Does Pericles's statement that the "administration favors the many instead of the few; this is why it is called a democracy" hold true? Is that the proper definition of democracy? And if it is, then why are the criteria of an Athenian citizen so restricted?

Why is it important to be aware of you audience's interests? a. so that you can teach them new information thy didn't know b. so that you can use opposite ideas in order to shock them c. so that you can use the most effective strategy to persuade them d. so that you can pretend to like the same things and get them to trust you