Asked by kylee


Read the paragraph.

This is a day of national consecration. And I am certain that on this day my fellow Americans expect that on my induction into the Presidency, I will address them with a candor and a decision which the present situation of our people impels.

What is the most likely reason Franklin D. Roosevelt chose to begin the Inaugural Address this way?

A.to emphasize the day's religious significance
B.to introduce his address using a positive tone
C.to avoid being accused of behaving dishonestly
D.to acknowledge the nation's present circumstances
c?
Answered by Writeacher
I see no negatives in the passage. I do see negatives in C.

Please re-think.
Answered by kylee
D? because I would not consider a positive tone more or so neutral and I don't necessarily say it is about religion
Answered by Josh
write teacher just tell her the answer instead of saying its wrong
Answered by Bruh
D is the correct answer.