Comm 1110:Introduction to Public Speaking
Preparing Your Informative Speech: Questions to Ask

1. What is the topic of your speech? Why is it appropriate for you?

2. Why is the topic appropriate for your audience? 

3. How is your topic narrowed to conform to the time limits for the speech assignment?

4. What is your specific purpose statement? 

5. Can you answer yes to all the questions on the Specific Purpose Checklist on page 87 of your textbook?

6. What is your central idea? 

7. Can you answer yes to all the questions on the Central Idea Checklist on page 92 of your textbook?

8. What method(s) of gaining attention do you use in the introduction? 

9. How do you establish your credibility in the introduction? 

10. Write the preview statement you will use in your introduction.

11. Can you answer yes to all the questions on the Speech Introduction Checklist on page 190 of your textbook?

12. What method of organization do you use in the speech?

13. State in full sentences the main points to be developed in the body of your speech.

14. Can you answer yes to all the questions on the Main Points Checklist on page 177 of your textbook?

15. What steps have you taken to adapt the content of your speech so it will be clear and interesting to your audience? Be specific.

16. What method(s) of reinforcing your central idea do you use in the conclusion?

17. Can you answer yes to all the questions on the Speech Conclusion Checklist on page 200 of your textbook?