Question

chapter viii
my first visit to england
sunity devee of calcutta, india, became a maharini (princess) in 1878 after marrying maharaja (prince) nripendra narayan. englands queen victoria had become empress of india only two years prior, and considered india a jewel in the crown of the british empire. the queen was eager to show off englands close relationship with india during her golden jubilee celebrations in 1887. this excerpt chronicles the maharinis journey to england to meet queen victoria.
1 the year 1887 was expected to be a memorable one for india, as our late beloved queen-empress would celebrate her jubilee. india was anxious to show her loyalty to the sovereign whose high ideals and humanity have endeared her to all her people. many of our princes therefore decided to render their homage in person. my husband made his plans for this eventful year long beforehand, but he cleverly kept all of us in the dark as to his intention that i should accompany him to england. it must be remembered that the conditions of life among indian ladies were very different in 1887 from what they are to-day. the maharani of baroda, i believe, had once gone to switzerland, but for the wife of a ruler to visit england with her husband caused quite a sensation. i think i
select the correct answer.
what do both the picture and the text reveal about queen victoria?
a. her royal attitude
b. her generosity toward others
c. her personal magnetism
d. her fondness for fine jewelry

Explanation:

The text states Queen Victoria's "high ideals and humanity have endeared her to all her people", showing she had a compelling, likable quality that drew others to her. Option A is not supported, as the text focuses on her appeal, not royal demeanor. Option B has no mention of generosity. Option D refers to India being called a "jewel in the crown", not her fondness for jewelry.

Answer:

C. her personal magnetism