Question

multiple choice 2 points the text mentions appeasement encouraged hitler to be more aggressive. how does this phrase demonstrate the author’s viewpoint on appeasement? it means the author thinks hitler needed more encouragement. it suggests the author sees appeasement as a cause of more conflict it shows the author believes appeasement was a wise strategy. it implies the author feels appeasement was unavoidable. clear my selection previous next

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Option 1: The phrase "encouraged Hitler to be more aggressive" does not mean Hitler needed more encouragement (the wording implies appeasement was the cause of increased aggression, not that Hitler lacked encouragement). Eliminate this.
• Option 2: The phrase suggests that the author views appeasement as a factor that led to more conflict (since it encouraged Hitler's aggression, which would lead to more conflict). This aligns with the implication of the phrase.
• Option 3: The phrase does not indicate the author believes appeasement was wise (encouraging aggression is not a sign of a wise strategy). Eliminate this.
• Option 4: The phrase focuses on the effect of appeasement on Hitler's aggression, not on the author's feelings of inevitability. Eliminate this.

Answer:

It suggests the author sees appeasement as a cause of more conflict.