What is the purpose of President Obama's speech in Passage 2? A. to argue that his election to the presidency is historically significant.

B. to place blame for issues facing the country on the opposing political party.

C. to encourage Americans to take action to address issues facing the country.

D. to emphasize that his role as president is more important than the role played by other Americans

Which situation from a novel best reflects the following theme? prejudice can be found in unexpected places and is always hurtful to those exposed to it. a. community members admire a public figure until a child exposes him as a fraud b. witnesses to a violent attack remain quiet for fear of endangering their families o c. a talented doctor cannot get work in a neytown because he is an "outsider." d. a couple tries to keep their romance alive across a great distance but fails.