Thursday, November 05, 2009

Blue Class Kennedy's Inaugural Address


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At 7:10 PM, Anonymous ER & NR blue said...

1. The sentence that best illustrated parallel structure is "we observe today not a victory of party, but a celebration of freedom..." - it explains that it signifies and end as well as a beginning, and also a renewal as well as a change.
2. The idea that "the belief that the rights of man come not from the generosity of the state, but from the hand of God." alludes to the idea in the Declaration of Independence because it refers to the unalienable rights.
3. "The torch has been passed to a new generation of Americans" - this means that the people are expected to live up to the ideal American way of life that has been set by previous generations.
4. To old allies he pledges loyalty of faithful friends, to the New states he pledges our word that one format of colonial control shall not have passes away merely to be replaced by a far more iron tyranny, to those people in huts and villages of half the globe he plesges our best efforts to help then help themselves for whatever period required, to our sister republics south of our border, he pledges to convert our good words into good deeds and to assist in casting off the chains of poverty, to the soverign states (United Nations) he pledges support, and to those nations who would make themselves our adversary, he requests that both sides begin the quest for peace.
5. "Let us never negotiate out of fear, but let us never fear to negotiate"
6. "If a free society cannot help the many who are poor, it cannot save the few who are rich"
7. "the command of Isaish- to 'undo the heavy burdens, and to let the opposed go free'"
8. "The trumpet summons us again" - personification gives the trumpet the power to call a war
9. The rhetorical device used is pathos
10. "...and the glow from that fire can truely light the world." It compares the glow to the energy, the faith, and the deovtion.
11. It means don't depend of everyone, you have to help out to make things work.
12. Line 22 is the favorite because it is the most famous and holds such a meaning in one short sentence.

 
At 4:55 PM, Anonymous Emily Betley, Laura Cooney, Rebecca Gedd said...

1. "-- symbolizing an end as well as a beginning -- signifying renewal as well as change. They are parallel because they have the same structure.

2. "..belief that the rights of man come not from the generosity of the state, but from the hand of God." This means that rights should not be taken away from people because they are the rights that God gave us and He decides what we are able to do, not the people on this earth.

3. "heirs of the first revolution" means that the responsibilities have been passed down to us

4. old allies=loyalty of faithful friend
new states=word that one form of conolial control shall not have passed away merely to be replaced by a fare more iron tyranny
people in huts and villages struggling=best efforts to belp them help themselves
sister republics to south=convert good words into good deeds
sovereign states=support to strengthen it
adversaries=request that both sides have a quest for peace

5. "let us never negotiate out of fear, but let us never fear to negotiate"

6. "if a free society cannot help the many who are poor, it can not save the few who are rich"

7. "..the command of isaiah, to undo the heavy burdens and let the oppressed go free"

8. "how the trumpet summons us again"

9. rhetorical questions

10. "and the glow from that fire can truly light the world" means that we can change the world by inspiration

11. "ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country." which means help your country over yourself. A bunch of people just concerned with themselves will cause the falling of our country

12. "and so my fellow americans, ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country." this is because kennedy is focussing on making the country better and working as a whole, rather than individuals waiting for america make them better

 
At 5:27 PM, Anonymous HO BLUe said...

1. Parallel structures in par. 2 are the sentences: “not a victory of party but a celebration of freedom” and “signifying renewal as well as change”. Both of those sentences are saying the same thing but in a different way. A party and a celebration state the same thing as well as a renewal and a change.

2. The idea in par. 3 that alludes to a key in the Declaration of Independence is “the belief that the rights of man come not from the generosity of the state, but from the hands of God.” It states that men are entitled to three unalienable rights just as the Declaration.

3.The metaphor in par. 4. is “we are the heirs of that first revolution. Let the word go forth from this time & place to friend and foe alike.” The metaphor is saying that just as we acted in the Revolution we will continue to stand up for our country in whatever future war or dispute whether its against friend or foe.

