Read this sentence from paragraph 6.

“So let your young hearts armed with new weapons join in an old battle against ancient enemies— the enemies of poverty, disease, illiteracy, strife, and bigotry.”

How does this sentence contribute to the overall meaning of Johnson’s speech?

A)It suggests that there are different opinions about how to address social problems in the United States.

B) It reinforces the idea that social inequality has always existed and will be difficult to overcome.

C)It shows his belief in the power of young people and their ideas to succeed where others have failed.

D)It shows his concern that violent change may be required to solve the problems of modern society.

C) It shows his belief in the power of young people and their ideas to succeed where others have failed.