Read the sentences from Last Lecture by Randy Pausch.And I assure you I am not in denial. It’s not like I’m not aware of what’s going on.

Pausch says he is not in denial and understands what is happening to him. This reassures listeners that his positive attitude does not mean he is unaware of his illness; he wants them to feel comfortable with that attitude. Choice C, “He wants them to feel comfortable and accept his positive attitude,” best expresses this purpose.

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