Why is it important to get feedback from audience members after they receive a message?

A) To ensure the verbal and nonverbal messages are consistent
B) To help the audience remember the message
C) To evaluate the effectiveness of the message
D) To determine if the audience is motivated to respond
E) To ensure the message was decoded correctly

Getting feedback from the audience is important to evaluate the effectiveness of the message. It helps the speaker to understand if the message was clear and understood by the audience. This allows for any necessary adjustments to be made for future presentations. Feedback also provides the speaker with information on what aspects of the presentation worked well and what needs improvement.