4. In the paragraphs 6-11 JFK addresses many different nations. In par. 6 he addresses all of the US allies and pledges for their loyalty to us, and our loyalty to them. In par. 7 JFK addresses the recently new states, Alaska and Hawaii, and pledges to welcome them into our union and keep them safe. In par. 8 JFK addresses Africa, India, and Asia, pledging to help them in times of need and lend a helping hand. In par. 9 JFK addresses Central and South America offering a special pledge to form a new alliance. In par. 10 JFK addresses the United Nations and he pledges to support to help strengthen them. Finally in par. 11 JFK addresses any enemies of the U.S. or unallied countries, he states that they should chose the right side, aim for peace, and if they disagree, to watch out because we Americans stand up for what is right.

5. The antimetabole in par. 13 is “let us never negotiate out of fear, but let us never fear to negotiate.”

6. The antithesis in par. 8 is “If a free society cannot help the many who are poor, it cannot save the few that a rich.”

7. JFK alludes to the Bible in par. 16 when he quotes Isaiah, “Undo the heavy burdens and let the oppressed go free.”

8. The personification in par 19. is “Now the trumpet summons us again…” This represents personification because even though a trumpet does make noise it does not “summon” anything.

9. The rhetorical device used twice in par. 21 is the use of rhetoric questions.

10. The metaphor in par. 21 is “The energy, the faith, the devotion which we bring to the endeavor will light our country. And the glow from that fire can truly light the world.” The metaphor is saying that if we have hope that “fire” within us can help “lighten” or make the world a better place.

11. The antimetabole in par. 22 is “Ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country.” This phrase expresses that we cannot wait around for others to take the lead and try and make a change, if you want something done then you must take action and help out immediately.

12. My favorite lines in JFK’s inaugural speech are: “let us go forth to lead the land we love, asking His blessing and His help, but knowing that here on earth God's work must truly be our own.” I like these words because as a Catholic, I do believe that God is the answer for all our questions. I also like these words because it shows how patriotic Americans who love their country are.

 
At 5:50 PM, Anonymous KA & TH blue said...

1. "We observe today not a victory or party, but a celebration of freedom-symbolizing an end, as well as a beginning-signifying renewal, as well as change." The two items that are parallel are party and celebration and also renewal and change because a party is the same as a celebration and a renewal is the same as a change.

2. The idea that all humans should have rights of man and freedom of life alludes to the key idea of the Declaration of Independence which is, that the U.S. should be free from Britain. These relate to each-other because Kennedy is saying that all humans should have the right to succeed, and the D of I is saying that the U.S should have the right to be independent.

3. Sentence one of paragraph four. This means that we shouldn't forget what we fought for in the American Revolution. If we fought for our freedom we are going to keep our freedom from not only Great Britain but from any other country.

4. To the old allies he pledged loyalty of faithful friends. To new states he pledged "our word that one form of colonial control shall not have passed away". To people who are struggling he pledged that we will work hard to help them help themselves for as long as possible. To the southern sister republics he pledged to "convert our good words into good deeds, in a new alliance for progress". He was basically saying to continue peace. To the sovereign states, he pledged to support, and to those Nations who would make themselves our adversary, the requests that both sides begin the quest for peace.

5."Let us never negotiate out of fear, but lets us never fear to negotiate."

6."If a free society can not help the many who are poor, it can not save the few who are rich."

7."the command of Isaiah-to 'undo the heavy burdens, and to let the opposed go free."

8."The trumpet summons us again" This is personification because it gives the trumpet the ability to call a war.

9. The rhetorical device 'pathos' is used.

10. "...and the glow from that fire can truly light the world." This is a metaphor because it compares the glow to the energy, devotion, and faith.

11."...ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country." This means you shouldn't depend on other people to do things for you, you should help out to make things better yourself.

12. Our favorite line is "Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, oppose any foe, to assure the survival and the success of liberty." We like this the best because it is saying that the U.S. will go to all lengths to keep the nation at its best.

 
At 5:56 PM, Anonymous Anna S. and AK Blue said...

