President Roosevelt delivered this speech to Congress on January 6, 1941, at a time when the U.S. had not officially entered Wor
ld War II. Given the historical context, which of the following best explains Roosevelt's emphasis on these four specific freedoms? A.
He wanted to end World War II before the U.S. became involved.
B.
He believed that people were being oppressed throughout the world.
C.
He wanted to prevent the U.S. from entering World War II.
D.
He believed that other nations should adopt the U.S. Bill of Rights.
Roosevelt's 1941 State of the Union Address, commonly known as the “Four Freedoms” speech. In it he articulated a powerful vision for a world in which all people had freedom of speech and of religion, and freedom from want and fear. It was delivered on January 6, 1941 and it helped change the world.
