Question

Inaugural Address of
John F. Kennedy"
by President John F. Kennedy
And so, my fellow Americans: ask not what your
country can do for you—ask what you can do for your
country.
My fellow citizens of the world: ask not what America
will do for you, but what together we can do for the
freedom of man.
Finally, whether you are citizens of America or citizens
of the world, ask of us here the same high standards of
strength and sacrifice which we ask of you. With a good
conscience our only sure reward, with history the final
judge of our deeds, let us go forth to lead the land we
love, asking His blessing and His help, but knowing that
here on earth God’s work must truly be our own.
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum
A)
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)
to persuade his audience to accept his
position
to create unity among all of his listeners
to stress the importance of the moment
to deliver a call of action to his audience

Answer 1

to deliver a call of action to his audience

Kennedy’s repeated “ask not…” lines urge listeners to change their behavior and contribute actively, making it a direct call to civic and collective action.