Silence tends to serve the same functions in most cultures

Topics that are frivolous or trivial are not worthy of the listeners' ________

Fill in the blanks with correct word

Margot is giving a persuasive speech in her health class. Her topic is obesity in kids. Her first main point is, "Childhood obesity is an epidemic in the United States." Her second main point is, "Teaching our children healthier eating habits at schools and promoting a healthier menu in school cafeterias are good ways to start to battling this issue." What pattern of organization is Margot using?

A. topic B. problem-solution C. motivated sequence D. cause-effect