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| 1 | A ____________ outline is a detailed outline developed during the process of speech preparation. |
 | A) | preliminary |
| B) | introductory |
| C) | preparation |
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| 2 | A preparation outline should include |
| A) | a bibliography. |
| B) | research notes. |
| C) | delivery cues. |
| D) | all of the above. |
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| 3 | A preparation outline should include |
| A) | a specific purpose statement. |
| B) | a central idea. |
| C) | connectives. |
| D) | all of the above. |
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| 4 | The pattern of symbolization and indentation in a speech outline shows the ____________ of the speech. |
| A) | visual framework |
| B) | indirect organization |
| C) | informal structure |
| D) | residual message |
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| 5 | In a preparation outline, the most important ideas are placed farthest to the left and the less important ideas are placed progressively farther to the right. |
| A) | True |
| B) | False |
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| 6 | In a preparation outline, you should state your main points in brief phrases. |
| A) | True |
| B) | False |
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| 7 | A ____________ is a list of the sources used in preparing a speech. |
| A) | bibliography |
| B) | biography |
| C) | commentary |
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| 8 | When selecting a title for your speech, you should avoid phrasing it as a question. |
| A) | True |
| B) | False |
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| 9 | A ____________ outline is a brief outline used to jog a speaker's memory during the presentation of a speech. |
| A) | visual |
| B) | speaking |
| C) | final |
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| 10 | When preparing a speaking outline, you should |
| A) | include many details so you won't forget what to say. |
| B) | use complete sentences to ensure full development of ideas. |
| C) | give yourself cues for delivering the speech. |
| D) | all of the above. |
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| 11 | In a preparation outline, main points are identified by capital letters. |
| A) | True |
| B) | False |
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| 12 | In a preparation outline, main points and subpoints should be written as full sentences. |
| A) | True |
| B) | False |
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| 13 | Even though a speaking outline should be kept as brief as possible, you should usually write out quotations in full. |
| A) | True |
| B) | False |
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| 14 | In a speaking outline, words such as "Pause," "Faster Here," and "Slow Down" are ____________ that help a speaker remember how she or he wants to present key parts of the speech. |
| A) | speech tags |
| B) | delivery cues |
| C) | stage directions |
| D) | oral guides |
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| 15 | A speech title should |
| A) | be brief. |
| B) | encapsulate the main thrust of your speech. |
| C) | attract the attention of your audience. |
| D) | all of the above. |
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| 16 | Which of the following is a correctly worded main point for a speech preparation outline? |
| A) | Bagpipes |
| B) | Did you know that the bagpipe is among the oldest of reed instruments? |
| C) | The history of the bagpipe dates to ancient Greece. |
| D) | Bagpipes: Ancient Air Instruments |
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| 17 | Below are a main point and three subpoints from a preparation outline about body piercing. Which is the main point? |
| A) | A pierced tongue can result in loss of taste. |
| B) | A pierced tongue can result in an infection. |
| C) | Tongue-piercing can pose several hazards. |
| D) | A pierced tongue can result in chipped teeth. |
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| 18 | Below is a main point, a subpoint, and two sub-suboints from a preparation outline about acoustical engineering. Which is the subpoint? |
| A) | Noise control is an issue both for indoor and outdoor settings. |
| B) | Indoors, noise control deals with everything from electric appliances to crowd noise at sports events and concerts. |
| C) | One major element in acoustical engineering is noise control. |
| D) | Outdoors, noise control deals with the sounds of nature as well as with the sounds created by modern technology. |
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| 19 | What are the four tips discussed in your textbook for preparing a speaking outline? |
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