Weegy: Impactful speeches are always "sold" by the speaker. A good speaker is always well versed and researched beforehand. A good speaker will always use their voice, hands and eyes to insure that they have the audiences attention. [ Now to answer your question Maria should NOT do D. Stand straight and sway from side to side.
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User:
What is an effective way to begin a speech?
A. telling the audience what to expect from the speech
B. showing the audience the visual aids prior to speaking
C. asking the audience questions about the topic being presented
D. sharing a joke or anecdote about a topic not related to the subject
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