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What are President Roosevelt's primary purposes in his State of the Union address? Check all that apply.to convince the public to support an ideato showcase his strong speaking skillsto encourage the public to uniteto generate votes for the next electionto motivate the public to take action
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to convince the public to support an ideato encourage the public to uniteto motivate the public to take action<br><b>Explanation:</b> President Roosevelt's primary purposes in his State of the Union address are to convince the public to support an idea, to encourage the public to unite, and to motivate the public to take action.
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Read the excerpt from President Roosevelt's State of the Union address.I cannot prophesy. I cannot tell you when or where the United Nations are going to strike next in Europe. But we are going to strike—and strike hard.The primary purpose behind Roosevelt's words in this excerpt is to
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C. convince the public of America's strength.<br><b>Explanation:</b> In this excerpt, President Roosevelt is telling the American people that the United States will be joining the fight against Germany in World War II. He is trying to rally support for the war effort and to get people to understand that the United States will be a major player in the conflict.
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Read the excerpt from Roosevelt's State of the Union address and the poster below it.As spokesmen for the United States Government, you and I take off our hats to those responsible for our American production—to the owners, managers, and supervisors, to the draftsmen and the engineers, and to the workers—men and women—in factories and arsenals and shipyards and mines and mills and forests—and railroads and on highways.The speech connects factory work to the war by thanking workers in various American industries, whereas the poster relies heavily on
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B. diction and images to convey this connection.<br><b>Explanation:</b> symbols such as the American flag and the image of a soldier to connect factory work to the war. Roosevelt's speech is more effective in connecting factory work to the war because he uses concrete examples of workers in different industries to illustrate how they contribute to the war effort, whereas the poster only uses symbols that may not be as effective in conveying how factory work is connected to the war.
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Read the excerpt from Roosevelt's State of the Union address and the poster below it.As spokesmen for the United States Government, you and I take off our hats to those responsible for our American production—to the owners, managers, and supervisors, to the draftsmen and the engineers, and to the workers—men and women—in factories and arsenals and shipyards and mines and mills and forests—and railroads and on highways.What is a similarity between the speech and the poster?
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C. Both relay the importance of American industries in the war effort.<br><b>Explanation:</b> Both the speech and the poster emphasize the importance of workers in American production. Roosevelt's speech specifically mentions factory workers, railroad workers, and highway workers, while the poster features workers from a variety of industries, including mining, farming, and manufacturing. Both the speech and the poster emphasize the hard work of American workers and their contribution to the country's success.
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Read the excerpt from President Roosevelt's State of the Union address.I cannot prophesy. I cannot tell you when or where the United Nations are going to strike next in Europe. But we are going to strike—and strike hard. . . .Of course, there have been disturbances and inconveniences—and even hardships. And there will be many, many more before we finally win. Yes, 1943 will not be an easy year for us on the home front. We shall feel in many ways in our daily lives the sharp pinch of total war.The repeated use of the word __________ reinforces the strength and power of the United Nations.
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Strike<br><b>Explanation:</b> The repeated use of the word strike reinforces the strength and power of the United Nations.
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Read the excerpt from Roosevelt's State of the Union address and the poster below it.Fortunately, there are only a few Americans who place appetite above patriotism. The overwhelming majority realize that the food we send abroad is for essential military purposes, for our own and Allied fighting forces, and for necessary help in areas that we occupy.Which is a difference between the speech and the poster?
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C. The poster directly reminds civilians how they can contribute to the war effort, but the speech does not.<br><b>Explanation:</b> The speech talks about the few Americans who place appetite above patriotism, while the poster implies that all Americans are patriotic.
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Read the excerpt from Roosevelt's State of the Union address and the poster below it.Fortunately, there are only a few Americans who place appetite above patriotism. The overwhelming majority realize that the food we send abroad is for essential military purposes, for our own and Allied fighting forces, and for necessary help in areas that we occupy.Both the speech and the poster convey the importance of
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A. conserving resources at home so troops can have more.<br><b>Explanation:</b> food conservation during World War II. The speech is urging Americans to conserve food so that it can be sent to Allied fighting forces and to areas that the United States occupies. The poster is urging Americans to grow their own food so that more food can be sent to the Allied fighting forces.
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Look at the poster.What is the effect of the rhetorical language that appears in this poster?
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B. Early stopping will make a late victory stresses the idea that having lower levels of production means it will take longer to win the war.<br><b>Explanation:</b> The effect of the rhetorical language in this poster is to create an emotional appeal to the audience. The words we're all in this together create a sense of unity and togetherness, while the word fight suggests that there is a common enemy that needs to be defeated. This language is designed to encourage people to support the cause, and it is likely to be effective in motivating people to take action.
