Read the excerpt from Jawaharlal Nehru’s speech "A Tryst with Destiny.” To the people of India, whose representatives we are, we make an appeal to join us with faith and confidence in this great adventure. This is no time for petty and destructive criticism, no time for ill will or blaming others. We have to build the noble mansion of free India where all her children may dwell. Who is the speaker’s audience in this passage?
Answer
A
British colonialists and rulers
B
British citizens living in India
C
elected officials and Indians
D
enemies of the new India
Explanation
Nehru addresses “the people of India” and identifies the representatives as “we.” He appeals to Indians to join in building a free India, so the audience includes elected officials and the Indian people. The passage does not address British rulers or enemies of India.
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