____ are a words, phrases, or sentences used throughout a speech to mark locations in the organization and clearly link the parts of a speech together

The best way to describe outlining, when it comes to preparing for a speech, is ______

A) you develop it continuously over time as you prepare your speech B) you construct it prior to gathering information and ideas C) you construct it after you have gathered information and ideas D) you construct it after you have drafted a manuscript version of the speech

Allison has written and rewritten the central idea of her speech on the topic of dog care. She finally comes up with "Dog care is very difficult." What is the problem with this central idea?

a. Her central idea is not audience-centered. b. Her central idea is too confusing. c. Her central idea is too vague. d. Her central idea is not a declarative sentence.