"Wherever the standard of freedom and Independence has been or shall be unfurled, there will her [America's] heart... be. But she goes not abroad, in search of monsters to destroy. She is the well-wisher to the freedom and independence of all. She is the champion and vindicator only of her own."

Question

- John Quincy Adams 1821

Which of the following options best describes the passage above?

A John Quincy Adams believed monsters existed....

B John Quincy Adams was calling for an American empire.

C John Quincy Adams thinks the U.S. should nurture or support freedom abroad.

D None of these

Answer 1

C John Quincy Adams thinks the U.S. should nurture or support freedom abroad.

This option best captures the essence of the passage, as it highlights America's role as a supporter of freedom and independence without seeking to impose its will or interfere aggressively in the affairs of other nations.