Points Possible: 40 Part I: Short-Answer Questions (20 points)
1. Read this excerpt from a political speech. Then complete the chart by identifying some of the most
important characteristics of the speech. (8 points)
The greatest problem facing the United States today is the threat of terrorism. As
members of Congress, we must do everything possible to ensure the safety of the
citizens we represent. That is why I strongly urge my fellow senators to support
this new antiterrorism bill. It will increase funding for vital security programs and
allow law enforcement to more easily access the phone and Internet records of
suspected terrorists. The bill will also make it more difficult for immigrants to enter
this country if they're from areas with significant terrorist activity. This will help us
stop terrorists before they have the chance to attack. Some organizations claiming
to support civil liberties and immigrants' rights have criticized me for sponsoring
this bill, but nobody should listen to anything they say. They apparently support
terrorists having free access to our country! If you side with Americans and not
terrorists, you will vote for my bill.