Question

Why does FDR use biblical allusions in his speech?

A. They remind his audience of better times.

B. They place him on the far-right side of the political spectrum.

C. They bring to mind the ideas of traditional values and discipline.

D. They show his audience that he is trustworthy.

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

Im wondering why the answer isn’t D. The entire lesson discussed FDR establishing ethos. There in fact is another question on here where it is asked how FDR established ethos and the answer is “using Biblical allusions.

Answer 2

C. They bring to mind the ideas of traditional values and discipline.

Step-by-step explanation:

The US was based off the biblical view, as well as the freedom of religion (see the Constitution of the United States and look closely for religious usage within the text). In using biblical allusions, FDR not only shows his religious faith, but is also drawing connectivity from his speech to the US documents. This most of the time would give a more authoritative tone to the documents.

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