A Speech Introduction That Begins With, "Did You Know That

Multiple Choice

A speech introduction that begins with, "Did you know that a light bulb has been invented that will last ten times as long as the ones we use today, but the government won't let it be marketed to thepublic?" is employing a device known as

A) a reference to a historical event.
B) a personal reference.
C) a startling statement.
D) an anecdote.