C. to remind men of their civic obligations
Read the following excerpt. It is adapted from a 1883 speech by Theodore Roosevelt, then a member of the New York State assembly.
What I wish to talk of is the attitude of the American citizen in civic life. It ought to be fundamental in this country that every man must devote a reasonable share of his time to doing his duty in the Political life of the community.
Based on the excerpt, what is the purpose of Theodore Roosevelt's speech?
A. to encourage men to pursue business and law
B. to convince men to run for political office
C. to remind men of their civic obligations
D. to congratulate men on being good citizens
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