Question

Which of the following is the most effective way to engage an audience?

Use complex and difficult words to make yourself seem important and to gain their respect.
Use an authoritative tone and give glaring looks to show them you are not intimidated.
Catch their interest early with a powerful opening.
Smile often to show them you are a nice person.

Answer 1

Catch their interest early with a powerful opening.

Answer 2

Answer: C) Catch their interest early with a powerful opening.

Explanation: When writing a persuasive essay or giving a speech it is important to engage the audience (readers, listeners, etc), there are many ways to do that, for example: asking a question, telling a story, using visual elements, etc. From the given options, the one that expresses the most effective way to engage an audience is the corresponding to option C: Catch their interest early with a powerful opening.