Read franklin roosevelt’s request for a declaration of war. what are the main purposes of this speech? select two options. to issue a threat to the country of japan to explain why military action is necessary to propose alternatives for a next course of action to rally the support of the american people for war to show differences between the us and japan

To explain why military action is necessary: The first task of the speech is to explain the reasons why the U. S. government has decided to declare war against Japan. Roosevelt explains the actions of the Japanese ambassador to the U. S. and also the way the Japanese government had deceived the American one by false statements of peace and hope. He also describes how the attack had been planned for days or even weeks before it was carried out and how it resembles other attacks in the Pacific area. All these facts are used to justify the declaration of war.To rally the support of the American people for war: Roosevelt asks for the support of the people continuously throughout the speech. First he states that the American people have formed their opinion and will support the defense of their nation. He also claims that by declaring war, he is exercising the will of Congress and citizens. Finally, he says he is sure that the people want to pursue victory to the uttermost to make sure no situation like that ever threatens the U. S. again. This language is used to rally support for the war.