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Explain why Roosevelt's speech was such a big success. Use specific language from the speech to explain what is memorable and effective.

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I think that Roosevelt's speech was such a big success because he was able to bring comfort/calm to the American people. The words that stood out to me the most were "Prosper", "truth" and "understanding". During his speech, he also spoke passionately and persuasively which I think is what caused the Americans to come together as one. ( I agree with the person above on this ) ^^^ Credits to them ^^^

Another big part of the speech was when Roosevelt said " that the only thing we have to fear is—fear itself " when it's paraphrased it states: "We shouldn't be afraid. There are no specific obstacles we can't overcome and there are no good reasons we should not move forward." This part sticks out because he is telling the nation that now is not a time to hide but instead we should all stand strong and thrive without being held back by anything.

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His speech had the ability to bring comfort to the American people. He spoke passionately and persuasively, I felt this is what caused the American citizens to come together as a whole. "There is no reason to hide away in fear..", this part of the speech really sticks out because he is telling the nation that especially now is not the time to hide away but instead stand strong.

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