Question

According to your textbook, when you are in a formal speaking situation the most effective way of gaining the initial attention of your audience after you walk to the lectern is a. asking someone to lower the lights. b. beginning to speak loudly and clearly. c. rapping your hand lightly on the lectern until everyone is quiet. d. looking directly at the audience without saying a word. e. asking everyone to be quiet and pay attention.

Answer 1

Answer:

Looking directly at the audience without saying a word.

Explanation:

That's the most effective way of gaining the initial attention of the audience. It builds up some suspense, curiosity.