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Look at the poster.During World War II, the WAVES (Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service) program was created. Based on the image and the rhetorical language used, this poster was designed to
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B. encourage women to join the armed forces.<br><b>Explanation:</b> persuade women to join the WAVES.The WAVES were created during World War II as a way to get more women involved in the war effort. This poster was designed to persuade women to join the WAVES by using rhetoric to appeal to their patriotic and duty-driven nature. The language used in the poster, such as your country needs you and serve your country in its hour of need, is designed to make women feel like it is their patriotic duty to join the WAVES and help with the war effort. The image of the woman in the uniform also serves as a way to show women what they could be if they joined the WAVES. Overall, this poster was designed to appeal to women's sense of duty and patriotism in order to get them to join the WAVES.
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The contrast of the white print on the red background is most designed to ______.
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Capture Attention<br><b>Explanation:</b> The contrast of the white print on the red background is most designed to attract attention. The color red is known to be a very attention-grabbing color, so using it as the background for some white text is a good way to ensure that people will notice and read the text.
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Read the excerpt from Roosevelt's State of the Union address.We must appraise the events of 1942 according to their relative importance; we must exercise a sense of proportion.How does repetition of the phrase we must help Roosevelt achieve his purpose?
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It encourages the public to act with a united front.<br><b>Explanation:</b>The contrast of the white print on the red background is most designed to attract attention. The color red is known to be a very attention-grabbing color, so using it as the background for some white text is a good way to ensure that people will notice and read the text.
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Read the excerpt from Roosevelt's State of the Union address and the poster below it.Fortunately, there are only a few Americans who place appetite above patriotism. The overwhelming majority realize that the food we send abroad is for essential military purposes, for our own and Allied fighting forces, and for necessary help in areas that we occupy.Both the speech and the poster use
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diction to convey their message.<br><b>Explanation:</b> the metaphor of food to talk about the war effort. The speech is talking about how the food we send to other countries is essential to the war effort, and the poster is talking about how people need to ration their food so that there is enough for everyone.
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Read the excerpt from Roosevelt's State of the Union address and the poster below it.Fortunately, there are only a few Americans who place appetite above patriotism. The overwhelming majority realize that the food we send abroad is for essential military purposes, for our own and Allied fighting forces, and for necessary help in areas that we occupy.Both the speech and the poster convey the importance of
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conserving resources at home so troops can have more.<br><b>Explanation:</b> food conservation during wartime. Roosevelt is urging Americans to be patriotic and to not waste food, as it is needed for the war effort. The poster shows a mother and child looking sad and malnourished, with the caption Don't Waste Food - Save It For The Boys Overseas. This is a powerful image that speaks to the heart of the matter, and it is effective in conveying the message that food conservation is important.
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Read the excerpt from Roosevelt's State of the Union address.Fortunately, there are only a few Americans who place appetite above patriotism. The overwhelming majority realize that the food we send abroad is for essential military purposes, for our own and Allied fighting forces, and for necessary help in areas that we occupy.How does the phrase appetite above patriotism help Roosevelt achieve his purpose?
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It inspires sacrifice by suggesting that making a sacrifice is an act of patriotism.<br><b>Explanation:</b> The phrase appetite above patriotism is used to contrast the Americans who prioritize their own hunger over the needs of their country. Roosevelt is trying to appeal to the majority of Americans who understand that the food sent abroad is for a good cause. He is hoping to convince those who are undecided or skeptical about the war effort that helping other countries is the patriotic thing to do.
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Which purpose might a political persuasive speech serve?
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to convince the public to support an idea<br><b>Explanation:</b> A political persuasive speech might serve the purpose of convincing the audience to vote for a particular candidate.
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Read the excerpt from Roosevelt's State of the Union address and the poster below it.As spokesmen for the United States Government, you and I take off our hats to those responsible for our American production—to the owners, managers, and supervisors, to the draftsmen and the engineers, and to the workers—men and women—in factories and arsenals and shipyards and mines and mills and forests—and railroads and on highways.Which is a difference that arises as a result of the different ways in which the speech and the poster convey their intended messages?
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The poster's images feature the male factory workers more prominently and almost hides the female worker in the background, while the speech specifically acknowledges both male and female workers equally.<br><b>Explanation:</b> The speech is intended to be a rallying cry for Americans to work together to support the war effort, while the poster is intended to be a more light-hearted call to Americans to do their part.
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Look at the poster.The keyword tyranny in this poster is primarily used to
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inspire viewers to support the war effort by portraying the enemy as a cruel and unfair political force.<br><b>Explanation:</b> describe theThe keyword tyranny in this poster is primarily used to describe the oppression and injustice that the people of Sudan have faced for many years. The poster also highlights the strength and resilience of the Sudanese people, who have continued to fight for their freedom despite the tyranny they have faced.
