What quote best proves that nuclear arms are the biggest threat to the nation?

But neither can two great and powerful groups of nations take comfort from our present course—both sides overburdened by the cost of modern weapons, . . . yet both racing to alter that uncertain balance of terror that stays the hand of mankind's final war.

And if a beachhead of cooperation may push back the jungle of suspicion, let both sides join in creating a new endeavor, not a new balance of power, but a new world of law, where the strong are just and the weak secure and the peace preserved.

In your hands, my fellow citizens, more than mine, will rest the final success or failure of our course. Since this country was founded, each generation of Americans has been summoned to give testimony to its national loyalty.

Finally, whether you are citizens of America or citizens of the world, ask of us here the same high standards of strength and sacrifice which we ask of you.

What does Kennedy mean when he states we must "convert good words... into good deeds" for South America?

The US will set up programs to help end poverty.

The US will send troops to protect them.

Kennedy describes people “who foolishly sought power by riding the back of the tiger,” saying that they “ended up inside” the tiger. What does he mean?

Those who seek power through violence are usually overthrown by violence.

Those who can carefully keep their balance will never end up falling.

Those foolish enough to seek power know that things will end badly.

Those who seek power are just like an animal tamer in a circus.

What quote is the best example of charged language?

[T]he devotion which we bring to this endeavor will light our country and all who serve it—and the glow from that fire can truly light the world.

We shall not always expect to find them supporting our view. But we shall always hope to find them strongly supporting their own freedom . . .

If a free society cannot help the many who are poor, it cannot save the few who are rich.

For only when our arms are sufficient beyond doubt can we be certain beyond doubt that they will never be employed.

What quote is the best example of restatement?

Now the trumpet summons us again—not as a call to bear arms, though arms we need—not as a call to battle, though embattled we are—but a call to bear the burden of a long twilight struggle, year in and year out . . .

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, for whatever period is required—not because the communists may be doing it, not because we seek their votes, but because it is right.

Finally, to those nations who would make themselves our adversary, we offer not a pledge but a request: that both sides begin anew the quest for peace, before the dark powers of destruction unleashed by science engulf all humanity in planned or accidental self-destruction.

In the long history of the world, only a few generations have been granted the role of defending freedom in its hour of maximum danger. I do not shrink from this responsibility—I welcome it.

What is the effect of this quote: Now the trumpet summons us again—not as a call to bear arms, though arms we need—not as a call to battle, though embattled we are—but a call to bear the burden of a long twilight struggle, year in and year out, “rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation”—a struggle against the common enemies of man: tyranny, poverty, disease, and war itself.

It makes the audience excited to make a difference.

It makes the audience afraid of their enemies.

It makes the audience encouraged that times will be better.

Which of the following is most likely how the word volume came to refer to books? "Vol" means to roll or turn.

Ancient texts were stored as rolled-up scrolls.

Printing presses are extremely loud.

Stories used to be spoken rather than written.

Before printing, books were very large and heavy.

What quote best represents antithesis?

The Berlin Wall was made of concrete and rock, but the youth of Germany tore it apart like soggy paper in 1989 when the travel bans were finally overturned.

Because thousands of East Germans were fleeing to the West, the government put up a barrier called the Berlin Wall.

In 1963, John F. Kennedy gave a famous speech at the Berlin Wall, which divided the city of Berlin and symbolized the Cold War.

Kennedy's speech looked ahead to the day when the two Berlins and the two Germanies would reunify—a day that came 36 years later.

What effect does Kennedy's repetition of "pledge" have on the audience?

It emphasizes the commitment he has to his promises.

It emphasizes the respect he has for previous presidents.

It challenges his audience to analyze the meaning behind his owrds.

"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." Based on this quote, what is the effect that parallelism has on the audience?

It makes the audience remember his key points.

It makes the audience guess as to what he really means.

What is the main difference in how FDR and JFK deal with foreign conflict and affairs?

Roosevelt's primary goal is to help allies achieve military victory in a world war. Kennedy's primary goal is disarmament and world peace.

Roosevelt's primary goal is to resolve economic problems among nations. Kennedy's primary goal is to bring about more cultural exchange.

Roosevelt's primary goal is to become the strongest nation in the western world. Kennedy's primary goal is to make all western powers equally strong.

Roosevelt's primary goal is to lead the nations to settle their differences peacefully. Kennedy's primary goal is to lead the nations to settle their differences on the battlefield.

How do JFK and FDR differ in how thew view defensive weapons and nuclear armament?

Roosevelt urges an immediate buildup of weapons. Kennedy recommends bringing the buildup of weapons under control.

Roosevelt believes that the United States already has more than enough weapons. Kennedy believes that the United States needs more weapons.

Roosevelt sees a buildup of weapons as a solution to the economic crisis. Kennedy fears that the United States is spending too much on weapons.

Roosevelt cautions against an immediate buildup of weapons. Kennedy suggests that there is no other choice than to produce more weapons.

JFK Speech

Authored by Margaret Anderson

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9th - 11th Grade

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

In his speech, Kennedy argues that we must, like our ancestors, continue to fight for _____________.

change

freedom

education

exploration

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

According to Kennedy, where do the rights of human beings come from?

Philosophers

Nature

The Government

God

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What value does Kennedy emphasize MOST in his speech?

Friendships with other nations

Protecting liberty around the country

Freedom of Religion

Solving world conflicts

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Kennedy supports the United Nations.

True

False

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Kennedy hopes that America and its enemies can reach a ______________.

compromise

conflict

belaboring

treaty

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the meaning of invective?

Praise

Patriotism

Insulting Language

Objective Language

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the meaning of belaboring?

Misunderstanding something

Organizing a strategy

Focusing too much on one thing

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

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JFK Speech

In his speech, Kennedy argues that we must, like our ancestors, continue to fight for _____________.

According to Kennedy, where do the rights of human beings come from?

What value does Kennedy emphasize MOST in his speech?

Kennedy supports the United Nations.

Kennedy hopes that America and its enemies can reach a ______________.

What is the meaning of invective?

What is the meaning of belaboring?

What is the meaning of asunder?

What has the power to "abolish all forms... of human life"?

During the time of Kennedy's speech, what was the biggest threat to America?

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