Which part of a speech contains the main content and supporting analysis?

• A. Introduction
• B. Conclusion
• C. Briefing
• D. Body

Answer: (D)

The main concept being tested is where a speaker develops the central ideas with evidence and reasoning. That development happens in the body of the speech, where each main point is stated, explained, and supported with data, examples, and analysis. The body is organized to build the argument and provide the details the audience needs to understand and evaluate the points. The introduction is meant to grab attention and present the purpose, while the conclusion wraps things up and reinforces the message. A briefing isn’t the standard place for the core argument in a speech. So the section that contains the main content and supporting analysis is the body.