Choose the response that best completes the following sentence: "The reason why your audience is listening to your speech is important because
A. it usually determines the subject matter for your speech."
B. it helps you focus your efforts at audience analysis."
C. it helps you determine the tone and style that they expect from you."
D. if they are attending voluntarily they will have higher expectations for the speech."
Answer: C
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