When did George W. Bush deliver his speech?
On the evening of 9/11.
What sequence of ideas structures Bush’s speech?
It recalls the day’s events, presents the USA positively against the terrorists, reassures the people, explains immediate actions, then develops retaliation.
What were Bush’s goals in the speech?
To pay tribute to the victims, reassure the people, and prepare the country’s response.
Which terms describe the USA in the speech?
“Powerful,” “foundation of America,” “best of America,” “freedom,” “strong,” “resolve,” “justice,” “terrible sadness,” “disbelief,” “quiet,” “unyielding anger,” “great people,” “great nation” and “prepared.”
Which terms describe the opponents in the speech?
“Terrorist,” “evil,” “despicable act,” “mass murder,” “deadly terrorist acts of terror,” “attack,” “chaos and retreat,” “failed,” “frighten” and “the very worst of human nature.”
Why were some people in hospital after the attacks?
They were wounded or injured.
What was the status of some victims after the attacks?
Some had died.
What were rescue workers still doing after the attacks?
They were working to find the victims.
Que montrait la première couverture du New Yorker après les attentats de 2001 ?
L’ombre des deux tours sur un fond très sombre.
Que suggérait la première couverture du New Yorker après les attentats de 2001 ?
La terreur ou le deuil national.
Que montrait la deuxième couverture du New Yorker, publiée en 2003 ?
Des gratte-ciel, dont les tours jumelles, reflétés dans l’Hudson.
Que pouvait suggérer la scène paisible de la couverture du New Yorker de 2003 ?
Le déni de ce qui s’était passé en 2001.
Que montrait la troisième couverture du New Yorker, publiée en 2014 ?
Le mémorial de Ground Zero entouré de touristes qui prenaient des photos et des selfies.
Que suggérait la couverture du New Yorker consacrée au mémorial de Ground Zero ?
L’acceptation et l’hommage aux victimes.
What distinction did Bush say the USA would not make?
Between terrorists and the countries that hide or shelter them.
Whose support did Bush seek by presenting a positive image of the USA?
Congress’s and the nation’s.
What did Bush’s speech mark the beginning of?
The USA’s war against terrorism.
Why did Bush portray his opponents as evil?
To justify declaring war on them.
How did some citizens help after the attacks?
They gave blood.
Quel magazine américain présente un biais démocrate ?
The New Yorker.
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