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1. How can a speaker prepare a speech by using a working outline?
2. Explain the difference between a phrase outline and a key-word outline.
3. List three situations in which it might be advisable to include a few full sentences in a
phrase or key-word outline.
4. Explain why it is important to condense the working outline into a speaking outline.
5. In a speaking outline, how should a speaker indicate transitions, sources to cite, and
presentation aids to be used in the speech?
6. Identify the steps involved in creating a speaking outline.
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