Explain the criteria for deciding which main points to include in your speech. Identify a sample topic and thesis, and give an example of a main point that might be included and an example of a main point that might be excluded for each criterion.
What will be an ideal response?
- Two to five main ideas, including a point to leave out and a point to include
- An indication about which ideas are essential, omitting those that are merely interesting or convenient; the ideal answer will provide an example of a less-relevant point on a topic
- Ideas that are essential to serve the purpose of the speech; the ideal answer will identify a nonessential idea on a topic
- An attempt to combine ideas with general ideas; the ideal answer will identify at least two points that can be combined.
- Student examples will vary.
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What will be an ideal response?
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