Question

refer to passage 1 to answer this question. what does the author mean when he writes that whoever develops a plan to make children useful should have his statue set up for a preserver of the nation?
○ whoever solves this problem must pose for a sculptor.
○ whoever solves this problem deserves fame and admiration.
○ whoever solves this problem should be elected to public office.
○ whoever solves this problem should be shamed and vilified.

Explanation:

To determine the meaning, we analyze each option:

• The first option is incorrect as "having a statue set up" is not about posing for a sculptor.
• The second option makes sense: setting up a statue for someone is a way to honor and give them fame and admiration, so if someone develops a plan to make children useful (a beneficial act for the nation), they deserve such recognition.
• The third option is wrong because the text doesn't relate the plan to being elected to office.
• The fourth option is incorrect as the act of helping children be useful is positive, so the person wouldn't be shamed or vilified.

Answer:

B. Whoever solves this problem deserves fame and admiration.