1. The sentence that best illustrated parallel structure is when he says, “symbolizing an end as well as a beginning-signifying renewal, as well as change.” This is parallel because it has the same sentence structure.

2. The idea is “the belief in the rights of man come not from the generosity of the state, but from the hand of God.” He is saying our views on equality and the general rights of a person are not given to us by the government but they are natural rights that every person should have.

3. The metaphor is “the torch has been passed to a new generation” he is saying that a new generation has to “carry the torch” and the responsibilities and rights we have.

4. Kennedy addresses the Soviet Union, communists, and the allies and foes of the United States. He tells them that the United States will not befriend them because they would eventually be controlled by them.

5. The antimetabole is “Never let us negotiate out of fear, but let us never fear to negotiate.

6. The antithesis is “If a free society cannot save the few who are poor, it cannot save the few that are rich.”

7. “Undo the heavy burdens, and let the oppressed go free”

8. The personification is “Now the trumpet summons us again…” Kennedy is personifying trumpet by saying it will call Americans.

9. The rhetorical device used twice was asking questions to the crowd.

10. The metaphor is “The energy, the faith, the devotion which we bring to this endeavor will light our country and all who serve it. And the glow from that fire will truly light the world.” This means is we can lead our country together than we can change and inspire the rest of the world.

11. The antimetabole is “…Ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country.”

12. Our favorite line in Kennedy’s speech is “…and to remember that, in the past, those who foolishly sought power by riding the back of the tiger ended up inside.” This is an excellent metaphor because it tells us that those who befriend a country for the wrong reasons will eventually be controlled by that country.

 
At 6:59 PM, Anonymous P.G. Blue said...

1). The sentence “We observe today not a victory of party, but a celebration of freedom”, symbolizes an end as well as a beginning.

2). “The belief that the rights of man come not from the state, but from the hand of God.” This connection made between the rights of man and God correlates with the words of Jefferson in the Declaration of Independence: “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.”

3). Kennedy says that “the torch has been passed to a new generation of Americans”, symbolizing the commission of responsibility being passed to a new generation.

4). Kennedy first pledges loyalty to the long time allies of the United States, emphasizing the importance of unity in combating challenges. Kennedy next addresses to the countries that were overtaken by Nazi Germany, that the oppression of the Nazi tyranny will not be restored by the new threat of the Soviet Union. Next to be addressed are the poor of the world, to whom Kennedy pledges persistent aid and support, and insists that this help be provided for the right reasons. Kennedy then talks about Mexico, Central America, and South America. He pledges honesty, initiative in casting off poverty, and assistance in opposing aggression. Kennedy next pledges support of the United Nations, what he claims is the last hope in combating the escalating destructive potential of war. Lastly, to the foes of the United States, Kennedy offers a request for universal peace, before the rising strength of science engulfs humanity in self-destruction.

5). “Let us never negotiate out of fear, but let us never fear to negotiate.”

6). “If a free society cannot help the many who are poor, it cannot save the few who are rich.”

7). “Undo the heavy burdens and let the oppressed go free.”

8). “A struggle against the common enemies of man: tyranny, poverty, disease, and war itself.” These components are great challenges to human existence and continuum, but they cannot physically be an enemy.

9). Rhetorical Question

10). Kennedy says that the energy, the faith, and the devotion that the United States encompasses in the task of preserving freedom, is a light, or a fire, that can truly light the world. Kennedy is trying to explain how instrumental and influential the spirit of America is in perpetuating freedom all over the world.

11). “Ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country.” Kennedy implores that in this turbulent time, Americans must not just appreciate the country they have, but aid and support it in order to ensure the continuation of both America and of the American spirit.

12). It struck me when Kennedy said “In your hands more than mine, will rest the final success or failure of our course.” This was an excellent reminder to the people that they are the ones which comprise the strength and influence of their individual countries, and that they therefore determine the success or failure of their states as well.

 
At 9:31 PM, Anonymous d.t.blue said...

1: The sentence that best illustrates parallel structure is "Symbolizing an end, as well as a beginning--signifying renewal, as well as change." These are parallel because they both have the same sentence structure, with different words and meanings.

