What should an author do to hook the audience at the opening of a presentation? Choose three correct answers.

A thought-provoking question can make listeners curious, while a related joke or personal story can capture their attention. A relevant quotation can also create interest and connect the audience to the topic. Naming the topic and summarizing the main points help orient listeners, but they are less effective as attention-grabbing hooks.

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