Annalucia is giving a speech on behalf of her company, which is based in Los Angeles, California. Her speech is in Miami, Florida, at a stockholder's meeting. Annalucia decides to open her speech with, "I was nervous about coming so far from home, but once I saw your amazing beaches here in Miami, I felt right at home!" What technique is Annalucia using to generate interest in her speech?

A. Identifying something familiar
B. Citing an opinion
C. Telling a joke
D. Noting the occasion


Answer: A

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