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If the following transition were used in a persuasive speech, the speech would most likely be organized in __________ order.

Now that I've told you about declining voter involvement in this country, let's look at what we can do about it.

A)causal
B)spatial
C)comparative-advantages
D)problem-solution
E)topical

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When preparing a speech introduction your textbook recommends that you quizlet?

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If the following transition were used in a persuasive speech, the speech would most likely be organized in __________ order.

Now that I've told you about declining voter involvement in this country, let's look at what we can do about it.

A)causal
B)spatial
C)comparative-advantages
D)problem-solution
E)topical

According to your textbook, what organizational method is used in a speech with the following main points?

I. The outermost section of the Egyptian burial tomb was the entrance passage.
II. The next section of the Egyptian burial tomb was the antechamber.
III. The third section of the Egyptian burial tomb was the treasury.
IV. The innermost section of the Egyptian burial tomb was the burial chamber.

A)spatial
B)descriptive
C)chronological
D)progressive
E)logical

Here are the main points for a persuasive speech on low adult literacy.

I. Low adult literacy has reached crisis proportions in the United States.
II. Solving the problem requires action by government and individual citizens alike.

These main points are arranged in __________ order.

A)spatial
B)topical
C)problem-solution
D)comparative-advantage
E)causal

Paul began his speech as follows:
They called Lou Gehrig the iron horse. This tireless worker played an astounding 2,130 consecutive baseball games even though he suffered 17 hand fractures during those years. This would be like one of us never missing a day of school for over 13 years. Can you imagine completing kindergarten through your senior year with perfect attendance? Never taking a sick day, never a college visit day, or even senior skip day. And, to match Gehrig, you would also have to end your school career with an A average.
What method for gaining attention and interest did Paul use?

A)revealing the general purpose
B)relating the topic to the audience
C)previewing the body of the speech
D)stating the importance of the topic
E)summarizing the central idea

When preparing a speech introduction, your textbook recommends that you

A)keep an eye out for introductory material as you research your speech.
B)make sure the introduction is at least 25 percent of your speech.
C)perfect the introduction before you work on the body of your speech.
C) All of these answers are correct.

Which of the following is mentioned in your textbook as a guideline for a preparation outline?

A)Label the introduction, body, and conclusion.
B)Identify connectives with Roman numerals.
C)Position the title so it appears immediately before the central idea.
D)Include a startling statement in the introduction to get attention.
E)Use parallel wording for subpoints and sub-subpoints.

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When giving a speech of introduction you should quizlet?

One major purpose of a speech of introduction is to build enthusiasm for the main speaker. As your textbook explains, speeches of introduction usually should be 8 to 10 minutes long. When giving a speech of introduction, you should be sure to praise the speaking skills of the main speaker.
Which of the following are recommended guidelines for the preparation of a speech introduction? Make note of any possible introductory materials you see during research. Keep the introduction relatively brief. Be creative and experiment with two or three different openings.

Which part of the speech does the textbook recommend that you create first?

The introduction should be prepared before the body of a speech is developed. The textbook recommends that you make a fresh set of speaking notes on the eve of your speech.
Which of the following are tips for preparing the introduction of your speech? work it out in detail and be able to deliver it smoothly, be creative, be on the lookout for possible introductory materials as you research, and keep it relatively brief.