Question

Read the excerpt from Chamberlain's speech to Parliament and answer the question that follows.
"I have nothing to be ashamed of. Let those who have, hang their heads. We must feel profound sympathy for a small and gallant nation in the hour of their national grief and loss."
How is Chamberlain attempting to achieve his overall goal?
A. by shifting the spotlight away from himself
B. by showing the human side of international politics
C. by reminding members of the positive effects of war
D. by exposing Parliament's dishonest members

Answer 1

Chamberlain's speech to Parliament in attempting to achieve his overall goal is by showing the human side of international politics. That no matter cold-hearted the decisions politics can do, in times of need, humanity still prevails and encourages the nations to help one another.