Question

What is Kennedy's main purpose in the speech?

A.
to explain the clash of United States and Soviet nuclear interests

B.
to argue for a more complete test ban treaty in the future

C.
to provide information about nuclear arms and attempts to limit them

D.
to persuade the audience that even a limited test ban treaty is a success

Answer 1

D

Kennedy emphasizes the Partial Test Ban Treaty as a real achievement — acknowledging its limits but arguing it’s a valuable, successful step toward reducing nuclear danger and advancing peace.