Question

Discussing the surprisingly high percentage of cancers caused by secondhand smoke would most likely be an example of which attention-getting technique?

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct answer is: Shocking or Horrifying the listeners.

Explanation:

• Attention getting techniques can be defined as the sentences or information used in speeches during a verbal communication that will draw the attention of all the listeners towards the speaker.
• In the given question, when speaker talks about the incidence of cancer in the second hand smokers who are also called the passive smokers, it alarms the listeners.
• This is because according to the speaker's statement the people who are not addicted to smoking possess substantial risk of developing cancer due to passive smoking.
• This raises curiosity and alarm among the listeners and they are keen and eager to get more update on the the subject of cancer development.
• This way the speaker can prove himself to be a good orator.