2: The idea that alludes to the key idea in the Declaration of Independence is "...the belief that the rights of man come not from generosity of the state, but from the hand of God." This is the basis of the Declaration of Independence because God believed that every man should be free.

3: "Let the word go forth from this time and place, to friend and foe alike, that the torch has been raised to a new generation of Americans..." is a metaphor. This compares guiding words to the guiding light of a torch.

4: In paragraphs 6-11 Kennedy addresses and pledges the following:
6)Kennedy is addressing the countries of origin of which America was formed. He pledges to be loyal and faithful friends to these countries.
7)Kennedy is addressing the new states that just joined the United States. He pledges to treat them the same as any other state already part of the country.
8)Kennedy is addressing the poor and struggling people that live in huts and villages. He pledges to put forth his best efforts to help them.
9) Kennedy is addressing Mexico. He pledges to assist them and to help keep them a free nation.
10) Kennedy is addressing the United Nations. He pledges to support and strengthen the United Nations.
11)The final paragraph, Kennedy addresses all of the adversaries of America. He pledges to begin a quest for peace to these countries.

5. "Let us never negotiate out of fear, but let us never fear to negotiate." is an antimetabole.

6. "If a free society cannot help the many who are poor, it cannot save the few who are rich." is an antithesis.

7. "...in all corners of the earth, the command of Isaiah." is an allusion.

8. "Now the trumpet summons us again..." is a personification. This is a personification because trumpets cannot call something.

9. The rhetorical device used is alliteration.

10. "The energy, the faith, the devotion, which we bring to this endeavor will light our country and all who serve it. And the glow from that fire can truly light the world." is a metaphor. He is comparing the glowing energy of humans to a real fire that can cheer up the world.

11. "And so, my fellow Americans, ask not what your country can do for you, but what you can do for your country." This antimetabole says that you should help your country be a better place, rather than rely on your country to provide everything for you.

12. "My fellow citizens of the world, ask not what America will do for you, but what together we can do for the freedom of man." is my favorite line in Kennedy's speech. It shows that America is willing and making an effort to improve the world and not just ourselves.

 
At 10:32 PM, Anonymous CG and JL BLUE said...

Kennedy’s Inaugural Address
1. In paragraph 2, the sentence that best illustrates parallel structure is, “We observe today not a victory of party, but a celebration of freedom – symbolizing an end, as well as a beginning – signifying renewal, as well as change”. The phrases “victory of party” and “celebration of freedom” are parallel, using the word “of” to link the two items. “As well as” is also used to link the ideas in the second half of the sentence, making them parallel.
2. “The belief that the rights of man come not from the generosity of the state, but from the hand of God” is the idea in paragraph 3 that alludes to the key idea in the Declaration of Independence that God created everyone equal and only He can control their lives, and give them their rights.
3. The metaphor is paragraph 4 is, “the torch has been passed to a new generation of Americans”. The torch is a metaphor for the spirit which Americans, old and new, common citizens and the president, all hold. With the new president, and a new time, this torch still burns bright to show all that America is under a new ruler, but still holds all its beliefs and heritage and memories.
4. Kennedy addresses specific nations and groups in his speech in paragraphs 6-11. In paragraph 6 he speaks of “old allies whose cultural and spiritual origins we share”, meaning England, to whom he pledges, “the loyalty of faithful friends”. In paragraph 7 he pledges to “those new states from whom we welcome to the ranks of the free, we pledge our word that one form of colonial control shall not have passed away merely to be replaced by a far more iron tyranny.” The Democratic Republic of the Congo, with their freedom from Belgium is one of the many countries he was talking about. In paragraph 8, Kennedy speaks to Cuba, and the continents of Africa and South America, saying, “To those people in the huts and villages of half the globe struggling to break the bonds of mass misery, we pledge our best efforts to help them help themselves, for whatever period is required”. He speaks to Latin America and Mexico in paragraph 9 as “our sister republics south of our border”. He offers a “special: pledge to them, “to convert our good words into good deeds, in a new alliance for progress, to assist free men and free governments in casting off the chains of poverty.” In paragraph 10 Kennedy renews a pledge of support to independent states and the Untied Nations, “to prevent it from becoming merely a forum for invective, to strengthen its shield of the new and the weak, and to enlarge the area in which its writ may run.” Finally he speaks to “those nations who would make themselves our adversary”, meaning Cuba, the USSR, China (and North Korea), offering a request instead of a pledge, “that both sides begin anew the quest for peace, before the dark powers of destruction unleashed by science engulf all humanity in planned or accidental self-destruction.”
5. The antimetabole in paragraph 13 is, “Let us never negotiate out of fear, but let us never fear to negotiate”.
6. The line that exemplifies ‘antithesis’ in paragraph 8 is, “If a free society cannot help the many who are poor, it cannot save the few who are rich.”
7. The allusion in paragraph 16 is, “undo the heavy burdens, and [to] let the oppressed go free.”