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What are President Roosevelt's primary purposes in his State of the Union address? Check all that apply.to convince the public to support an ideato showcase his strong speaking skillsto encourage the public to uniteto generate votes for the next electionto motivate the public to take action
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to convince the public to support an ideato encourage the public to uniteto motivate the public to take action<br><b>Explanation:</b> President Roosevelt's primary purposes in his State of the Union address are to convince the public to support an idea, to encourage the public to unite, and to motivate the public to take action.
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Read the excerpt from President Roosevelt's State of the Union address.I cannot prophesy. I cannot tell you when or where the United Nations are going to strike next in Europe. But we are going to strike—and strike hard.The primary purpose behind Roosevelt's words in this excerpt is to
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C. convince the public of America's strength.<br><b>Explanation:</b> In this excerpt, President Roosevelt is telling the American people that the United States will be joining the fight against Germany in World War II. He is trying to rally support for the war effort and to get people to understand that the United States will be a major player in the conflict.
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Read the excerpt from Roosevelt's State of the Union address and the poster below it.As spokesmen for the United States Government, you and I take off our hats to those responsible for our American production—to the owners, managers, and supervisors, to the draftsmen and the engineers, and to the workers—men and women—in factories and arsenals and shipyards and mines and mills and forests—and railroads and on highways.The speech connects factory work to the war by thanking workers in various American industries, whereas the poster relies heavily on
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B. diction and images to convey this connection.<br><b>Explanation:</b> symbols such as the American flag and the image of a soldier to connect factory work to the war. Roosevelt's speech is more effective in connecting factory work to the war because he uses concrete examples of workers in different industries to illustrate how they contribute to the war effort, whereas the poster only uses symbols that may not be as effective in conveying how factory work is connected to the war.
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Read the excerpt from Roosevelt's State of the Union address and the poster below it.As spokesmen for the United States Government, you and I take off our hats to those responsible for our American production—to the owners, managers, and supervisors, to the draftsmen and the engineers, and to the workers—men and women—in factories and arsenals and shipyards and mines and mills and forests—and railroads and on highways.What is a similarity between the speech and the poster?
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C. Both relay the importance of American industries in the war effort.<br><b>Explanation:</b> Both the speech and the poster emphasize the importance of workers in American production. Roosevelt's speech specifically mentions factory workers, railroad workers, and highway workers, while the poster features workers from a variety of industries, including mining, farming, and manufacturing. Both the speech and the poster emphasize the hard work of American workers and their contribution to the country's success.
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Read the excerpt from President Roosevelt's State of the Union address.I cannot prophesy. I cannot tell you when or where the United Nations are going to strike next in Europe. But we are going to strike—and strike hard. . . .Of course, there have been disturbances and inconveniences—and even hardships. And there will be many, many more before we finally win. Yes, 1943 will not be an easy year for us on the home front. We shall feel in many ways in our daily lives the sharp pinch of total war.The repeated use of the word __________ reinforces the strength and power of the United Nations.
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Strike<br><b>Explanation:</b> The repeated use of the word strike reinforces the strength and power of the United Nations.
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Read the excerpt from Roosevelt's State of the Union address and the poster below it.Fortunately, there are only a few Americans who place appetite above patriotism. The overwhelming majority realize that the food we send abroad is for essential military purposes, for our own and Allied fighting forces, and for necessary help in areas that we occupy.Which is a difference between the speech and the poster?
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C. The poster directly reminds civilians how they can contribute to the war effort, but the speech does not.<br><b>Explanation:</b> The speech talks about the few Americans who place appetite above patriotism, while the poster implies that all Americans are patriotic.
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Read the excerpt from Roosevelt's State of the Union address and the poster below it.Fortunately, there are only a few Americans who place appetite above patriotism. The overwhelming majority realize that the food we send abroad is for essential military purposes, for our own and Allied fighting forces, and for necessary help in areas that we occupy.Both the speech and the poster convey the importance of
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A. conserving resources at home so troops can have more.<br><b>Explanation:</b> food conservation during World War II. The speech is urging Americans to conserve food so that it can be sent to Allied fighting forces and to areas that the United States occupies. The poster is urging Americans to grow their own food so that more food can be sent to the Allied fighting forces.
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Look at the poster.What is the effect of the rhetorical language that appears in this poster?
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B. Early stopping will make a late victory stresses the idea that having lower levels of production means it will take longer to win the war.<br><b>Explanation:</b> The effect of the rhetorical language in this poster is to create an emotional appeal to the audience. The words we're all in this together create a sense of unity and togetherness, while the word fight suggests that there is a common enemy that needs to be defeated. This language is designed to encourage people to support the cause, and it is likely to be effective in motivating people to take action.
