President Roosevelt gave his Four Freedoms speech in 1941 as his State of the Union address, asking Congress and the American people to support
those fighting Hitler and his allies. Read the following excerpt:
During sixteen long months this assault has blotted out the
whole pattern of democratic life in an appalling number of
independent nations, great and small. The assailants are
still on the march, threatening other nations, great and
small.
How does this excerpt develop the theme that the United States should get
involved in World War II?
A. It points out that many people are opposed to dictators.
B. It explains that there are still assaults on freedom.
C. It explains that war is the only way to solve problems with oth
countries.
D. It argues that every country must practice democratic principles.