PLEASE HELP! VERY IMPORTANT TEST!! Read the following excerpt from President John F. Kennedy's inaugural
address:
I do not believe that any of us would exchange places
with any other people or any other generation. 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.
And so, my fellow Americans: Ask not what your country
can do for you - ask what you can do for your country.
Which statement best explains why the parallelism used in this excerpt is
effective?
O A. It emphasizes the importance of Kennedy's own generation.
O B. It establishes Kennedy's credibility regarding service work.
O O O
c. It stresses the need to serve one's country.
D. It presents a logical argument for serving one's country.