A bad-news message using the indirect strategy begins with a , which is a neutral but meaningful statement that encourages the reader to continue reading.

The correct word for the blank space is: buffer.

Explanation:

The indirect strategy of providing messages is implemented when bad news must be provided. Details are mentioned first to give the final idea at the end. This strategy might not attract the audience interest at first being this the reason why a buffer must be included. Buffers are meaningful segments that incentivize the audience to pay attention to the message following an initial interesting fact.

hi noah!

the first time you break a rule, you get a warning.

if you continue to break rules you get kicked out for a certain amount of time.

so, to answer your question 1.

hope this buddy!

- courtney

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