SAT English Practice Question

The author is trying to establish a direct connection between the reader and the speaker, and to do that, the author uses the second person. For instance, the author says, "If you're a little bit nervous, you can try…" The author also uses a conversational tone in this passage. What does the author hope to accomplish with these techniques?

1. A.emphasize the importance of the speaker’s message.
2. B.highlight the speaker’s own feelings and experiences.
3. C.create a sense of intimacy and connection with the reader.
4. D.suggest that the speaker is addressing a large audience.