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Israel — Unit test

Question 8 • TX-World History Studies B-CR

Why did India’s desire for independence increase following World War II?

Answer
A
It decided it had lived under British rule long enough.
B
It decided it had lived under British rule long enough.
C
It felt that its service in the war effort should grant it independence.
D
It felt that its service in the war effort should grant it independence.
E
It decided to go to war against Britain unless it was freed.
F
It decided to go to war against Britain unless it was freed.
G
It realized it could succeed as an independent country.
H
It realized it could succeed as an independent country.

Explanation

India contributed to the Allied war effort during World War II, and many Indians believed this service strengthened their claim to self-government and independence. Choice C, “It felt that its service in the war effort should grant it independence,” captures this reason. The duplicate choice D says the same thing.

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