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.