When You Use a Startling Statement to Gain Audience Attention

Multiple Choice

When you use a startling statement to gain audience attention:

A) the audience will be focused,receptive,calm,and attentive.
B) the most challenging statements will be the most effective.
C) you should shock the audience in order to get them to listen.
D) you are ethically compelled to be sure it's factual and relevant.
E) it should be controversial enough to stir up audience emotions.