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Look at the poster.During World War II, the WAVES (Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service) program was created. Based on the image and the rhetorical language used, this poster was designed to
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B. encourage women to join the armed forces.<br><b>Explanation:</b> persuade women to join the WAVES.The WAVES were created during World War II as a way to get more women involved in the war effort. This poster was designed to persuade women to join the WAVES by using rhetoric to appeal to their patriotic and duty-driven nature. The language used in the poster, such as your country needs you and serve your country in its hour of need, is designed to make women feel like it is their patriotic duty to join the WAVES and help with the war effort. The image of the woman in the uniform also serves as a way to show women what they could be if they joined the WAVES. Overall, this poster was designed to appeal to women's sense of duty and patriotism in order to get them to join the WAVES.
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The contrast of the white print on the red background is most designed to ______.
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Capture Attention<br><b>Explanation:</b> The contrast of the white print on the red background is most designed to attract attention. The color red is known to be a very attention-grabbing color, so using it as the background for some white text is a good way to ensure that people will notice and read the text.
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Read the excerpt from Roosevelt's State of the Union address.We must appraise the events of 1942 according to their relative importance; we must exercise a sense of proportion.How does repetition of the phrase we must help Roosevelt achieve his purpose?
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It encourages the public to act with a united front.<br><b>Explanation:</b>The contrast of the white print on the red background is most designed to attract attention. The color red is known to be a very attention-grabbing color, so using it as the background for some white text is a good way to ensure that people will notice and read the text.
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Read the excerpt from Roosevelt's State of the Union address and the poster below it.Fortunately, there are only a few Americans who place appetite above patriotism. The overwhelming majority realize that the food we send abroad is for essential military purposes, for our own and Allied fighting forces, and for necessary help in areas that we occupy.Both the speech and the poster use
answer
diction to convey their message.<br><b>Explanation:</b> the metaphor of food to talk about the war effort. The speech is talking about how the food we send to other countries is essential to the war effort, and the poster is talking about how people need to ration their food so that there is enough for everyone.
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Read the excerpt from Roosevelt's State of the Union address and the poster below it.Fortunately, there are only a few Americans who place appetite above patriotism. The overwhelming majority realize that the food we send abroad is for essential military purposes, for our own and Allied fighting forces, and for necessary help in areas that we occupy.Both the speech and the poster convey the importance of
answer
conserving resources at home so troops can have more.<br><b>Explanation:</b> food conservation during wartime. Roosevelt is urging Americans to be patriotic and to not waste food, as it is needed for the war effort. The poster shows a mother and child looking sad and malnourished, with the caption Don't Waste Food - Save It For The Boys Overseas. This is a powerful image that speaks to the heart of the matter, and it is effective in conveying the message that food conservation is important.
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Read the excerpt from Roosevelt's State of the Union address.Fortunately, there are only a few Americans who place appetite above patriotism. The overwhelming majority realize that the food we send abroad is for essential military purposes, for our own and Allied fighting forces, and for necessary help in areas that we occupy.How does the phrase appetite above patriotism help Roosevelt achieve his purpose?
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It inspires sacrifice by suggesting that making a sacrifice is an act of patriotism.<br><b>Explanation:</b> The phrase appetite above patriotism is used to contrast the Americans who prioritize their own hunger over the needs of their country. Roosevelt is trying to appeal to the majority of Americans who understand that the food sent abroad is for a good cause. He is hoping to convince those who are undecided or skeptical about the war effort that helping other countries is the patriotic thing to do.
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Which purpose might a political persuasive speech serve?
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to convince the public to support an idea<br><b>Explanation:</b> A political persuasive speech might serve the purpose of convincing the audience to vote for a particular candidate.
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Read the excerpt from Roosevelt's State of the Union address and the poster below it.As spokesmen for the United States Government, you and I take off our hats to those responsible for our American production—to the owners, managers, and supervisors, to the draftsmen and the engineers, and to the workers—men and women—in factories and arsenals and shipyards and mines and mills and forests—and railroads and on highways.Which is a difference that arises as a result of the different ways in which the speech and the poster convey their intended messages?
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The poster's images feature the male factory workers more prominently and almost hides the female worker in the background, while the speech specifically acknowledges both male and female workers equally.<br><b>Explanation:</b> The speech is intended to be a rallying cry for Americans to work together to support the war effort, while the poster is intended to be a more light-hearted call to Americans to do their part.
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Look at the poster.The keyword tyranny in this poster is primarily used to
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inspire viewers to support the war effort by portraying the enemy as a cruel and unfair political force.<br><b>Explanation:</b> describe theThe keyword tyranny in this poster is primarily used to describe the oppression and injustice that the people of Sudan have faced for many years. The poster also highlights the strength and resilience of the Sudanese people, who have continued to fight for their freedom despite the tyranny they have faced.