Organizing the Body of the Speech

The is the longest and most important part of the speech.

• body

• blueprint

• conclusion

• introduction

What is the most important reason for limiting the number of main points in a speech?

• It is hard to maintain parallel wording if there are too many main points.

• It is hard for the audience to keep track of too many main points.

• It is hard to deliver a speech extemporaneously if it has too many main points.

• It is hard to organize supporting materials if there are too many main points.

• It is hard to phrase the central idea if a speech has too many main points.

The introduction of a speech usually should be prepared before the body.

• True

• False

Chronological organization is used primarily for informative speeches.

• True

• False

1. Problem-solution order is used most often in persuasive speeches.

• True

• False

When arranged in topical order, the main points of a speech usually follow a time sequence.

• True

• False

Speeches arranged in spatial order follow a time sequence.

• True

• False

Speeches arranged in chronological order follow a time pattern.

• True

• False

Here are the main points for an informative speech about the accomplishments of Leonardo da Vinci.

I. As a painter, da Vinci produced the Mona Lisa and other masterpieces.

II. As an inventor, da Vinci drew plans for a parachute and a flying machine.

III. As an astronomer, da Vinci concluded that the earth revolves around the sun.

These main points are arranged in order.

• topical

• spatial

• chronological

• problem-solution

Here are the main points for a speech about the major steps involved in a successful job interview:

I. The first step is preparing for the interview before it takes place.

II. The second step is presenting yourself well during the interview itself.

III. The third step is following up after the interview.

These main points are arranged in ______ order.

• topical

• spatial

• chronological

• problem-solution