Question

question 3 president kennedy refers to the soviet union by name only once in this excerpt. yet he refers to them indirectly in paragraphs 5 and 13. based on these indirect references, what can you infer about how kennedy feels about the soviet union?

Explanation:

To answer this, we analyze Kennedy's indirect references. During the Cold War, Kennedy’s references to the Soviet Union (e.g., in context of Berlin or nuclear issues) likely show a mix of caution, recognition of Soviet power, and a desire to navigate tensions (like in the Cuban Missile Crisis era). Indirect references in paragraphs 5 and 13 (assuming Cold War - era rhetoric) would imply he views the Soviet Union as a formidable, competitive, and potentially threatening adversary, but also one with whom diplomacy or strategic responses are necessary. For example, if the excerpt is from a speech about Berlin or nuclear arms, his tone (even indirect) would reflect a stance of vigilance, a need to protect Western interests, and a recognition of Soviet influence. So, we infer Kennedy feels the Soviet Union is a significant, challenging force—he’s wary of its actions, sees it as a rival in the Cold War, and is focused on countering its influence while managing tensions (e.g., through deterrence or diplomacy).

Answer:

Kennedy likely feels the Soviet Union is a formidable, competitive, and potentially threatening Cold War adversary. He views it as a powerful force requiring vigilant, strategic responses (e.g., to protect Western interests, manage tensions) while recognizing its influence and the need for careful engagement (or counter - action) in the global power struggle of the Cold War.