Capturing your listeners' interest, helping build credibility, and previewing the points you will make are all goals of a(n)
A) thesis statement.
B) introduction.
C) conclusion.
D) purpose statement.
E) outline.

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You get only one chance to make a good first impression. The same is true when you're preparing a speech. A good presentation starts with an introduction that accomplishes three goals: It captures your listeners' interest in your topic, it helps you build your credibility, and it previews the points you plan to make.

Capturing Your Listeners' Interest, Helping Build Credibility, and Previewing the Points