Question

In the introduction of his speech on the Special Olympics, Mason mentioned that he had attended the events last year to cheer on a family friend who was competing in some races. Sharing this information with the audience helped Mason achieve which goal of a speech introduction?a. gaining the audience's attentionb. revealing the topicc. previewing the main pointsd. establishing credibility

Answer 1

Answer:

d. establishing credibility

Explanation:

• By Mason mentioning that he attended the function the previous year, it gives him the credibility to address the audience on the same issue.
• This point provides evidence that Manson has been involved in the Special Olympics there before and gives the audience a reason to listen to him.