ROOSEVELT PROMISES AID TO ALLIES

President Roosevelt addresses the American people, emphasizing the need to support the Allies and strengthen national defenses in response to global threats. He highlights the evolving nature of warfare and the importance of adapting to new methods of attack, such as espionage and sabotage. Roosevelt warns of the dangers posed by the fifth column and similar threats, which are also recognized in Canada.

What was President Roosevelt's primary message to the American people regarding the Allies?

• To focus on domestic issues

• To form a new alliance with other nations

• To provide aid to the Allies

• To remain neutral in the conflict

According to Roosevelt, why is it important to build up armed defenses?

• To prepare for future changes in warfare

• To show military strength to other nations

• To reduce military spending

• To create more jobs in the defense sector

What does Roosevelt identify as a new method of attack that threatens national security?

• The Trojan horse and fifth column

• Biological warfare

• Cyber attacks

• Nuclear weapons

How does Roosevelt describe the forces that betray a nation?

• As unavoidable challenges

• As minor threats

• As undiluted poison

• As necessary evils

Which country, besides the United States, is mentioned as taking the fifth column menace seriously?

• Mexico

• United Kingdom

• Australia

• Canada