US President Franklin Roosevelt signs declaration of war against Germany in 1941

The transcript describes the heavy responsibilities faced by a leader after the Pearl Harbor attack. It details the leader's address to Congress, requesting a declaration of war against Japan, and the subsequent signing of formal documents that marked America's entry into World War II.

What realization did the speaker come to regarding their future responsibilities?

• That they would have an easy path ahead

• That they would face significant challenges

• That they would not need to make any decisions

• That they would have immediate success

What significant event prompted the speaker to address Congress?

• The attack on Pearl Harbor

• The end of World War I

• The beginning of the Cold War

• The signing of a peace treaty

What was the purpose of the speaker's address to Congress?

• To celebrate a national holiday

• To propose a new education reform

• To announce a new economic policy

• To request a declaration of war against Japan

How did the speaker feel when signing the war declaration?

• Indifferent

• Joyful

• Excited

• Heavy-hearted

What was the outcome of signing the formal papers?

• America remained neutral

• America entered the global conflict

• America withdrew from international affairs

• America signed a peace agreement