Question

Read the underlined

words on pages 1 and 2.
What is emphasized by the repeated phrases
that begin with "Written..."?
Countless Americans who were once ignored
during the Great Depression now have a voice in
politics.
Roosevelt is facing many complex challenges while
attempting to help unfortunate Americans.
The lives of many Americans have gotten
significantly better during Roosevelt's presidency.
Many distinct groups within the American
population have been affected by the Great
Depression.

Answer 1

The author emphasizes the importance of written records by repeating the phrase "written history" throughout the text. This is meant to highlight the fact that although many Americans were ignored during the Great Depression, their voices have been recorded in written history, allowing them to be remembered in the present day. It also serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by Roosevelt and the positive effect his presidency had on many people's lives.