Read the following excerpts from two speeches given by President Roosevelt after the attack on Pearl Harbor. The first excerpt is from an address to Congress. The second is from a speech to the American public."Pearl Harbor Address to the Nation":It will be recorded that the distance of Hawaii from Japan makes it obvious that the attack was deliberately planned many days or even weeks ago. During the intervening time, the Japanese government has deliberately sought to deceive the United States by false statements and expressions of hope for continued peace."Fireside Chat 19: On the War with Japan":Powerful and resourceful gangsters have banded together to make war upon the whole human race. Their challenge has now been flung at the United States of America. The Japanese have treacherously violated the long-standing peace between us. Many American soldiers and sailors have been killed by enemy action. American ships have been sunk; American airplanes have been destroyed.Which statement most accurately describes a major difference in emphasis between the two speeches?A.The speech to Congress appeals to the audience's emotions.B.The speech to Congress draws historical parallels to other events.C.The speech to Congress emphasizes how nonviolent solutions have failed.D.The speech to Congress underscores the dishonesty of Japan's government.SUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

Question 7 of 16Read this passage from Franklin Delano Roosevelt's address to the nation after the attack on Pearl Harbor:Indeed, one hour after Japanese air squadrons had commenced bombing in the American island of Oahu, the Japanese ambassador to the United States and his colleague delivered to our Secretary of State a formal reply to a recent American message. And while this reply stated that it seemed useless to continue the existing diplomatic negotiations, it contained no threat or hint of war or of armed attack.Which statement is the best example of an implicit idea from this passage?A.Japan was dishonest in its dealings with the United States.B.Japan and the United States tried to find a peaceful resolution.C.Japanese air squadrons bombed the island of Oahu.D.Japan had previously warned of an attack on U.S. soil.SUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

Question 1 of 5According to Roosevelt in his "Fireside Chat #19," what were the effects of Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor?A.Few Japanese aircrafts and ships were damaged during the counterattack.B.American military hospitals in Hawaii were completely destroyed.C.Many American warplanes were destroyed.D.Japanese pilots were shot down and could be hiding on the islands.SUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

What was Japan’s goal in attacking Pearl Harbor?

Read the following excerpt from President Roosevelt's speech to Congress after the attack on Pearl Harbor:No matter how long it may take us to overcome this premeditated invasion, the American people in their righteous might will win through to absolute victory.I believe I interpret the will of the Congress and of the people when I assert that we will not only defend ourselves to the uttermost, but will make very certain that this form of treachery shall never endanger us again.Hostilities exist. There is no blinking at the fact that our people, our territory and our interests are in grave danger.With confidence in our armed forces, with the unbounding determination of our people, we will gain the inevitable triumph — so help us God.Which of the following is a point of view most likely shared by Roosevelt?A.Americans need to be reassured that they will triumph.B.There is a large amount of opposition to the idea of war.C.Americans are confident that they are not in danger.D.The Japanese are likely to win the war with the United States.SUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

Identify which of the following statements correctly describe the reasons for the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. 1. When Japan attacked, the U.S. State Department was working feverishly to arrive at a peaceful settlement with Tojo's government. 2. The United States froze Japanese assets and established a trade embargo, which restricted Japan's access to essential resources.3. The United States became worried about Japan's intentions when it allied with China in September 1940. 4. When militants took over the Japanese government in October 1941, it became clear where things were headed. 5. General Tojo's more moderate approach gave the United States hope for a peaceful resolution. 6. The desperate need for fuel played a key role in Tojo's decision to carry out the attack.