Startling statistics can be used to start an essay. ( ).

It is best to avoid using startling statements or questions in openers to an oral presentation.

Choose the ONE that is a synonym for the word：atrophy A: trophy B: inflammation C: stunting D: startling

He was capable of writing things of startling __________ . A: originality B: origin C: novel D: fiction

These startling events _______ intense excitement throughout Europe. A: stimulated B: aroused C: provoked D: irritated

She was ________ to see him looking so ill. A: startling B: startled C: started D: starting

When used in a speech introduction, telling a story, asking a question, making a startling statement, and arousing curiosity are all methods of __________.

He was kept in appalling conditions in prison. The underlined part means_________________. A: awesome B: awful C: startling D: stunning

Which of the following would youmostlikely find in a speech introduction? A: a transition B: a lengthy quotation C: an internal summary D: a startling statistic

It is ______ that almost 100 percent of smartphone users under 25 text with emojis according to the survey. A: startling B: satisfying C: embarrassing D: boring