What is accomplished by rehearsing a speech? Imagine that you’ve finished writing a speech and are ready to rehearse it. Make a list of at least three guidelines to follow when practicing it

What will be an ideal response?

Rehearsing allows speakers to become familiar with the language and flow of the speech, time the presentation, test the presentation aids, build confidence, and get feedback. Some guidelines: 1) Rehearse the speech as a whole, not in parts. 2) Time the speech. 3) Approximate the actual speech situation. 4) Incorporate changes and delivery notes. 5) Rehearse often. 6) Undertake a long-term delivery improvement program.