CHAPTER TEN
ORGANIZING THE BODY OF THE SPEECH
True-False
T F 1. The text uses the term informal outline when referring to the body of the speech.
T F 2. Arranging main points according to order of events is using a spatial sequence.
T F 3. After wording the thesis statement, you should begin by developing the body of the
speech.
T F 4. The next level of headings that support Roman numerals should be introduced
with Numbers as shown in the example below.
I.
1.
2.
II.
1.
2.
T F 5. Each level of supporting points in an outline should be flush with the left margin
of the page.
T F 6. When the speech is arranged according to cause and effect, the sequence is called topical.
T F 7. Speaking notes will include only the introduction and the conclusion of the speech.
T F 8. When using note cards for your speaking notes, they should be numbered.
T F 9. The formal outline refers to the bibliography, introduction, body and conclusion
of a speech.
T F 10. Organizational sequences refer to the arrangement of the main points of the body
of the speech.
T F 11. It is acceptable to have five to seven main points in the body of a five to seven
minute speech.
T F 12. External transitions connect major and minor headings in a speech.
T F 13. When writing an outline, the first thing a speaker should develop is the
introduction.
T F 14. Comparative advantage is a type of sequence for arranging the main points of the
body of the speech.
T F 15. The motivated sequence is a seven-stage system used to motivate the audience to
act on an issue.
T F 16. The purpose of outlining is to make speech organization less complicated.
T F 17. Cause and effect is another name for the problem-solution sequence.
T F 18. Structuring a speech by natural sequence is known as topical sequence.
T F 19. A guideline for speaking notes is, the larger the better such as 8 1/2” by 11”
sheets of paper.
T F 20. Using color and underlining on speaking notes are practices that are distracting
to the speaker.
T F 21. An indentation in two tab spaces on the computer.
Multiple Choice
22. The text advises speakers to construct speaking notes that include
a. brief words or phrases
b. sentences
c. many note cards
d. single spacing
23. Your speaking notes should include
a. the introduction
b. the body
c. the conclusion
d. all of the above
e. none of the above
24. The placement of equal ideas within the same level of an outline is
a. subordination.
b. indentation.
c. coordination.
d. none of the above.
25. The placement of secondary or lower-ranking ideas beneath higher-order items is
a. subordination.
b. indentation.
c. coordination.
d. none of the above
26. One practice to avoid when developing your speaking notes it to
a. double space items in the outline
b. use as many note cards as possible
c. use all capitals for emphasis
d. number them in the upper right corner
27. The following thesis statement indicates that the body of the speech will contain
_______________ numerals.
“Abraham Lincoln’s speeches appealed to the emotions of listeners, conveyed a
strong sense of leadership, and were suited to the complicated political setting of
the times.”
a. two
b. three
c. four
d. five
28. The main points of a speech entitled, “How to make a Greek dessert known as
baklava,” would be arranged according to _______________ sequence.
a. chronological
b. spatial
c. cause-effect
d. topic
29. A speech describing the interior and exterior of New York’s new 1776-foot Freedom
Tower would be arranged according to _________________sequence.
a. chronological
b. spatial
c. cause-effect
d. topic
30. The purpose of using external transitions in a speech is to
a. tell listeners that the speech is ending
b. end one main idea and begin another
c. introduce the thesis statement
d. start the introduction
31. Issues where research clusters around natural headings are organized according to
______________ sequence.
a. topical
b. spatial
c. cause-effect
d. chronological
32. Because they can get a more precise idea of the wording of the speech, some speaker
use a
a. topic outline.
b. thesis outline.
c. sentence outline.
d. none of the above
33. In an outline, the term “linguistically parallel” refers to
a. including only one thought or idea
b. the logical sequence of Roman numerals
c. the number of main points in the body
d. the sentence structure and wording in each level
34. Brief words that link the supporting materials within a subtopic make up a/an
a. external transition.
b. internal transition.
c. bilateral transition.
d. unilateral transition.
35. When preparing a speech about the placement of different vegetables when planning
a garden, the appropriate sequence would be
a. chronological.
b. spatial.
c. topical.
d. cause-effect.
e. reasons.
