Question

why is rhythm an important element in a speech?a. rhythm provides the audience with important evidence.b. rhythm makes the audience aware of the type of argument the speaker is making.c. rhythm provides an example of why the opposition is against the argument.d. rhythm keeps the attention of the audience

Answer 1

D. Rhythm keeps the attention of the audience
Without rhythm, it's really hard to keep your audience focused on you 

Answer 2

The correct answer is D. Rhythm keeps the attention of the audience

Explanation:

Rhythm refers to the pattern of sounds in a speech or text that creates a certain flow, this is determined by the repetitions of sounds or the use of pauses in a speech or text. In this way, the rhythm in speeches create a cadence that if it is used appropriately will make the audience enjoy the way the speech flows, as rhythm is usually connected to the atmosphere of the speech, for example, the rhythm for a scientific explanation is not the same that the rhythm for telling a story, in this way, rhythm and changes in the rhythm makes the audience pay attention to the speaker and be interested in the speech. Thus, rhythm is important because it keeps the audience attentive.