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2. Copyright © Allyn & Bacon 2004 Choosing Your Speech Topic You should... First, generate a list: –Self-generated –Audience-generated –Occasion-generated –Research-generated

3. Copyright © Allyn & Bacon 2004 Choosing Your Speech Topic cont. Second, select a topic. –Am I interested? –Is the topic important? –Can I find supporting material? –Do I understand the topic? Third, focus the topic.

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5. Copyright © Allyn & Bacon 2004 Choosing Your Speech Topic cont. Fourth, determine the general purpose. –To inform –To persuade –To entertain

6. Copyright © Allyn & Bacon 2004 Choosing Your Speech Topic cont. Fifth, formulate your specific purpose. –General purpose –Intended audience –Goal of your speech Finally, word your thesis statement. If necessary, develop your speech title.