Question

In comparison, which excerpt from Queen Elizabeth's Address to the Troops at Tilbury shares the common purpose of persuading her audience that she is willing to do what is best for England?
A. We have been persuaded by some that are careful of our safety to take heed how we commit our selves to armed multitudes, for fear of treachery.
B. I am come amongst you, as you see, at this time, not for my recreation and disport, but being resolved in the midst and heat of the battle, to live or die among you all.
C. 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.
D. By your obedience to my general, by your concord in the camp, and your calour in the field, we shall shortly have a famous victory over those enemies.

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Answer 1

Answer:

B. I am come amongst you, as you see, at this time, not for my recreation and disport, but being resolved in the midst and heat of the battle, to live or die among you all.

Explanation:

The speech given by Queen Elizabeth to the troops at Tilbury informing the troops there about their obligations to the nation. It also serves as a huge comforter and reassurance for them from the Queen's promise as a capable leader, despite being a woman.

In the given excerpt from the address, she shares how she's "she's resolved in the midst and heat of the battle, to live or die among [them]." This line shares the common purpose of persuading her audience that she is willing to do what is best for the country.

Thus, the correct answer is option B.