Analyzing US World War II Political Messages — Quiz
Question 8 • English Language Arts 11
Read the excerpt from Roosevelt’s State of the Union address. We take off our hats to the farmers who have faced an unprecedented task of feeding not only a great Nation but a great part of the world. What is the effect of repeating the word great in this excerpt?
Answer
A
It suggests that feeding troops is a hopeless cause.
B
It illustrates how many nations are actually fighting in the war.
C
It shows what a huge burden has been placed on farmers.
D
It stresses a positive idea and invigorates the audience.