Delineating an Argument in a Historical Speech Answers

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How does the evidence in the passage support Roosevelt’s claim that the UDHR should be passed without delay?

By mentioning the rejection of an identical proposal, Roosevelt indicates why a delay is not needed.

By showing that there was a similar proposal earlier, Roosevelt proves that a delay is definitely needed.

By declaring that the UDHR required hard work and effort, Roosevelt thoroughly supports the Soviet proposal.

By stating that the Soviet proposal requires no comment, Roosevelt proves that the UDHR is a faulty document.

Which statement best summarizes Roosevelt's reason to reject the Soviet proposal?

It would introduce new elements into the UDHR that do not appear elsewhere.

It would create an excellent definition of discrimination, but not all would agree on it.

It would convert the UDHR from a document of principles to one of obligations.

It is just a restatement of state obligation that the Soviets keep introducing to the UDHR.

Which statement best explains how the evidence supports the reason to reject the Soviet proposal?

The Soviet proposal refers to the issue of discrimination.

The Soviet proposal has been repeated, and is unnecessary.

The Soviet proposal would weaken the comprehensive principles in article 2.

The Soviet proposal introduces state obligation, which would change the UDHR.

Which statement best describes how Roosevelt unfolds reasons and evidence in the passage?

The text begins with a claim, states a reason, and ends with evidence.

The text begins with evidence, states a reason, and gives further evidence.

The text begins with a counterclaim, gives evidence, and refutes it with a reason.

The text begins with a reason the proposal is flawed, gives evidence, and then gives a second reason.

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How is the contrast created by word choice effective in persuading Roosevelt’s audience? Check all that apply.

It promises a higher standard of life for all humankind.

It stresses the horrors experienced during the fighting of World War II.

It compares differing opinions with the common desire for peace and freedom.

It emphasizes that the delegates were able to find common values despite differences.

It shows the delegates that there are many issues for debate, but compromise occurred.

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