Question

Why is Kennedy's repeated claim "Ich bin ein Berliner" ("I am a Berliner") especially effective for his West Berlin audience in 1963?

A. It tells Berliners that Kennedy will lead the fight against communism.

B. It reminds Berliners that the world is watching how they adapt to communism.

C. It demonstrates that Kennedy identifies with his audience and supports Berliners in their struggles.

D. It emphasizes Kennedy's belief that communism is only an issue in Berlin.

Answer 1

The answer is C.Kenedy addresses his audience by using their own language and employs a phrase that shows how he understands what this people are going through.By utilizing a phrase like this he reveals how much he identifies with their feelings and attitudes towards what was going on in Berlin at the time.