CMST-1500 Chapter 9: Required Reading Notes/Study Guide for Final (Chapter 9)
23 Aug 2018
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Definition: putting a speech in a particular way to achieve a particular result with a particular audience. This requires that speeches be organized strategically. Speech organization is closely connected to critical thinking. First step: gain command of the intro, body, and conclusion. The process of organizing the body of a speech beings when you determine the mps. Definition: the main points developed in the body of a speech. Most speeches contain from two to five main points. The most effective order depends on three things. The main points follow a time pattern. Explain a process or demonstrating how to do something. Main points proceed from top to bottom, left to right, front to back, inside to outside, east to west, or some other route. First main point deals with the existence of a problem and the second main point presents a solution to the problem. The main points divide the topic into logical and consistent subtopics.