 
At 10:33 PM, Anonymous CG and JL BLUE said...

Kennedy's Inaugural Address (continued)
8. “The trumpet summons us again” is the personification in paragraph 19, as trumpets cannot ‘summon’ anyone on its own, only people can. The sound of the trumpet is a call “to bear the burden of a long twilight struggle…against the common enemies of man: tyranny, poverty, disease, and war itself.”
9. A rhetorical question is the device used twice in paragraph 20. “Can we forge against these enemies a grand and global alliance, North and South, East and West, that can assure a more fruitful life for all mankind?” and “Will you join in that historic effort?” are the questions asked.
10. “The energy, the faith, the devotion which we bring to this endeavour will light our country and all who serve it. And the glow from that fire can truly light the world” is the metaphor used in paragraph 21 to describe the spirit of America, and how it can positively affect the entire world.
11. The antimetabole, “ask not what your country can do for you; as what you can do for your country” in paragraph 22 is the most famous line of Kennedy’s speech, and a very famous line in all of American history. It means to not expect everything to be perfect for you already, but to look around and see what you can do to make everyone’s lives better.
12. My favourite line in Kennedy’s speech was in paragraph 23, “my fellow citizens of the world, ask not what America will do for you, but what together we can do for the freedom of man.” I like this because he addresses all nations and all peoples of the earth, not just America. It is a truly selfless line that everyone should try to follow, because working together we can accomplish anything.

 
At 12:38 PM, Anonymous KM, JT H, KR Blue said...

1. In paragraph 2, the parallel structure is "symbolizing an end as well as a beginning -- signifying renewal, as well as change" The "as well as" is parallel.
2. When Kennedy says, "And yet the same revolutionary beliefs for which our forebears fought are still at issue around the globe -- the belief that the rights of man come not from the generosity of the state, but from the hand of God." he is alluding to the "unalienable rights" in the constitution.
3. The metaphor of "the torch has been passed to new generation of Americans" means that the leadership has been passed on.
4. Kennedy pledges to defeat their enemies, the Communists in the Soviet Union. He also pledges to support the United Nations.
5. The antimetabole is, "Let us never negotiate out of fear, but let us never fear to negotiate"
6. The antithesis is, "If a free society cannot help the many who are poor, it cannot save the few who are rich."
7. "the command of Isaiah -- to "undo the heavy burdens, and [to] let the oppressed go free"
8. The personification is "Now the trumpet summons us again" The trumpet is given human characteristics.
9. There are two rhetorical questions in paragraph 20.
10. "The energy, faith, the devotion which we bring to this endeavor will light our country and all who serve it. And the glow from that fire can truly light the world." Energy and faith are being compared to a fire, as a light.
11. "Ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country" This is trying to encourage patriotism and giving. This statement tells people to only think about giving back"
12. "Ask not what your country can do for you; but what you can do for your country" because if this was really put into place and followed in America, the country would greatly improve.

 
At 7:56 PM, Anonymous JM, DQ, JR, Blue said...

