You have been asked to deliver a speech to a group of foreign exchange students from France and Germany. You do not speak German or French, but in the beginning of your speech you would like to welcome them in their native language. Which techniques should you follow to ensure a positive response from the audience?
A) Find a translating dicitonary and phonetically sound out the words.
B) Have a translator waiting in case the audience does not seem to understand.
C) Speak quietly so if you make a mistake it will be less noticeable to the audience.
D) Have someone knowledgeable in the language help you practice the correct pronunciation.