How to make a good speech

The main idea of the reading is:

• It's very difficult to give a good speech.

• With a lot of research and practice, anyone can learn how to give

  a good speech.

• The three basic parts of a speech are the introduction, the main body,

  and the summation.

• Choosing a good topic is the most important part of making a good speech.

According to the author, the following is the most

difficult to accomplish when giving a speech

• Instruct

• Inspire

• Entertain

• Persuade

The author would probably agree that

• Some people can never be good speakers.

• Some people are natural speakers and don't need practice.

• New speakers should first speak to a small audience, and then to

  a large one

• A good introduction is more important than a good summation.

The word persuade Is closest in meaning to

• excite

• Listen to

• Convince

• Breath

The overall tone of this reading is:

• serious and academic

• light and silly

• informative and humorous

• scientific and technical

What is the purpose of the introduction in a speech?

• To summarize the main points

• To entertain the audience with jokes

• To set the mood and capture the audience’s attention

• To explain the topic

What is the most important factor in delivering a good speech, according to the author?

• The speaker’s appearance

• The length of the speech

• Preparation and practice

• The speaker’s ability to memorize the entire speech