Question

which sentence conveys the idea that the international response to the attacks has been supportive?
a and on behalf of the american people, i thank the many world leaders who have called to offer their condolences and assistance.
b our emergency teams are working in new york city and washington, d.c., to help with local rescue efforts.
c today, our nation saw evil – the very worst of human nature – and we responded with the best of america. with the daring of our res workers, with the caring for strangers and neighbors who came to give blood and help in any way they could.
d this is a day when all americans from every walk of life unite in our resolve for justice and peace.
question 9 (3 points)
how would you describe the tone of this speech?
give at least 2 examples from the text to support your answer.

Explanation:

First Question (Multiple Choice)

To determine which sentence shows international support, we analyze each option:

• Option a: Mentions world leaders offering condolences and assistance, which is international support.
• Option b: Talks about emergency teams (local) helping rescue efforts, not international.
• Option c: Describes American response (workers, people giving blood), domestic.
• Option d: Discusses Americans uniting, domestic.

The tone of the speech is resolute and compassionate.

• Resolute: "This is a day when all Americans from every walk of life unite in our resolve for justice and peace" shows determination.
• Compassionate: "with the caring for strangers and neighbors who came to give blood and help in any way they could" highlights empathy and care for others.

Answer:

a. And on behalf of the American people, I thank the many world leaders who have called to offer their condolences and assistance.

Second Question (Describing Tone)