1. Tone is the attitude a speaker or writer takes towards his subject: the tone can be serious, humorous, sarcastic, ironic, inspiring, solemn, objective, cynical, optimistic, critical, enthusiastic…etc.
Which word do you think best describes the tone of FDR's speech? Explain your answer.

2. The purpose of an editorial/commentary (or speech in this case) is to explain, persuade, warn, criticize, exhort, entertain, praise or answer. What do you think was the purpose of President Roosevelt’s speech?

3. Why is it important for students to learn about Pearl Harbor?

4. Ask a grandparent what he/she learned about Pearl Harbor in school.