1. T F The first step in speechmaking is choosing a topic for your speech. 2. T F Outside the classroom, the topic of a speech is usually determined by the occasion, the audience, and the speaker’s qualifications. 3. T F It is usually a poor idea to choose a speech topic that requires research. 4. T F You should usually avoid drawing on your personal knowledge or experience when choosing a speech topic. 5. T F You should usually avoid choosing speech topics that you feel strongly about. Â