B. It discusses Hoover's view of the role and responsibility of the government in curbing the Depression.
In this passage, Hoover emphasizes the importance of government stimulation of social and economic responsibility in light of revolutionary inventions. This reflects his belief in the need for government intervention to help soften the effects of economic turmoil and secure social transformations in an orderly manner. By discussing the role and responsibility of the government in this way, Hoover is attempting to convey his strategies and plans for addressing the issues facing the nation during the Great Depression.
Read the following excerpt from Hoover's 1932 State of the Union address:
With the free development of science and the consequent multitude of inventions, some of which are absolutely revolutionary in our national life, the Government must not only stimulate the social and economic responsibility of individuals and private institutions but it must also give leadership to cooperative action amongst the people which will soften the effect of these revolutions and thus secure social transformations in an orderly manner. The highest form of self-government is the voluntary cooperation within our people for such purposes.
How does this passage help Hoover accomplish his purpose in this speech?
A. It illustrates that America is no different than other countries in economic peril.
B. It discusses Hoover's view of the role and responsibility of the government in curbing the Depression.
C. It helps listeners realize that they are too divided against each other in this difficult time.
D. It uses a pessimistic tone to make his listeners feel bad and work harder to find jobs.
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