The following is the speech that President John F Kennedy made on the day he was sworn into office as President of the United States. Every time a new President takes office, he makes a speech that is meant to set the tone and lay out goals for the upcoming term in office.

Question

Read the line from the inaugural address.
And so, my fellow Americans: ask not what your country can do for you ask what you can do for your country.
This is one of the most famous lines from John F. Kennedy's Inaugural Address. How does it add to the development of the text?
• A his fellow chizens
It emphasizes the entire speech by stating Kennedy is wiling to give up everything to help
• B. It distracts from the rest of the text by explaining that the country is in dire need of help.
It chugges the subject of the text toward the audience by asking citizens to contribute to
C the public good and inspire civic action.
it concludes the text by restating that the United States cannot give assistance to its
• D citizens.

Answer 1

The line "And so, my fellow Americans: ask not what your country can do for you — ask what you can do for your country" serves to C. shift the subject of the text toward the audience by asking citizens to contribute to the public good and inspire civic action.

This line emphasizes the importance of individual responsibility and civic engagement, encouraging citizens to take an active role in the betterment of society rather than simply expecting government support. It captures the spirit of public service and collective action that Kennedy sought to promote during his presidency.

Answer 2

Is
It changes the subject of the text toward the audience by asking citizens to contribute to
the public good and inspire civic action.
The answer

Answer 3

Yes, that is correct. The line "ask not what your country can do for you — ask what you can do for your country" does indeed change the focus of the speech toward the audience. It encourages citizens to think about their own roles and responsibilities in contributing to the public good and inspires civic action. This sentiment aligns with the idea that active participation and selflessness are vital for the nation's progress and unity. So, the answer is C.

Answer 4

Which detail from the text best supports the inference that Kennedy sought an alliance between
Nations.
And yet the same revolutionary beliefs for which our forebears fought are still at issue
A. around the globe-the belief that the rights of man come not from the generosity of the state, but from the hand of God.
Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear
B. any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe, in order to assure the survival and the success of liberty.
c 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.

Answer 5

The detail that best supports the inference that Kennedy sought an alliance between nations is:

D. 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.

This line directly emphasizes the idea of global cooperation and collaboration among nations to promote freedom, highlighting Kennedy's call for an alliance and joint effort to achieve common goals.

Answer 6

The following question has two parts. First, answer part A. Then, answer part B.
Part A:
Which statement best summarizes the central idea included in the speech?
President Kennedy would like to solve the problems of world poverty, war, and class
A. division during his term in office so that his political party can take the credit.
a President Kennedy would like all Americans to think about positve ways they can
contribute to the country's goals of peace, strength, and concern with humanity,
President Kennedy would like to present a country of strength that is not afraid to back
c. down to conflict, is willing to enter a nuclear war if need be, and is willing to take over smaller countries if they threaten the United States.
And so, my fellow Americans: ask not what your country can do for you-ask what you can do for your country.
• D. 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

Answer 7

Part A: The statement that best summarizes the central idea included in the speech is:

B. President Kennedy would like all Americans to think about positive ways they can contribute to the country's goals of peace, strength, and concern with humanity.

This statement encapsulates the core message of Kennedy's speech, which emphasizes civic responsibility and collective action in addressing national and global challenges.

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Part B: If you have a specific question for Part B, please provide it, and I'll be happy to help!

Answer 8

Sorry on that question D was
President Kennedy would like to present a new America- one that forgets the past and
• D. looks to the future generations and how they can make the United States more productive and economically successful.

Answer 9

Thank you for the clarification. Given the revised Part D option, the best summary of the central idea included in the speech would still be:

B. President Kennedy would like all Americans to think about positive ways they can contribute to the country's goals of peace, strength, and concern with humanity.

The reason for this choice is that it captures the overall spirit of Kennedy’s address, focusing on civic duty and encouraging active participation in improving the nation and the world.

If you have further questions or need assistance with Part B, feel free to ask!

Answer 10

Now part b
Which detail from the speech best supports your answer from part A?
Let the word go forth from this time and place, to friend and foe a like, that the torch has
• A. been passed to a new generation of Americans-born in this century, tempered by war, disciplined by a hard and bitter peace...
We dare not tempt them with weakness. For only when our arms are sufficient beyond
• B. doubt can we be certain beyond doubt that they will never be employed.
In the long history of the world, only a few generations have been granted the role of
• c. defending freedom in its hour of maximum danger. I do not shrink from this responsibility -I welcome it.
And so, my fellow Americans: ask not what your country can do for you ask what you can do for your country.
D. 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.

Answer 11

The detail from the speech that best supports the answer from Part A (that President Kennedy would like all Americans to think about positive ways they can contribute to the country's goals of peace, strength, and concern with humanity) is:

D. 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.

This statement emphasizes collective effort and shared responsibility, aligning perfectly with the idea of contributing positively to both national and global goals. It encourages listeners to think about their roles in achieving a better future, which is central to Kennedy's message.