Question

supporting evidence
compare and contrast trumans statement with leahys on the plan to use atomic weapons.
i had then set up a committee of top men and had asked them to study with great care the implications the new weapons might have for us. it was their recommendation that the bomb be used against the enemy as soon as it could be done. they recommended further that it should be used without specific warning. ....
i had realized, of course, that an atomic bomb explosion would inflict damage and casualties beyond imagination. on the other hand, the scientific advisors of the committee reported . . . that no technical demonstration they might propose, such as over a deserted island, would be likely to bring the war to an end. it had to be used against an enemy target.
the final decision of where and when to use the atomic
based on his committee’s reports of likely japanese actions, truman believes the japanese will not surrender unless the allies drop a bomb on a city. leahy believes that dropping the bomb is unnecessary, as the war is essentially over. both men are aware of the human cost of the bomb, but for truman use of the weapon is justified, and for leahy it is unconscionable.
which elements did you include in your response?
check all that apply.
☐ similarities between the two statements
☐ differences between the two statements
☐ viewpoint of each man
☐ supporting evidence for each viewpoint

Explanation:

The response needs to cover all listed elements: it identifies similarities (both acknowledge the bomb's human cost), differences (Truman supports use, Leahy opposes it), each man's specific viewpoint, and uses the provided text as supporting evidence for their stances.

Answer:

• similarities between the two statements
• differences between the two statements
• viewpoint of each man
• supporting evidence for each viewpoint