Dick's Speaking Notes Are Five Pages Long and Include Full

question 16

Multiple Choice

Dick's speaking notes are five pages long and include full paragraphs of explanation so that he won't forget anything during his speech. Is this wise, according to your textbook?

• A) Yes; anything that cues a speaker's memory is welcome in speaking notes.
• B) No, because the delivery outline should contain key words or phrases, not paragraphs.
• C) No, but only because Dick failed to transfer the information onto note cards.
• D) Yes; full explanations are necessary in all outlines, if a speaker is to be successful.

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