The retired high school principal addressed students at their graduation, spelling out

the formula for success he had deduced from what students said whenever they came
back to visit.

"Truly successful people," he told them, "are animated by hard work,
dedication, and generosity." The general purpose underlying his speech is to _____.
A) inform
B) critique
C) persuade
D) celebrate

D

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