Jake started his talk by explaining that he understood how the audience felt because he had also gone through a life-threatening illness as a child. What purpose does his introduction serve?
A. gaining attention
B. creating a favorable response toward the topic
C. creating a favorable response toward the speaker
D. clarifying the purpose of thesis
Answer: C
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