Read the excerpt from "I Believe in a British Empire” by Joseph Chamberlain. I believe in a British Empire, in an Empire which, though it should be its first duty to cultivate friendship with all the nations of the world, should yet, even if alone, be self-sustaining and self-sufficient, able to maintain itself against the competition of all its rivals. Read the excerpt from "A Tryst with Destiny” by Jawaharlal Nehru. 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. How is the emotional appeal in these arguments similar?
Answer
A
Both appeal to a sense of national pride.
B
Both appeal to a desire to keep imperialism.
C
Both appeal to economic prosperity.
D
Both appeal to a desire for independence.
Explanation
Both speakers use language that encourages pride in their nation and its future. Chamberlain calls for a strong, self-sustaining British Empire, while Nehru urges Indians to help build a free India for all its people. Their political goals differ, but both appeal to national pride.
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