ISEE Reading Question 224: Answer and Explanation

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11. According to the passage, Liu Xiaobo's view on American involvement in wars such as the United States' war in Iraq is one of

  • A. opposition, because he understood that no weapons of mass destruction would be found and he believed that America was interested only in Iraq's oil.
  • B. uncertainty, because he was in jail when American troops entered Iraq and he therefore lacked sufficient information to form an opinion.
  • C. indifference, because he is concerned with efforts to change China to a politically free country, not with the problems of other countries.
  • D. support, because he believes that one of America's roles is to bring freedom to people who suffer under tyrannical governments.

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

D

The passage states, "Liu has also been a staunch supporter of military action by the United States intended to expand human rights: 'The free world led by the US fought almost all regimes that trampled on human rights … The major wars that the US became involved in are all ethically defensible.' He has also supported the United States' support of Israel and the war in Iraq that led to Saddam Hussein's downfall. He predicted that "a free, democratic and peaceful Iraq will emerge."

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