Question

Use the excerpt from President John F. Kennedy’s 1961 inauguration speech to answer the question.

President Kennedy employs repetition in this excerpt for what purpose?

(1 point)
Responses

to deliver a call of action to his audience
to deliver a call of action to his audience

to stress the importance of the moment
to stress the importance of the moment

to persuade his audience to accept his position
to persuade his audience to accept his position

to create unity among all of his listeners

Answer 1

to deliver a call of action to his audience

Explanation: Kennedy repeats imperative phrases ("we shall...," "ask not...") to create emphasis and rhythm that urges listeners to act and accept responsibilities, making his speech a direct call to action.