An Attention-Getting Device at the Start of a Speech Should

question 4

Multiple Choice

An attention-getting device at the start of a speech should:

• A)ask a question of controversial nature that will astonish the audience.
• B)be unexpected,challenging,cutting-edge,titillating,or recognizable
• C)take into account appropriateness to the audience,topic,purpose,and occasion.
• D)explain to the audience why they have an obligation to show respect.
• E)tell the audience why the speaker feels compelled to choose the topic.

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