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Read the excerpt from Queen Elizabeth's Address to the Troops at Tilbury.

I know I have the body but of a weak and feeble woman; but I have the heart and stomach of a king, and of a king of England too, and think foul scorn that Parma or Spain, or any prince of Europe, should dare to invade the borders of my realm; to which, rather than any dishonour shall grow by me, I myself will take up arms, I myself will be your general, judge, and rewarder of every one of your virtues in the field.

In this excerpt, Queen Elizabeth is attempting to persuade troops that she

dislikes most European countries.
has the qualities of a capable leader.
is physically able to fight as a soldier.
will make a fair and virtuous judge.

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Option B

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In the excerpt, Queen Elizabeth is attempting to persuade troops that she has the qualities of a capable leader.

Answer: Option B

Step-by-step explanation:

The excerpt provided is a part of the speech given by Queen Elizabeth in Tilbury addressing the Troops.

In the excerpt Queen Elizabeth is trying to influence the troops by letting them know that even she has the qualities of a capable leader.

She says that even though she’s a woman who’s considered as weak, but when it comes to her nation, she is capable enough to take up arms. She can lead just like a troops and is brave enough like a king.

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