Writing Homework Help

I’m working on a history discussion question and need support to help me learn.

These questions ask students to analyze Ronald Reagan’s first inaugural address and the assigned address given by Reagan in the aftermath of the Iran-Contra scandal.

Please answer the following questions:

• What are some of the major themes of Ronald Reagan’s first inaugural speech? How does the speech reflect some of the ideals of the conservative movement that were discussed in the secondary sources and lecture from week 7?
• Ronald Reagan has been referred to as “the great communicator” for his ability to present his conservative ideas in an effective, palatable way. How does Reagan use persuasive language to describe policies that might be controversial to some? Identify at least two examples from the speech where Reagan alludes to conservative policies (i.e. with regard to economics, law enforcement, militarization, etc.) that some Americans might find problematic. How does Reagan describe these policies? Do you think he is effective in making the case for his conservative agenda? Why or why not?
• Consider Ronald Reagan’s speech in the aftermath of the Iran-Contra scandal. Do you think Reagan is convincing in making the case that he was unaware of the activities of members of his administration? Why or why not?

This assignment will be graded according to the following criteria:

1. Does the assignment address all the questions posed?
2. Does the assignment demonstrate a close, careful, and thoughtful reading of the primary sources?
3. Does the assignment demonstrate a strong familiarity with course topics and themes?
4. Are all the claims made in the assignment accurate?
5. Does the assignment make sense? Are the ideas within it communicated clearly within it?