Question

Inaugural Address

by John F. Kennedy, January 20, 1961 (excerpt)
Let the word go forth from this time and place, to friend and foe alike, that the torch has been passed to a new generation of Americans-born in this
century, tempered by war, disciplined by a hard and bitter peace, proud of our ancient heritage and unwilling to witness or permit the slow undoing
of those human rights to which this nation has always been committed, and to which we are committed today at home and around the world.
Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose
any foe to assure the survival and the success of liberty.
This much we pledge-and more.
To those old allies whose cultural and spiritual origins we share, we pledge the loyalty of faithful friends. United there is little we cannot do in a host
of cooperative ventures. Divided there is little we can do—for we dare not meet a powerful challenge at odds and split asunder.
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Select the correct answer.
Which statement best describes the persuasive strategy of the speaker?
ОА. The speaker passionately argues the idea that America needs to continue to grow.
B. The speaker ethically highlights the idea that America has pledged its loyalty to friends.
C. The speaker emotionally calls upon American citizens to be united in pursuit of ideals.
D. The speaker logically presents the idea that all Americans need to stand together.

Answer 1

D. The speaker logically presents the idea that all Americans need to stand together.

Step-by-step explanation:

I have chosen D because of the final sentence:

"United there is little we cannot do in a host of cooperative ventures. Divided there is little we can do—for we dare not meet a powerful challenge at odds and split asunder."

This sentence shows that united, we can do everything together. But divided, we can't do anything because we can't face something together and risk conflict.

I have looked at all the answers and read the passage well. They all seem to be logical. I have chosen D because I think it is the best answer.

Thank you for this opportunity. Good luck!