Credibility
What does "credible" mean?
Believable and trustworthy
What is the "rule of division"
Every main point must have at least two subpoenas
Name one type of support you can use
Statistics, examples, testimony
What is a thesis?
The main idea of your speech
What does it mean to captivate your audience?
Keep them interested and engaged
Which source is more creditable: Wikipedia or the U.S. Surgeon General
The U.S. Surgeon General
What is the "rule of subordination"
Main points are general, subpoints give detail
What's the first step in finding support?
Identify where research is needed.
Why is the thesis like a seed?
It grows into the whole speech
Give one way to keep an audience engaged
Questions, stories, and eye contact
Name one way to check if a source is credible.
Accuracy, authority, currency, or bias
What does parallel structure mean?
All points follow the same pattern of wording
Why do we evaluate sources?
To make sure they are reliable and credible
What should the introduction do with the thesis?
Preview the main points
Why is audience engagement important?
It helps listeners focus on your message