AP English Language

The correct answer is: C.It may not be relevant to the topic.

Here's why:

Starting your introduction with a joke can be a great way to engage the reader, but if the joke is not relevant to the topic, it can make the introduction feel disconnected or detract from the seriousness of the subject. The joke might grab attention, but it can also lead the reader to question how it relates to the argument or subject matter.

The other options are less likely:

A.It can be too formal: A joke is typical...