Which of the following messages is most direct?

a. I'd like to go to the movies. Do you want to go?
b. I'm so bored; I have nothing to do tonight.
c. Do you feel like pizza tonight?
d. You wouldn't want to go bowling, would you?


Answer: a. I'd like to go to the movies. Do you want to go?

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