At the End of Her Speech, Veronica Asked Her Audience

question 77

Multiple Choice

At the end of her speech, Veronica asked her audience, "If you think we should have stiffer penalties for juvenile offenders, then write your congressman." Which guideline does this disregard?

• A) The language is too dramatic and is likely to incite a negative emotional response in listeners.
• B) Using the term "congressman" as a generic for all persons in congress is a biased, sexist practice.
• C) The language isn't vivid enough to arouse the attention of an audience, nor to move them to action.
• D) The language isn't vivid, nor is it simple enough for an audience to understand.

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