Develop a Thesis

Question 2 • 620628 Intro to Comm and Speech S2 - MOORE, NATALIE PAIGE

Which of the following statements about developing an effective, audience-focused thesis statement is false?

Answer

Be sure to use specific, concrete terms that clearly establish the focus of your speech.

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.

You should attempt to create a clear, focused thesis statement that stands out and could be repeated by every member of your audience.

You should always remember that the audience is the reason for presenting a public speech.

Explanation

A thesis statement should make the speech’s purpose clear, including informing the audience when that is the goal. Choice B is false because it says informing the audience should be the least important goal. The other statements appropriately emphasize specific wording, a clear and memorable focus, and keeping the audience in mind.

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