Question

The text below is is from a speech given by President Franklin Roosevelt about European events in 1937:
"It seems to be unfortunately true that the epidemic of world lawlessness is spreading. When an epidemic of physical disease starts to spread, the community approves and joins in quarantine of the patients in order to protect the health of the community against the spread of the disease."

Which explains why the majority of Americans opposed Roosevelt's speech?

Answer 1

A. Roosevelt discouraged US involvement in the European conflict despite calls from former allies to become involved.

B. Roosevelt argued in defense of fascist leaders in Europe, which angered citizens who believed in democratic principles.

C. Roosevelt encouraged the US government to remain neutral despite the rise of dictatorship in Europe.

D. Roosevelt promoted US intervention in the European conflict, which went against mainstream support of US isolationism.

Answer 2

I think it's A.

Answer 3

Well, did Roosevelt support or oppose US involvement? The answer to that will slim down the choices.

Answer 4

I don't know if he supported or opposed it.

Answer 5

I think opposed?

Answer 6

@DrewBooks

Answer 7

Wait he supported the US involvement.

Answer 8

idk lol

Answer 9

You're right, he supported involvement. One problem he had as president was convincing the public to agree with him. He didn't necessarily want war, but he knew that the US would have to get involved.

Answer 10

So it's D?

Answer 11

It is.

Answer 12

Thank you so much!

Answer 13

My pleasure. Cheers.