3. Following are three sets of main points for speeches. For each set, supply the general purpose, specific purpose, and central idea.
General Purpose:
Specific Purpose:
Central Idea:
Main Points: I You should support a gas-tax increase because it will help pay
for road improvements.
II. You should support a gas-tax increase because it will promote
fuel efficient vehicles.
III. You should support a gas-tax increase because it will encourage
commuting via mass transit.
General Purpose:
Specific Purpose:
Central Idea:
Main Points I The first event in a triathlon is swimming.
II. The second event in a triathlon is cycling.
III. The third event in a triathlon is running.