Question

we hear much from moscow about a new policy of reform and openness. some political prisoners have been released. certain foreign news broadcasts are no longer being jammed. some economic enterprises have been permitted to operate with greater freedom from state control. are these the beginnings of profound changes in the soviet state? or are they token gestures, intended to raise false hopes in the west, or to strengthen the soviet system without changing it? we welcome change and openness; for we believe that freedom and security go together, that the advance of human liberty can only strengthen the cause of world peace. there is one sign the soviets can make that would be unmistakable, that would advance dramatically the cause of freedom and peace. general secretary gorbachev, if you seek peace, if you seek prosperity for the soviet union and eastern europe if you seek liberalization. based on this passage from the speech, what is president reagans purpose? he wants to build on the legacy of previous presidents. he seeks to separate the soviet union from the rest of the world. he hopes to remind the people of berlin of the uniqueness of their city. he wants the soviet union to demonstrate support for freedom in berlin.

Explanation:

• Analyze each option:
• Option 1: The passage focuses on Soviet policy and freedom/peace, not building on previous presidents' legacies. Eliminate.
• Option 2: The passage emphasizes welcoming Soviet change for freedom and peace, not separating the Soviet Union. Eliminate.
• Option 3: The passage doesn't mention reminding Berliners of their city's uniqueness. Eliminate.
• Option 4: The passage states Reagan wants the Soviet Union (via Gorbachev) to show support for freedom (e.g., through actions that advance freedom and peace), and Berlin is a symbol of freedom in the context of the Cold War. This aligns with the passage's focus on Soviet support for freedom to advance peace.

Answer:

D. He wants the Soviet Union to demonstrate support for freedom in Berlin.