A well-known writer is scheduled to deliver a humorous after-dinner speech the same day a mass shooting has occurred, dominating news and conversations across the country. Which context will probably influence her presentation the most?

a. temporal context
b. physical context
c. socio-psychological context
d. cultural context


Answer: a

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