Question

What was the overall purpose of John F. Kennedy’s inaugural speech?

to warn Russia that the US will go to war if they continue to show aggression
to tell the people of South America that the US will support their right to democracy
to inform the nation and the world that the US is ready for war if necessary
to address the nation upon being sworn in as President of the United States

Answer 1

C. to inform the nation and the world that the US is ready for war if necessary

Answer 2

It could be argued that the overall purpose of John F. Kennedy’s inaugural speech was "to inform the nation and the world that the US is ready for war if necessary," since Kennedy wanted to project an image of power and confidence.