Chapter 11 True-False Questions1.TF2.TF3.T F4.T F5.T F6.TF7.TF8.T F9.T F10.T F11.T F12.TF13.TF14.T F1.The visual framework of a preparation outline shows the relationshipsamong the speaker’s ideas.2.The preparation outline should be drawn up before a speaker beginsresearch for a speech.3.You should include your specific purpose statement with your preparationoutline.4.Including the specific purpose with your preparation outline makes it easierto assess how well you have constructed the speech to accomplish yourpurpose.5.In a preparation outline, the specific purpose is usually stated before theintroduction.6.In a preparation outline, the specific purpose is usually stated as part of theintroduction.7.In a preparation outline, the specific purpose and central idea are identifiedby Roman numerals.8.According to your textbook, the introduction, body, and conclusion should allbe labeled in a speech preparation outline.9.When making a preparation outline, you should state your main points andsubpoints in full sentences to ensure that you develop your ideas fully.10.When making an outline, you should place the main points farthest to theleft and less important ideas progressively farther to the right.
11.In the most common system of outlining, main points are identified byRoman numerals and subpoints by capital letters.12.In the most common system of outlining, main points are identified bycapital letters.13.Stating main points in a word or two is usually sufficient for a preparationoutline.14.A preparation outline should include transitions and internal summaries.CHAPTER 11—OUTLINING THE SPEECH20815.T F16.T F17.T F18.T F19.T F20.T F21.T F22.T F23.T F24.T F25.T F26.T F27.T F28.T F29.T F30.T F31.T FAccording to your textbook, transitions and other connectives should be identifiedwith Roman numerals on a speech preparation outline.According to your textbook, connectives are given symbols and indentation like theother parts of the speech preparation outline.A preparation outline should include your bibliography.It is seldom necessary to include a formal bibliography in the preparation outlinefor a classroom speech.According to your textbook, the two major bibliographic formats are thosedeveloped by the Modern Language Association (MLA) and the AmericanPsychological Association (APA).“Dogs” would be an appropriate title for a speech to inform an audience about themajor breeds of show dogs.“Are Our Bridges Safe?” would be an appropriate title for a speech on bridgesafety.
As your textbook explains, phrasing your speech title as a question can be highlyeffective.“Money” would be an appropriate title for a speech about new security measuresto stop counterfeiting.
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Outlining is an important part of public speaking because
an outline helps ensure that ideas flow clearly from one to another
Outlining is important to public speaking because an outline helps a speaker
judge whether each part of the speech is fully developed; ensure that ideas flow clearly from one to another; solidify the structure of a speech
According to your textbook, outlining is important to public speaking because an outline helps you judge whether
your main points are properly balanced; you have adequate supporting materials for your main points
Two types of speech outlines discussed in your textbook are the
preparation outline and the speaking outline
Both a preparation outline and a speaking outline should
use a consistent pattern of symbolization and indentation
Which of the following should be included in a preparation outline
the bibliography; a specific purpose statement; transitions, internal previews, and internal summaries; the central idea
According to your textbook, Raul should include which of the following in his preparation outline
transitions; the central idea; a bibliography
According to your textbook, which of the following should be included in a preparation outline
a bibliography; a specific purpose statement
All of the following are necessary in a preparation outline except
directions for delivering the speech
According to your textbook, the specific purpose statement in a preparation outline should appear
before the text of the outline itself
According to your textbook, as Bekah prepares her preparation outline for her speech on spiders, she should remember to include all of the following except
directions for delivering the speech
Which of the following is mentioned in your textbook as a guideline for a preparation outline
Label the introduction, body, and conclusion
According to your textbook, when making a preparation outline, you should
label transitions and internal summaries; state the specific purpose as a separate unit before the outline itself
Ryo is working on the preparation outline for his informative speech. According to your textbook, his outline should
state main points and subpoints in full sentences
According to your textbook, transitions, internal summaries, and other connectives should be
included in the preparation outline; labeled as a transition, internal summary, etc
In a preparation outline, main points should be
positioned farthest to the left
The main points in a preparation outline are
located farthest to the left
The main points in a preparation outline are
identified by Roman numerals
Which of the following is a correctly worded main point for a speech preparation outline
There are two major types of leadership
Which of the following is a correctly worded main point for a speech preparation outline
Smallpox poses a real danger to the United States
As explained in your textbook, subpoints in a preparation outline should be
written in full sentences
Arranged in random order below are a main point, two subpoints, and two sub-subpoints from a speech preparation outline. Which is the main point
two types of skin cancer are melanoma and basal cell carcinoma
Arranged in random order below are a main point, two subpoints, and two sub-subpoints from a speech preparation outline. Which is the main point
Phobias can develop either in childhood or adulthood
According to your textbook, a speech title should
attract the audience’s attention
A speech title should
attract the attention of the audience; be brief; suggest the main thrust of the speech
A catchy speech title is fine as long as it is
relevant to the speech
"Adventures in the Grand Canyon" is an appropriately worded
speech title
"What’s Your Learning Style?" is an appropriately worded
speech title
According to your textbook, which of the following should be included in a speaking outline
key words or phrases to jog the speaker’s memory; cues for delivering the speech; statistics and quotations that might be easily forgotten
When preparing a speaking outline, you should
follow the visual framework of the preparation outline; make sure the outline is plainly legible; keep the outline as brief as possible
According to your textbook, the main reason to keep a speaking outline brief is to
help the speaker maintain eye contact with the audience
According to your textbook, the speaking outline
is used to jog a speaker’s memory during the speech
According to your textbook, a speaking outline usually
includes the quotations a speaker plans to use
According to your textbook, a speaking outline
contains delivery cues for the speaker
As discussed in your textbook, delivery cues on a speaking outline may include
highlighting of key phrases; words such as "pause"
When Cody creates a speaking outline for his informative speech on hockey, he should
include cues for delivering the speech; write out quotations he plans to use in the speech; follow the visual framework of the preparation outline
Alexus has completed her final preparation outline and is preparing her speaking outline for her speech on macrobiotic foods. According to your textbook, as Alexus prepares her speaking outline, she should remember to
make sure the outline is plainly legible; keep the outline as brief as possible
In a speaking outline, subpoints are
identified by capital letters
According to your textbook, in a speaking outline, the conclusion should be
labeled as a separate part of the speech