President Roosevelt delivered this speech to Congress on January 6, 1941, at a time when the U.S. had not officially entered World War II. Given the historical context, which of the following best explains Roosevelt's emphasis on these four specific freedoms? A. He wanted to end World War II before the U.S. became involved. B. He believed that people were being oppressed throughout the world. C. He believed that other nations should adopt the U.S. of Rights. D. He wanted to prevent the U.S. from entering World War II.
