The Art Of Public Speaking 13th Edition By Stephen Lucas – Test Bank

True-False Questions

1. T F      The visual framework of a preparation outline shows the relationships among the speaker’s ideas.
2. T F      The preparation outline should be drawn up before a speaker begins research for a speech.
3. T F      You should include your specific purpose statement with your preparation outline.
4. T F      Including the specific purpose with your preparation outline makes it easier to assess how well you have constructed the speech to accomplish your purpose.
5. T F      In a preparation outline, the specific purpose is usually stated before the introduction.
6. T F      In a preparation outline, the specific purpose is usually stated as part of the introduction.
7. T F      In a preparation outline, the specific purpose and central idea are identified by Roman numerals.
8. T F      According to your textbook, the introduction, body, and conclusion should all be labeled in a speech preparation outline.
9. T F      When making an outline, you should place the main points farthest to the left and less important ideas progressively farther to the right.
10. T F      In the most common system of outlining, main points are identified by Roman numerals and subpoints by capital letters.
11. T F      In the most common system of outlining, main points are identified by capital letters.
12. T F      Stating main points in a word or two is usually sufficient for a preparation outline.
13. T F      When making a preparation outline, you should state your main points and subpoints in full sentences to ensure that you develop your ideas fully.