Research Answers

The title of Jack’s speech is: No Vouchers In Higher Education. Which of the following would be the best thesis statement for his speech?a.Vouchers in higher education improve our public schools and colleges, because experiments show us that education vouchers provide much-needed public funds for those who would otherwise not be able to benefit from the system.b.Vouchers in higher education do not improve our public schools and colleges.c.Vouchers in higher education do not improve our public schools and colleges, because experiments show us that education vouchers divert much-needed public funds for the few and have weakened the entire system.d.Why don’t vouchers in higher education improve our public schools and colleges?

Frame your thesis as a(n) ____________ statement, not as a question.a.persuasiveb.informativec.topicd.declarative

All of the following are uses of a thesis statement except: a. asks a question b. generates main ideas c. helps organize your speech d. introduces and summarizes main points Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Your thesis should reflect the _____________ and _____________ of your speech.a.details; argumentsb.central idea; themec.audience; purposed.position; perspective

Which of the following statements about developing an effective, audience-focused thesis statement is false?a.Be sure to use specific, concrete terms that clearly establish the focus of your speech.b.When the audience hears the thesis, it should be clear that the least important goal of your speech is to inform the audience about your topic. c.You should attempt to create a clear, focused thesis statement that stands out and could be repeated by every member of your audience.d.You should always remember that the audience is the reason for presenting a public speech.

Gerald has just finished presenting the main points of his speech. Which of the following is the best way for him to conclude?a.Say “Thank You”, gather his papers, and return to his seat.b.Prance back to his seat giving high fives to his friends in the class on the way.c.Restate his thesis and end with a memorable narrative or quotation.d.Say “That concludes my speech” and take a bow.

The thesis statement for your ______________ speech should state what you want the audience to learn.a.persuasiveb.declarativec.motivationald.informative

Charles is giving a persuasive speech, a speech encouraging action from the audience, about the United Nations. Which thesis statement would you recommend Charles use? a. The organizational structure of the United Nations, namely consensus voting in the security council, makes it incapable of preventing war between major powers. The United States should propose the United Nations be given the ability to prevent war(s) in the future. b. The United Nations is incapable of preventing war between major powers. c. The organizational structure of the United Nations is ineffective and needs a major overhaul. d. The organizational structure of the United Nations consists of the General Assembly, the Security Council, the Economic and Social Council, the Secretariat, and the International Court of Justice. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Which of the following would be the most effective thesis statement for a persuasive speech?a.The Simpsons represents the greatest animated show in the history of television.b.Often dismissed because it is animated, The Simpsons treats the issue of ethnicity more powerfully than did the critically praised All In The Family.c.The Simpsons often addresses issues of ethnicity, family dynamics, and social issues.d.Why has The Simpsons been regarded by many as the greatest animated show in the history of television?

The thesis statement for your ______________ speech should state what you want the audience to believe or do.a.informativeb.motivationalc.persuasived.declarative