Question

Therein lies perhaps the final explanation of his achievements. Ronald Reagan carried the American people with him in his great endeavours because there was perfect sympathy between them. He and they loved America and what it stands for: freedom and opportunity for ordinary people.
This paragraph, which closes the eulogy, might best be described as (3 points)
appreciative and reverent
nostalgic and benevolent
optimistic and thoughtful
pragmatic and admiring

Answer 1

Answer:

nostalgic and benevolent.

Explanation:

The given text is taken from an 'Euology for President Reagan' written by Margaret Thatcher. The eulogy was orated on June 11, 2004.

The words that best describe that given text is nostalgic and benevolent. Nostalgic is a sentimental word that describes the feelings of happiness with personal association. Benevolent, on the other hand, is a word used to describe well-wishing.

The given text is a nostalgic trip to a memory lane of President Reagan's work and contribution to the US and the sympathy that his citizens have for him.

Thus the correct answer is the second option.