36. Which of the following styles represents the most desirable method of identifying
sources in the body of your outline?
a. Obama, Barack.The Audacity of Hope. New York: Crown Publishers, 2006,
pp. 11-18.
b. Obama, The Audacity of Hope, pp. 11-18.
c. (Obama, The Audacity of Hope, pp. 11-18)
d. (Obama)
37. A speech about greenhouse gasses and the resulting global warming would be most
likely to use which of the following sequences?
a. Cause-effect
b. Topical
c. Motivated sequence
d. Comparative advanatages
38. What is wrong with the following outline?
Body
I. All behavior learned at a young age
A. Quote from expert Rudolph Driekurs
B. Influences on children
1. Parents
II. Parents contribute to behavior
A. Example of Mrs. Wilson from newspaper
B. Example of parent with alcohol problem
III. Being responsible
a. Main points aren’t logically arranged, and statements include more than one
idea.
b. Items overlap, and the outline mixes topics and sentences.
c. Items are not linguistically parallel, and subdivisions don’t contain two items.
d. There are too many numerals; and numbers, letters, and numerals are not
combined in appropriate outline form.
Fill in the Blank
beneath higher-order items.
time or events.
42. Topics relating to geographical areas, buildings, or physical location are organized
43. Special organizational sequences such as problem-solution, reasons, comparative-
45. On-sentence phrases occurring between the major numerals of the speech are known
Short Answer
46. Identify 3 ways to arrange the main points in the body to create interest, to indicate
trends, and to help your audience remember the numerals more easily.
47. Re-arrange the following letters, numbers, and numerals in this example to reflect
effective outline practice.
(Incorrect)
1A_________________________
(1)_______________________
(2)_______________________
2B_________________________
3C_________________________
(1)_______________________
(2)_______________________
(3)_______________________
(I)_______________________
a.______________________
b.______________________
(II)________________________
a.______________________
b.______________________
(Correct)
I.___________________________
A._________________________
B._________________________
II.__________________________
III.__________________________
A._________________________
B._________________________
C._________________________
1.________________________
a.______________________
b.______________________
2.________________________
a._______________________
b._______________________
Essay
48. Choose a topic for a five-to six-minute informative speech that is related to a campus issue or
a personal experience. Develop specific purpose and thesis statements, and write a complete
outline of the speech based on the ten guidelines presented in Chapter 10.
49. Select four topics which are suitable for four different organizational sequences. Write
specific purpose and thesis statements, and arrange the numerals of the body in an order
appropriate to a specific sequence. Identify the sequence of organization you have used for each
example.
Online Chapter Quiz Questions
Chapter 10
Organizing the Body of the Speech
True False
1. A five-to seven-minute speech should have no more than five or six main points in the body.
2. Problem solution , the motivated sequence and reasons are organizational arrangements that
are used in persuasive speeches.
3. Subordination refers to the placement of equal ideas within the same level of an outline.
4. Speaking notes for an extemporaneous speech should be placed on 81/2” x 11” sheets of
paper.
5. In a chronological sequence, main points are arranged by time or order of event.
Multiple Choice
6. In an outline, the term “linguistically parallel “ refers to
a. language structure.
b. subordination of items.
c. indentation.
d. cause-effect sequence .
7. The organizational sequence that refers to geography or location is
a. chronological
b. spatial
c. cause-effect
d. topical
8. According to the text, the second level directly underneath the main points in the body of the
speech begins with
a. numbers
b. numbers in parentheses
c. small letters,
d. capital letters
9. Which organizational sequence would be most appropriate for a speaker who is speaking
about different kinds of fuel-efficient cars?
a. chronological
b. spatial
c. cause-effect
d. topical
10. An outline that allows for more precise wording for the speech is
a. a topic outline.
b. c chronological outline.
c. a sentence outline.
d. a paragraph outline.
Fill in the Blank
11. The type of outline that keeps speakers from reading a speech word for word is a
______________________.
12. The outline should identify __________________ for major supporting materials.
13. The placement of secondary or lower-ranking ideas beneath higher-order items in an outline
is called ______________________,
14. The organizational sequence that arranges the main points of the body of a speech according
to time is ________________________.
15. A sequence that lists main points according to cause an effect is known as _________
______________________________________.
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