1 How can you tell an organized speaker from an unorganized one?
2 When do you usually think about how you're going to organize your speech?
3 Why do you think the topical organizational pattern is the most frequently used pattern? Which organizational pattern do you think is used least, and why?
4 If you were going to give an informative speech on "space exploration," think of two organizational patterns that might be appropriate. Now, assume you're going to give a persuasive speech on space exploration. What might be the most appropriate way to organize your ideas? Why?
5 In public speaking, what functions are served by transitions and summaries? Can you think of several effective transitional statements to develop the speech topics from question #4?
6 Review the essential requirements for planning and key-word outlines. Why is it necessary to develop both outline forms, and why are both equally important in extemporaneous speaking?