Parts of a Speech Outline

Which is an example of a preview statement?

• Let's go!

• Climate change is a problem that critically affects our world today.

• Did you know that climate change effects can be irreversible as soon as the year 2030?

• Today, we'll discuss the problems, effects, and solutions of the problem of climate change.

What section of a speech would you most likely find a preview statement?

• Introduction

• Main Point 1

• Main Point 2

• Conclusion

Which doesn't belong in an introduction?

• Preview

• Credibility Statement

• Attention Grabber

• Clincher

What is the purpose of a credibility statement?

• Reveal the importance of the topic

• Establish the structure of your main points for the audience

• Explain why you are a reliable source of information

• Create a direct link between the audience and the topic

What is the least preferred way to start a speech?

• Stating your topic in a full sentence

• Using a startling statistic

• Telling a relevant story

• Posing a question to the audience

What is the difference between a preview and an internal preview?

• They are the exact same.

• An internal preview is in the introduction and establishes the structure of the whole speech, and a regular preview is used within the main points.

• The preview establishes the structure of the whole speech. An internal preview establishes the sub-points within a main point.

• A preview is in the introduction and an internal preview is in the conclusion.

Which is not an example of a justification statement?

• It is important to learn about CPR because it could help you save a life one day.

• Sloths can hold their breaths longer than dolphins.

• I've taught public speaking for 9 years and have experience competing and judging in speech and debate tournaments.

• I've volunteered at a vet's office for 2 years and I've seen the consequences of declawing a cat first-hand.

What is the difference between credibility and relevance/significance?

• Credibility is about why the speaker is qualified. Relevance/significance is about establishing the importance of the topic.

• Credibility is about the importance of a topic. Relevance/Significance is about the qualifications of the speaker.

• Credibility is about how cool the topic is. Relevance/Significance is when you establish the structure of the speech.

• Both are justification statements and are completely interchangeable.

What is a good way to end a speech?

• The last sentence of your last main point is sufficient.

• Say "I'm done"

• Use a Clincher Statement

• Once you've given all the information, just sit down.

What is the preferred number of main points?

• 3

• 1

• 5

• 10