Which of the following is NOT a goal of an introductory speech?

A. Acquaint audience with a person.
B. Establish the credibility of the person.
C. Reveal a secret about a person
D. Generate enthusiasm for the person.

Answer: C

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At the annual field hockey banquet, Olivia is introducing the coach, a woman who is well known by everyone in the room. According to your textbook, the best way for Olivia to create a sense of anticipation and drama in her speech of introduction is to

A. be creative by learning about the coach and casting her in a new light. B. present a detailed biography of the coach's life. C. tell an embarrassing story about the coach's childhood. D. All of these answers are correct. E. Both tell an embarrassing story about the coach's childhood and be creative by learning about the coach and casting her in a new light.

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