

Which statement most accurately distinguishes a specific purpose statement from a speech thesis?

Which of the following is an effective speech thesis?

If a speaker begins with "Imagine what it would be like if everyone has been tested for and knows their HIV status," what type of supporting material is being demonstrated?

Indira's speech about cesarean sections has three main points: how a cesarean section is performed, the pros and cons of C-sections, and the controversy over the increased incidence of C-sections. Which speech organizational pattern is she using?

The outline used while actually presenting your speech to an audience is your

A number that summarizes a formal observation about a phenomenon is a(n)

Which of the following is NOT recommended when developing the main points of a presentation?

"The GOP needs to focus on bipartisan politics as did Governor Christie when he worked with our Democratic president to address the destruction along the shore from Hurricane Sandy" is a demonstration of what type of supporting material?

Most speeches have at least four parts.

The use of novelty, humor, presentation media, and telling a story are all strategies a speaker can use to engage listeners.

Which speech organizational pattern describes something that falls short of the ideal and presents a resolution?

The process of determining your speech thesis, main points, and arranging them is

Gael includes this connective in his speech: "Now that I've told you the history of portable water filters, let's examine the many uses of these small but amazing devices." What type of connective is this?