Read the excerpt from "Address to the United Nations Fourth World Conference on Women” by Hillary Clinton. Let me be clear. Freedom means the right of people to assemble, organize, and debate openly. It means respecting the views of those who may disagree with the views of their governments. It means not taking citizens away from their loved ones and jailing them, mistreating them, or denying them their freedom or dignity because of the peaceful expression of their ideas and opinions.
Answer
A
Clinton uses the word “freedom” many times.
B
Clinton explains her beliefs about freedom.
C
Clinton establishes the valid point that people all over the world deserve the right to freedom.
D
Clinton emphasizes her definition of freedom by repeating “it means” throughout the excerpt.
Explanation
Clinton repeats the phrase “It means” to introduce several parts of her definition of freedom, such as the right to assemble and the right to express opinions peacefully. This repetition emphasizes what freedom includes. Choice B is broadly true, but D identifies the specific technique used in the excerpt.
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