p2p Chapter 5

Question 1

General Purpose Statement

Answer 1

“To persuade”

“To inform”

Question 2

Specific Purpose Statement

Answer 2

will include general purpose statement, the focus and the audience

short and concise, not too general or specific

Question 3

Thesis

Answer 3

Clear and concise statement that gives a look at the presentation

included: general purpose statement, specific purpose statement, topic and direction, main points, and organizational pattern

Question 4

Things to consider when selecting a topic

Answer 4

Yourself- something that you are passionate about
Audience- something that connects to them, they are interested in
Purpose & Occasion- plan time wisely, how long to prepare? how long is the presentation? etc.