Question

The secret to the speaking success of great leaders is the following:

Extensive research
Extensive practice
Extensive revising and editing
All of the above

It is never a good idea to begin a speech with

a joke.
an excuse.
a positive comment.
None of the above

Answer 1

I think the answers are D and B?

Answer 2

The first QUESTION should be D because to have a good speech, one need extensive research, practice, revision and edition. The second Question should be D because a good speech should begins with INTRODUCTION not a joke, an excuse or a positive comment.

Answer 3

Thank you.

Answer 4

I'm with Emeri on this one! I often begin speeches with jokes or positive comments, as do most other public speakers I know or have seen. NEVER start with an excuse or an apology - unless it's a funny one that turns out to be a joke! :)