In a speech about how Texas became a state, Martina provided three main points and delivered them in a chronological pattern. Two of her classmates, Anna and Donna, were discussing the speech the next day. Anna remembered Martina's three main points while Donna only remembered the story used in the introduction. Who was the better listener, according to the textbook's strategies to enhance

listening skills?

A) Donna was the better listener because she followed the tip, "listen mindfully."
B) Donna was the better listener because she followed the tip, "be a selfish listener."
C) Anna was the better listener because she followed the tip, "listen for major ideas."
D) Anna was the better listener because she followed the tip, "become an active listener."


Answer: C

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