Speech Checklists

Chapter 4: Specific Purpose Checklist

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1.

Is the specific purpose written as a full infinitive phrase?

2.

Does the specific purpose include a reference to the audience?

3.

Is the specific purpose phrased as a statement rather than a question?

4.

Is the specific purpose free of figurative language?

5.

Is the specific purpose limited to one distinct idea?

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Does the specific purpose indicate precisely what I plan to accomplish in the speech?

7.

Does the specific purpose meet the requirements of the assignment?

8.

Can the specific purpose be accomplished in the time allotted for the speech?

9.

Is the specific purpose relevant to my audience?

10.

Does the specific purpose deal with a non-trivial subject?

11.

Is the specific purpose suitable for a non-technical audience?

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