Most speech topics selected by students are too _______

A _____ is a comparison between two things that uses the word like or as

Fill in the blanks with correct word

Jerome took classes in public speaking and history, and he reads widely about current events from reputable news agencies. As a result, he honed his ability to evaluate claims, weigh all the evidence, and come to reasoned conclusions based on a careful examination of the arguments on all sides of an issue. Jerome has become _______.

A) a citizen-critic B) a consumer watchdog C) a proponent of competing claims D) an advocate skilled in manipulation