Why is it important to select a good topic for your speech?
Topic and Purpose: The Key to Effective Public Speaking

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To make the speech longer
To ensure the speech is relevant and to the point
To impress the audience with complex language
To avoid preparing for the speech
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What should you consider about your audience when preparing a speech?
Their understanding of technical terms
Their favorite food
Their favorite color
Their height
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a key question to ask when finalizing your speech topic?
Does the topic fulfill the general purpose?
Is the topic related to current events?
Is the topic easy to pronounce?
Is the topic popular on social media?
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the general purpose of a speech?
To choose the venue for the speech
To entertain the audience
To decide the length of the speech
To determine if the speech is informative or persuasive
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the specific purpose of a speech relate to the general purpose?
It is a broader version of the general purpose
It is unrelated to the general purpose
It is a narrowed version of the general purpose
It contradicts the general purpose
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What role does the central theme play in a speech?
It determines the speech's length
It sets the speech's tone
It decides the speech's location
It helps achieve the speech's final goal
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What should you focus on when deciding the purpose of your speech?
The general purpose, specific purpose, and central theme
The weather forecast
The audience's favorite music
The venue's seating capacity
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