Question

"We have fallen heirs to the most glorious heritage a people ever received, and each one must do his part if we wish to show that the nation is worthy of its good fortune." - Theodore Roosevelt

This quote from Teddy Roosevelt addresses which of these ideas?
A) The importance of democracy in the American political system
Eliminate
B) The importance of conservation of American lands and resources
C) The importance of maintaining a strong and ready standing military
D) The need to maximize American fossil fuels regardless of whether or not natural lands are disturbed

Answer 1

B) The importance of conservation of American lands and resources

President Theodore Roosevelt was a strong force for the conservation of America's natural resources. Roosevelt was instrumental in the movement to set aside public lands and work to preserve wildlife and nature. 230 million acres of public lands were established during his presidency. He created dozens of Federal Bird Reserves and helped to grow the National Park System.