Rajiv plans to speak to his class about violence in the United States. As the date for his speech approaches, he adds a reference to a recent workplace shooting, which he heard about on the evening news. By adding this reference, Rajiv recognized the importance of ________ in defining the occasion.

A. identification
B. rhetorical criticism
C. simultaneous events
D. audience feedback

Answer: C

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