Question

Read the following excerpt from Barack Obama's Victory Speech in 2012.

"But despite all our differences, most of us share certain hopes for America's future. We want our kids to grow up in a country where they have access to the best schools and the best teachers — a country that lives up to its legacy as the global leader in technology and discovery and innovation, with all the good jobs and new businesses that follow.

We want our children to live in an America that isn't burdened by debt; that isn't weakened by inequality; that isn't threatened by the destructive power of a warming planet.

We want to pass on a country that's safe and respected and admired around the world; a nation that is defended by the strongest military on Earth and the best troops this world has ever known — but also a country that moves with confidence beyond this time of war to shape a peace that is built on the promise of freedom and dignity for every human being.

We believe in a generous America; in a compassionate America; in a tolerant America, open to the dreams of an immigrant's daughter who studies in our schools and pledges to our flag. To the young boy on the South Side of Chicago who sees a life beyond the nearest street corner. To the furniture worker's child in North Carolina who wants to become a doctor or a scientist, an engineer or entrepreneur, a diplomat or even a President. That's the future we hope for. That's the vision we share. That's where we need to go. Forward. That's where we need to go."


Which statement BEST reflects how both Obama's Keynote Speech in 2004 and his Victory Speech in 2012 address the concept of a better future that impacts the "everyday American"?

Both passages specifically state the need for America to work harder for the sake of its citizens.


Both passages include specific examples of American citizens and their aspirations.


Both passages call for action on the part of all Americans from all regions of the country.


Both passages include references to the improvement of education for the sake of America's youth.

Answer 1

Both passages include specific examples of American citizens and their aspirations.

Explanation: Obama's 2012 victory speech names everyday people (an immigrant's daughter, a boy on the South Side, a furniture worker's child) to illustrate the future he wants. His 2004 keynote similarly uses anecdotes about ordinary Americans and their hopes to make the same point about a better future.