Question

In at least 150 words, identify the purpose of President John F. Kennedy’s "Inaugural Address," and explain how the speaker uses historical references to achieve that purpose.

Answer 1

He references what has happened in the past and implied that there will be a change for the future. He referred to the old colonial days where men longed for freedom and that now the day has come. He also encourages us to understand the world is different now, and that people have removed themselves from immoral practices, as a reference to slavery. He encourages the people to view themselves as heirs that have overcome the first revolution, and that this new winning spirit must be passed along. He also reassures the allies that they have that they will continue to be friends and that they will build not only America together but spread peace throughout the world.

Answer 2

He references what has happened in the past and implied that there will be a change for the future.

Step-by-step explanation:

Lincoln referred to the old colonial days where men longed for freedom and that now the day has come. He also encourages us to understand the the world is different now that people have removed themselves from the immoral practises, this may be a reference to slavery.

He encourages the people to view themselves as heirs that have overcame the first revolution and that this new winning spirit must be passed along.

He also reassures the allies that they have that they will continue to be friends and that they will build not only America together but spread peace throughout the world.