The Use of Humor in a Speech Introduction

question 57

Multiple Choice

The use of humor in a speech introduction:

• A)appeals to almost every kind of American audience.
• B)challenges the audience to listen analytically.
• C)disrupts the audience and keeps them from listening.
• D)is risky;what some find funny,others find offensive.
• E)should be avoided if the speech topic is religious.

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