Assume that you are preparing a persuasive speech. Select an appropriate topic and prepare a

general purpose, specific purpose, and central idea for the speech.

What will be an ideal response?


In order to complete this assignment, students will have to be able to understand the
concepts of the general purpose, specific purpose, and central idea.  They will also have
to be able to evaluate whether a topic is appropriate for a persuasive speech.

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