Question

Read this passage written by British imperialist Cecil Rhodes.

"I contend that we are the first race in the world, and the more of the world we inhabit the better it is for the human race… If there be a God, I think that what he would like me to do is to paint as much of the map of Africa British red as possible."

According to this passage, which of the following best describes Rhodes’s view of British imperialism?

A. It is Britain’s duty to send manufactured goods to Africa.

B. God is opposed to the colonization of Africa.

C. It is Britain’s duty to spread European ways and customs around the world.

D. The British should be embarrassed by their dreams of a colonial empire.

(I think it is either A or C however I am not quite sure.)​

Answer 1

Answer: c

Explanation: I took the test

Answer 2

C. It is Britain’s duty to spread European ways and customs around the world.

Step-by-step explanation:

The part where it mentions "If there be a God, I think that what he would like me to do is to paint as much of the map of Africa British red as possible." implies that Rhodes wants to spread European customs to other places. I don't think it's A because I don't really see where the passage mentions anything about manufactured goods. It's definitely not B or D because I think those just don't really make any sense.

I hope this helps! o(〃＾▽＾〃)o