In the introduction of his speech on the Special Olympics, Marcus mentioned that he had attended the events last year to cheer on a family friend who was competing in some races. Sharing this information with the audience helped Marcus achieve which goal of a speech introduction?
A. relating to the audience
B. generating emotional appeal
C. stating the importance of the topic
D. establishing credibility
E. previewing the body
Because he shows that he has seen or participating in one of these events he shows why he has a reason to form an opinion on it and that he has seen first hand what happens.
