In his speech, how does Kennedy build his claim that the United States will defend "freedom in its hour of maximum danger" (Paragraph 25)?

by stating that the U.S. will play an active role in fighting groups that are opposed to freedom, and by supporting groups that are fighting for freedom

by arguing that the U.S. must enforce international law across the world since the United States is the lone superpower in the world

by demonstrating that the poverty which many people suffer from is an obstacle to true freedom

by demanding that the adversaries of the United States be more willing to negotiate, or else there will be war

Which phrase from the text provides the best support that by stating that the U.S. will play an active role in fighting groups that are opposed to freedom, and by supporting groups that are fighting for freedom?

"Not as a call to bear arms, though arms we need—not as a call to battle, though embattled we are" (Paragraph 23)

"Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe to assure the survival and the success of liberty." (Paragraph 5)

"To those people in the huts and villages of half the globe struggling to break the bonds of mass misery, we pledge our best efforts to help them help themselves." (Paragraph 9)

"A new world of law, where the strong are just and the weak secure and the peace preserved." (Paragraph 20)

Which statement from the text best describes the relationship that Kennedy thinks the United States should have with its adversaries?

"Let us never negotiate out of fear. But let us never fear to negotiate." (Paragraph 15)

"We pledge our best efforts to help them help themselves." (Paragraph 9)

"Can we forge against these enemies a grand and global alliance, North and South, East and West, that can assure a more fruitful life for all mankind?" (Paragraph 24)

"Ask not what your country can do for you--ask what you can do for your country." (Paragraph 26)

What is the purpose of the two metaphors Kennedy uses in the phrase: "If a beachhead of cooperation may push back the jungle of suspicion..." (Paragraph 20)?

Kennedy uses the metaphors to argue that the U.S. and its adversaries must quit being suspicious of the jungle if they are going to successfully cooperate.

Kennedy uses the metaphors to emphasize that just like in World War II, the United States must establish a beachhead in order to attack its enemies.

Kennedy uses the metaphors to explain that the new generation must be willing to face the global issues that will define the future.

Kennedy uses the metaphors to conclude his argument that the U.S. and its adversaries must cooperate and reject their suspicions of each other.

PART A: According to the text, what role does Kennedy think the new generation should play in addressing the problems facing the world?

Kennedy argues that even though there are numerous problems facing the world, the new generation should accept the challenge and try to solve them.

Kennedy believes that the numerous problems facing the world can only be solved through prayer.

Kennedy believes that Americans should unite and prepare to defend their country.

Kennedy argues that most of the problems facing the world cannot be solved in his lifetime, so people should focus on living their lives to the fullest.

PART B: What phrase from the text best supports the answer to Part A?

"Let both sides explore what problems unite us" (paragraph 16)

"We dare not meet a powerful challenge at odds and split asunder" (paragraph 7)

"I do not shrink from this responsibility--I welcome it." (paragraph 25)

"With a good conscience our only sure reward" (paragraph 28)

What is Kennedy's main purpose in the speech?

To address international relations

This speech contains one of the most famous lines from Presidential speeches in U.S. history: "Ask not what your country can do for you—ask what you can do for your country" (Paragraph 26). What did Kennedy mean?

He encouraged people to contribute to the nation.

He wanted citizens to focus on their own needs.

He was asking for financial donations.

He wanted people to travel more.

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What does the term "subversion" mean as used in the text?

an act undermining the power of an authority

independent state

insulting or critical language

authority

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

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CCSS.RI.8.4

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What does the term "invective" mean as used in the text?

an act undermining the power of an authority

independent state

insulting or critical language

authority

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

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What does the term "writ" mean as used in the text?

an act undermining the power of an authority

independent state

insulting or critical language

authority

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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At the time of President Kennedy’s inauguration, many were concerned about nuclear and atom ______.

bombs

weapons

missiles

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

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Belabor (verb) means to argue (a) .

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A biblical reference to “The Book of Isaiah,” which emphasizes a message of ______.

salvation

destruction

hope

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A position on a beach from where an attack can be launched is called a ______.

beachhead

fortress

bunker

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

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Inaugural Address By President John F. Kennedy 1961

What does the term "subversion" mean as used in the text?

What does the term "invective" mean as used in the text?

What does the term "writ" mean as used in the text?

At the time of President Kennedy’s inauguration, many were concerned about nuclear and atom ______.

Belabor (verb) means to argue (a) .

A biblical reference to “The Book of Isaiah,” which emphasizes a message of ______.

A position on a beach from where an attack can be launched is called a ______.

Endeavor (noun) means an attempt to accomplish ______.

In his speech, how does Kennedy build his claim that the United States will defend "freedom in its hour of maximum danger" (Paragraph 25)?

Which phrase from the text provides the best support that by stating that the U.S. will play an active role in fighting groups that are opposed to freedom, and by supporting groups that are fighting for freedom?

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