Which characteristics apply to an effective opening statement? Select the three correct answers.(2 points)

Responses

logical
logical

includes a call to action
includes a call to action

avoids controversy
avoids controversy

debatable
debatable

states the writer’s opinion
states the writer’s opinion

states only facts

1 answer

The three characteristics that apply to an effective opening statement are:

  1. logical
  2. debatable
  3. states the writer’s opinion

These qualities help to engage the audience and set the stage for the discussion or argument that follows.