Connotations may be difficult for members of an audience whose first language is not English. What is the best strategy to use in this situation?

A) Use word associations to help them understand.
B) Use connotation, but circle back to the intended meanings in the conclusion.
C) Learn what personal experiences those audience members have had so the speech can be tailored to them.
D) Explain the intentions of the connotations in more detail.


Answer: D

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