9. "Wow! Thanks, William. What an unexpected surprise. What brings you here?"
"I'm here to help our friendly prosecutor off the hook."
"How much is that going to cost, William?"
"A lot less than you'd think, Polly."
"I'll see you tomorrow in my office. I'd better get started before they come calling."
William shakes Polly's hand and walks up the stairs to the podium.
"We have come to the heart of the matter. Why we're here tonight—to celebrate the achievements of our fellow colleagues. It's the fifth straight year and it's been my privilege to serve as master of ceremony for the Kenyan Bar Association. Standing before you today, it is my pleasure to announce the recipients of the Jack Goodrich Award."
The setting of this passage is best described as
a birthday party.
a court room.
an attorney's office.
an award ceremony.