Given the task of preparing a speech, Susan decides to speak from an outline that can help her sound conversational and spontaneous. She wants to be able to adapt her remarks to the feedback she receivesfrom the audience. She also wants to make more eye contact with the audience. What method of delivery will be BEST, given Susan's speech goals?
A) memory speaking
B) extemporaneous speaking
C) impromptu speaking
D) manuscript speaking

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Extemporaneous speaking would allow Susan to speak from an outline and adapt her remarks based on audience feedback. This method also allows for more natural eye contact as Susan does not need to rely on reading from a manuscript or memorization. Impromptu speaking may be too spontaneous and unstructured for the type of speech Susan is preparing, while manuscript speaking may not allow for enough flexibility in her delivery. Memory speaking may cause Susan to sound rehearsed or robotic, and may not allow for enough adaptation to audience feedback.

Given the Task of Preparing a Speech, Susan Decides to Speak