THE PREPARATION OUTLINE

• GUIDELINES FOR THE PREPARATION

OUTLINE
CHAPTER 5 1. State the specific purpose of your speech

OUTLINING 2.
3.
Identify the central idea
Label the introduction, body and conclusion

THE SPEECH 4. Use a consistent pattern of symbolization and

indentation
5. State main points and sub points in full sentences

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THE SPEAKING OUTLINE

6. Label transitions, internal summaries and internal
previews
7. Attach a bibliography
8. Give your speech a title, if one is desired
• GUIDELINES FOR THE SPEAKING OUTLINE
1. Follow the visual framework used in the preparation
outline
2. Make sure the outline is legible
3. Keep the outline as brief as possible
4. Give yourself cues for delivering the speech

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