Nikki Was Planning Her Speech with the Central Idea, "Soft

question 8

Multiple Choice

Nikki was planning her speech with the central idea, "Soft drinks are high in sugar and could add to the development of heart disease." In using this central idea, Nikki failed to _____.

• A) consider her audience
• B) choose a single topic
• C) write a declarative sentence
• D) use direct, specific language

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