Quiz on 'Day of Infamy Speech' and Executive Order 9066

Analyze the emotional tone of President Franklin D. Roosevelt's 'Day of Infamy' speech. Which of the following best describes the tone?

• Indifferent and detached

• Solemn and resolute

• Joyful and celebratory

• Humorous and sarcastic

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Identify the primary purpose of Executive Order 9066. What was the main intention behind its issuance?

• To promote economic growth

• To ensure national security

• To encourage immigration

• To establish new trade policies

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CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

Compare the historical contexts of the 'Day of Infamy' speech and Executive Order 9066. Which of the following statements is true about both?

• Both were responses to economic crises.

• Both were issued during peacetime.

• Both were reactions to events during World War II.

• Both were aimed at improving diplomatic relations.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

Evaluate the persuasive techniques used in the 'Day of Infamy' speech. Which technique is most prominently used by Roosevelt?

• Appeal to authority

• Emotional appeal

• Logical reasoning

• Use of statistics

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Interpret the figurative language in the phrase 'a date which will live in infamy' from Roosevelt's speech. What does this phrase suggest?

• The date will be forgotten quickly.

• The date will be celebrated annually.

• The date will be remembered negatively.

• The date will be a source of pride.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Discuss the ethical implications of Executive Order 9066. Which of the following best describes a major ethical concern?

• It promoted cultural diversity.

• It restricted freedom based on ethnicity.

• It improved international relations.

• It increased economic opportunities.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Analyze the emotional tone conveyed in Executive Order 9066. Which of the following best describes the tone?

• Optimistic and hopeful

• Neutral and bureaucratic

• Angry and vengeful

• Excited and enthusiastic

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Identify the author's purpose in the 'Day of Infamy' speech. What was Roosevelt's main goal?

• To declare war on Germany

• To inform the public about a natural disaster

• To rally the nation for war against Japan

• To announce a peace treaty

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

Compare the emotional impact of the 'Day of Infamy' speech and Executive Order 9066 on the American public. Which statement is accurate?

• Both were met with widespread joy.

• Both were largely ignored by the public.

• The speech inspired unity, while the order caused fear.

• The speech caused fear, while the order inspired unity.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

Evaluate the effectiveness of the 'Day of Infamy' speech in persuading Congress to declare war. Which factor contributed most to its success?

• Use of complex vocabulary

• Length of the speech

• Emotional appeal and clarity

• Inclusion of statistical data

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3