Question

Our movement may be one of a few days duration and full of pleasure — and it may be one of severe conflict and death to me. Not my will, but thine 0 God, be done. If it is necessary that I should fall on the battlefield for my country, I am ready. I have no misgivings about, or lack of confidence in, the cause in which I am engaged, and my courage does not halt or falter. I know how strongly American Civilization now leans upon the triumph of the Government, and how great a debt we owe to those who went before us through the blood and suffering of the Revolution. And I am willing — perfectly willing — to lay down all my joys in this life, to help maintain this Government, and to pay that debt.

Which of the following can you infer about Ballou based on his writing in this paragraph?

Group of answer choices

He doubts his courage.

He is certain he will survive.

He misses his family.

He is a religious man.

Answer 1

Based on the paragraph you provided, it's inferable that Ballou is a religious man. The statement "Not my will, but thine 0 God, be done" suggests a strong religious faith and trust in God's will. Additionally, his willingness to sacrifice his life for his country and the cause he believes in reflects a deep sense of duty and conviction, which could likely be grounded in his religious beliefs.