What is kennedy's purpose for using the phrase "the torch has been passed "
a. to the americans who have sacrificed for peace and human rights.
b. to threaten adversaries that any interference with america's quest for peace will not be tolerated.
c. to encourage all countries, friend and foe alike, to participate in the olympic games.
d. to represent the passing on of responsibility by referencing a well known, meaningful practice?

Option D "To represent the passing on of responsibility by referencing a well known, meaningful practice".

Explanation:

“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 (…) Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price (…) assure the survival and the success of liberty.”

With his inaugural speech (January 1961), President Kennedy denoted that his presidency would be a change in US politics; he introduced himself as the young politician who would be in charge to lead all Americans to their destiny. Sacrifice, honesty, and patriotism were the pillars of this speech, motivating his entire nation to be part of that paramount responsability.

the second option.is correct

dang did this test hmmm lemme think

b