A Renowned Philanthropist and Well-Respected National Speaker Gave the Commencement

question 14

Multiple Choice

A renowned philanthropist and well-respected national speaker gave the commencement address at Audrey's graduation ceremony.He spoke of his concerns about rising crime rates for juveniles,of the problem of gang violence,and about crimes against women.Was this appropriate content for a commencement address?

• A)No;he should have treated the event like an after-dinner speech,a speech to entertain.
• B)No,because he didn't praise,inspire,or challenge the graduating class.
• C)Yes,because it dealt with serious concerns that will continue to face the graduates.
• D)Yes,because his approach was different and commencement addresses often become boring.

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