A Speech Introduction That Begins With, "Did You Know That

question 12

Multiple Choice

A speech introduction that begins with, "Did you know that a light bulb has been invented that will last ten times as long as the ones we use today, but the government won't let it be marketed to thepublic?" is employing a device known as

• A) a reference to a historical event.
• B) a personal reference.
• C) a startling statement.
• D) an anecdote.

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Definitions:

Ovum

The female sex cell, or egg.

Female Sex Cell

An ovum or egg cell, which is produced by the ovaries of female organisms and can be fertilized by a male sex cell.

Turner's Syndrome

A chromosomal disorder affecting females, characterized by the absence of all or part of a second sex chromosome.

Infertile

The inability to conceive children or young after a period of time, usually a year or more of regular sexual activity without contraception.