Question

Read the paragraph below and answer the question that follows. Eric: "Traci, guess what? I came in second in the speech competition!" Traci: "That's great! What did the judges say?" Eric: "They really liked it—said it was interesting, well researched, and well organized. They even said I sounded authoritative. The only thing they really marked me down for was engagement with the audience. I knew I'd get docked on that one! I kept staring at one of the judges. He had a grey beard."

Answer 1

Audience is the correct choice.

Step-by-step explanation:

Eric lost points for staring at one of the judges because of his physical features. Engagement with the audience is even mentioned in the dialogue.