1. PART A: Which of the following best describes a central idea of President Reagan's speech? A In contrast to the communist states in the East, the West has thrived because it values economic and personal freedom.

B West Berlin is facing economic collapse as it cantinues to be trapped and limited by the Berlin Wall; this barrier must therefore be destroyed.

C The people of Berlin loved American presidents, particularly after the United States provided relief in the form of the Marshall Plan.

D Due to the tense relationship between the Soviet Union and the United States, it is up to the people of Germany to overthrow their totalitarian oppressors.​