The options that would most appropriately fill the blank in the statement above are B and D. In the early stages of the Harlem Renaissance, Alain Locke motivated black artists to take pride in their heritage and <span>express the artistic portrayal of African American experiences. I hope this is helpful.</span>
I opted for pronouns that I think fit best.
I would express it as: "A massive wave seized him and propelled him effortlessly and at incredible speed completely over the boat and far beyond it."
C.
The speaker begins by introducing herself, allowing the audience to quickly grasp the personal significance of the topic. When audiences recognize the speaker's personal investment in the matter, they are more likely to engage. The introduction also employs an example of pathos, which is an emotional appeal effective for capturing audience interest.
It’s beneficial to refrain from overwhelming the audience with statistics or other researchers' names at the start (although such elements will be utilized in the speech) as this may lend an overly formal or factual tone before they become engaged.