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19 August, 12:24

Read this excerpt from Franklin Roosevelt's speech to Congress on December 8, 1941, to answer the question. Select the two highlighted examples that show the United States was surprised by the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.

A. Yesterday, December 7, 1941 - - a date which will live in infamy - - the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan ...

B. During the intervening time the Japanese Government has deliberately sought to deceive the United States by false statements and expressions of hope for continued peace.

C. The attack yesterday on the Hawaiian Islands has caused severe damage to American naval and military forces. I regret to tell you that very many American lives have been lost.

D. Last night Japanese forces attacked the Philippine Islands.

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  1. 19 August, 15:54
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    A and C
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