1. “ We observe today not a victory of a party, but a celebration of freedom—symbolizing an end as well as a beginning- - signifying renewal, as well as a change.” The items that are parallel are symbolizing, and signifying.

2. “ The belief that the rights of man come not from the generosity of the state, but from the hand of God.” This is saying and relates to the declaration, by saying that the rights of man come from God, not from mankind or a certain government ruling you.

3. The metaphor in paragraph 4 is “the torch has been passed” this means that the older Americans are now passing the “torch” or problems and responsibilities of keeping the nation stable and such to a new generation of people.

4. In paragraph 6, JFK addresses to “those old allies whose cultural and spiritual origins we share” and pledges the loyalty of faithful friends.
In paragraph 7 he addresses nations such as the Soviet Union. He pledges that after World War 2 and Germany was defeated we will not put up with such a thing again. He also states that the countries that want to help communism by riding the “tiger” will eventually be inside the tiger, or ruled by communism.
In paragraph 8 he is addressing all of the third world countries, and he will try and help them to succeed if they don’t fall under the influence of communism.
In paragraph 9 he is addressing the countries that border us, and pledges that we will build alliances with them and help them stay safe.
In paragraph 10 he is addressing United Nations and pledges that he hopes that they keep peace and keep everything good.
In paragraph 11 he is addressing the nation’s who would make themselves our adversary or enemy. He is pledging or “requesting” that both sides begin anew for the quest for peace.

5. The antimetabole is “ let us never negotiate out of fear, but let us fear to negotiate.”

6. “ To help them help themselves.”
7. “ Undo the heavy burdens, and [to] let the oppressed go free.”

8. The personification in par. 19 is “ a struggle against the common enemies of man: tyranny, poverty, disease, and war itself.” This is because he is making those three things sound like they are people and real enemies but actually they are ideas.

9. He is using a Allusion in the paragraph.

10. The metaphor is “ the glow from that fire can truly light the world” meaning is that if everyone in America helps the nation it will reflect and shine upon the whole world

11. “ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country.” This means that JFK doesn’t want us to wait to see what the country and government will do for you, but if we as a nation work together we can make a greater America.

12. My favorite line in the speech is “ But we shall always hope to find them strongly supporting their own freedom- - and to remember that, in the past, those who foolishly sought power by riding the back of the tiger ended up inside. This is my favorite line because, the part where he says if you seek power by riding the back of the tiger you’ll end up inside of it really interests me. Number one, because it has tiger, and two because that is true if you do bad things in order to gain power you’ll just end up being the one that’s ruled.

 
At 8:54 PM, Anonymous KS blue and AS blue said...

1. In paragraph two the sentence that best illustrates parallel structure is, “We observe today not a victory of party, but a celebration of freedom -- symbolizing an end, as well as a beginning -- signifying renewal, as well as change.” This is parallel structure because it is repeating the concept of new beginnings and change.
2. The idea in paragraph three is very similar to an idea in the Declaration Of Independence. This idea is that all men are created equal and all have three unalienable rights.
3. The metaphor in paragraph is, “Let the word go forth from this time and place, to friend and foe alike, that the torch has been passed to a new generation of Americans -- born in this century, tempered by war, disciplined by a hard and bitter peace, proud of our ancient heritage, and unwilling to witness or permit the slow undoing of those human rights to which this nation has always been committed, and to which we are committed today at home and around the world.” This is comparing the passing of a torch to the continuing of our freedom and our desire to protect and fight for it. Kennedy is saying that we have fought for our freedom once and is warning other countries that we will not forget about it.
4. In paragraphs six to eleven Kennedy addresses multiple nations, one of which is the Soviet Union. He addresses them in paragraph eleven and instead of pledging something to them he requests both sides to seek peace. He also addresses the United Nations in paragraph ten pledging to renew the previous pledge of support - to prevent it from becoming merely a forum for invective, to strengthen its shield of the new and the weak, and to enlarge the area in which its writ may run. Lastly he addresses the republics south of the border pledging to convert our good words into good deeds.
5. The antimetabole in paragraph thirteen is, “let us never negotiate out of fear, but let us never fear to negotiate.”
6. The antithesis is paragraph eight is, “If a free society cannot help the many who are poor, it cannot save the few who are rich.
7. The allusion in paragraph sixteen is, “undo the heavy burdens, and [to] let the oppressed go free." This is alluding to Isaiah in the Bible.
8. The personification in paragraph nineteen is, “Now the trumpet summons us again -- not as a call to bear arms, though arms we need -- not as a call to battle, though embattled we are -- but a call to bear the burden of a long twilight struggle…” Kennedy is personifying the trumpet by saying that it is summoning them when in reality a trumpet cannot summon anyone or anything.
9. The rhetorical device used in paragraph twenty is pathos.
10. In paragraph twenty-one Kennedy is comparing the energy, faith, and devotion of that time to a glow of light saying that there is so much energy, faith, and devotion to light the world.
11. The antimetabole in paragraph twenty two is, “ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country.”
12. Our favorite line in the speech was “ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country.” We liked this quote for many reasons. First because it is catchy and easy to remember. Second because it is well known. Third because it is very inspiring. It encourages citizens to make a difference, to fight for their freedom, and to take pride in their country.

