Question

We dare not forget today that we are the heirs of that first revolution. 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.

Use the passage to answer the question.

What goal might Kennedy have in paragraph 3 when he refers to “the torch” that “has been passed to a new generation of Americans”?

(1 point)
Responses

He wants the metaphor of carrying a torch to show how devoted Americans are to the idea of liberty.
He wants the metaphor of carrying a torch to show how devoted Americans are to the idea of liberty.

He wants the metaphor of carrying a torch to bring attention to the energy crisis of the time.
He wants the metaphor of carrying a torch to bring attention to the energy crisis of the time.

He wants someone to turn on more lights because the sun is setting.
He wants someone to turn on more lights because the sun is setting.

He wants his audience to remember a time before electricity existed so they will be grateful for it now.

Answer 1

He wants the metaphor of carrying a torch to show how devoted Americans are to the idea of liberty.