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"When choosing among possible topics, you should consider three questions:

  1. Is the topic appropriate for your audience?
  2. Is it appropriate for you?
  3. Is it appropriate for the speech occasion?"

(Hybels & Weaver,Communicating Effectively, p.291)

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