 
At 8:06 AM, Anonymous ST blue & LW blue said...

1. "We observe today not a victory of party, but a celebration of freedom --symbolizing an end, as well as a beginning -- signifying renewal, as well as change." The items that are parallel are (as well as)

2. "The belief that the rights of man come not from the generosity of the state, but from the hand of God." This line alludes the Declaration of Independence because Jefferson says that everything came from God (rights, land, and life)

3."That the torch has been passed to a new generation of Americans." It means that the responsibility they once had is now in the hands of the new generation to protect and fight for our country.

4. The old allies - pledge the royalty of faithful friends;
The new states - pledge our word that one form of colonial control shall not have passed away merely to be replaced by a far more iron tyranny;
To those people in the huts and villages of half the globe - pledge the best efforts to help themselves;
To our sister republics south of our border - pledge to change our good words into good acts of kindness;
To that world assembly of sovereign states - Pledge to responsibility to the assembly of our well being.

5. "Let us never negotiate out of fear, but let us never fear to negotiate."

6. "If a free society cannot help the many who are poor, it cannot save the few who are rich."

7. "...the command of Isaiah "To undo the heavy burdens and to let the oppressed go free."

8. "Now the trumpet summons us again." This line means that now they have to bear the burdens of the war again.

9. In this he uses allusion to refer to the Declaration of Independence when saying "A grand and global alliance"

10. "And the glow from that fire can truly light the world." This means that the energy, faith, and devotion of the people is what will win the war.

11. "Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country." This line means that you should be providing help for your country instead of it helping you.

12. My favorite part is paragraph 6 through 11; I admire this because it shows that he pledges to include all people and do whatever it takes to help them; Another favorite line is the "Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country." This is a truly remarkable line in history and should always be followed because it is really inspirational.

 
At 12:22 PM, Anonymous JR YELLOW said...

I: this is one of the more colorful pictures i see red, green, white, yellow, and black. in the photo there are four people: one girl, a bartender, and two other men. the streets look empty and it is late at night. the other stores around the bar are also closed.

II: some things that stand out are the light on the building across the bar. also the extremly bright lights inside the bar. more specifically both men are wearing suits and hats. they look very nicely dressed as well as the girl. im thinking maybe the light could be the sun rising because thats how late it is. the shape of the bar is round on the corners. not sharp turns like now-a-days. which depicts the time period.

III:i feel like the painting is trying to depict the depression. by the way there dressed and the architecture of the building. also because they are drinkning so late alone, maybe they are trying to get away from their lives for a little and think.

 
At 12:43 AM, Anonymous 高級セレブ said...

ゴージャスなリッチセレブリティ達のアダルトコミュニティーサイト!お金と時間に優雅な高級セレブ女性達はアダルトコミュで男性との秘密交際を楽しんでいるのです

 

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