ELA Passage

Lines 1 through 4 set a tone of

• caution
• futility
• hostility 
• accusation 

The position taken in lines 9 through 12 suggests

• a justification of modern warfare and politics
• a connection between military victory and the destruction of Communism
• the similarity of Communist and anti-Communist ideals
• the relationship between military conflict and ultimate disaster

Lines 18 through 24 help to refine the central idea in the text by

• including statements that express opposing points of view
• providing a summary of the opinions of experts in this area
• encouraging individuals to become involved with the cause
•  opposing an involvement by politicians and scientists

 The rhetorical question posed in line 26 emphasizes the

• unavoidable nature of the problem
• important issue of national sovereignty
• likely elimination of weapons of mass destruction
• probable establishment of a new world power

 The phrase “dimly apprehended” (lines 31 and 32) suggests that average people’s understanding of the concept of mankind is

• realistic
• limited
• pessimistic 
• insightful 

As used in line 36, the word “illusory” most closely means

• deceptive
• sustainable
• regrettable 
• certain 

Lines 41 through 47 suggest that a potential agreement on weaponry would be

• successful
• controversial
• unpopular 
• helpful 

Which statement from the text is best supported by lines 48 through 52?

•  “We have found that the men who know most are the most gloomy” (lines 23 and 24)
• “The abolition of war will demand distasteful limitations of national sovereignty” (line 28)
•  “And so they hope that perhaps war may be allowed to continue provided modern weapons are prohibited” (lines 33 through 35)
• “Remember your humanity, and forget the rest” (line 55)

The “Resolution” stated in lines 58 through 64 serves to

• advise the Congress to debate the proposal
• stress the importance of non-military solutions to conflicts
•  demand the elimination of weapons of mass destruction
• condemn the Governments that violate the Manifesto

The Manifesto states that the presence of nuclear weapons requires individuals to

• advocate for international conflict resolution
• elect politicians who will support disarmament
•  participate in public discussions about the military
• prepare the communities for nuclear attack