Read Franklin Roosevelt's request for a declaration of war.

What are the main purposes of this speech? Select two options.

A. to issue a threat to the country of Japan

B. to explain why military action is necessary

C. to propose alternatives for a next course of action

D. to rally the support of the American people for war

E. to show differences between the US and Japan

1 answer

The main purposes of Franklin Roosevelt's request for a declaration of war are:

B. to explain why military action is necessary

D. to rally the support of the American people for war