Question

read this excerpt.
since the beginning of our american history, we have been engaged in change — in a perpetual peaceful revolution — a revolution which goes on steadily, quietly adjusting itself to changing conditions — without the concentration camp or the quick - lime in the ditch. the world order which we seek is the cooperation of free countries, working together in a friendly, civilized society.
— franklin d. roosevelt, \four freedoms speech: annual message to congress on the state of the union,\ january 6, 1941
this excerpt from roosevelts four freedoms speech best relates to which common american theme?
a. americans are hardworking.
b. americans will help win this war.
c. americans are good fighters.
d. americans have strong morals.

Explanation:

The question asks which option best relates to a common American theme. The excerpt emphasizes American history of change and cooperation. Option A (Americans are hardworking) is a common and long - standing American theme. Hard work is often associated with the American ethos, from the early settlers building the nation to various economic and social developments. Options B (help win the war) is more context - specific (World War II), C (good fighters) is a more limited and perhaps militaristic view, and D (strong morals) is too vague compared to the well - known and widely - referenced theme of Americans being hardworking.

Answer:

A. Americans are hardworking.