USA HISTORY

CONTEMPORARY AMERICA (1992 2013)

PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA

[SOURCES]
Barack Obama included the quote in paragraph 1 most likely to ____

(A) Highlight his accomlishments

(B) emphasize why America is the great nation it is today

(C) explain why the American people should vote for him

(D) ** illustrate the main idea in his speech to follow

EXPLANATIONS BELOW

Concept note-1: -Obama addressed the subjects of racial tensions, white privilege, and race and inequality in the United States, discussing black “anger", white “resentment", and other issues as he sought to explain and contextualize Wright’s controversial comments.

Concept note-2: -This is our time, to put our people back to work and open doors of opportunity for our kids; to restore prosperity and promote the cause of peace; to reclaim the American dream and reaffirm that fundamental truth, that, out of many, we are one; that while we breathe, we hope.

Concept note-3: -Favreau was hired as Obama’s speechwriter shortly after Obama’s election to the United States Senate. Obama and Favreau grew close, and Obama referred to him as his “mind reader". He went on the campaign trail with Obama during his successful presidential election campaign.

Concept note-4: -“Yes, we can” is a popular repetition in President Obama’s speeches. This phrase shows his political power and strong authority to address the weakened era of the US to inspire and motivate citizens towards progress and prosperity.