Chapter 12 Outline: Part I

Chapter 12 Outline: Part I

Instructions go here.

  • working outline
  • formal outline
  • rule of division
  • rule of parallel wording
  • time patterns
  • space patterns
  • topic patterns
  • problem-solution patterns
  • cause-effect patterns
 
  1. Building a speech starts with a strong foundation. The outline is that foundation.
    1. A
        is a construction tool to map out your speech. This is for your eyes only, informal and rough, used to refine and solidify ideas.
      • A
          uses a consistent format and set of symbols
        • Speaking notes are used to jog your memory. These are usually brief phrases and keywords organized to aid the flow and progression of the speech.
      • Over the years, a series of rules or principles for the construction of outlines has evolved.
        1. A speech outline uses standard symbols and a standard format.
        2. The
            requires at least two subpoints for every topic.
          • The
              requires similar or parallel expression in the main points.
          • The outline must be organized in a logical pattern.
              1. organize things in chronological order: first came this, then this, then lastly this.
                • are organized according to area: moving from east to west or smaller to larger.
                  • follow types or categories: well-known to less familiar, classifications that progress to the next step or stage.
                    • describe what is wrong and propose a way to make things better. This is a popular format for persuasive speeches.
                      • discuss what happened and then the consequences of what happened.
                      • Monroe’s motivated sequence gets attention, addresses a need, offers satisfaction, paints a beneficial visualization, and then calls for action

                     

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