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QuizMultiple Choice

Political Perspectives

Question 10 • SD-Early US History A

Which statement from "March of the Flag” addresses a counterargument?

Answer
A
“It is a noble land that God has given us; a land that can feed and clothe the world.”
B
“The opposition tells us that we ought not to govern a people without their consent.”
C
“The rule of liberty . . . applies only to those who are capable of self-government.”
D
“Would not the natives of the Philippines prefer the just, humane, civilizing government of this Republic . . .?”

Explanation

A counterargument is an opposing claim that a speaker acknowledges and responds to. Choice B directly presents the opposition’s argument: that the United States should not govern people without their consent. The other choices make claims supporting the speaker’s position rather than stating an opposing view.

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