Of this, I am quite sure, that if we open a quarrel between
the past and the present, we shall find that we have lost the
future. Therefore, I cannot accept the drawing of any
distinctions between Members of the present Government.
It was formed at a moment of crisis in order to unite all the
Parties and all sections of opinion. It has received the
almost unanimous support of both Houses of Parliament.
Its Members are going to stand together, and, subject to the
authority of the House of Commons, we are going to govern
the country and fight the war.
What is most likely the intended effect of beginning the speech this way?
O A. The audience will be convinced that Churchill will accept
criticism.
OB. The audience will realize that past mistakes of the government
led to the war.
O c. The audience will decide to be subject to authority of the House
of Commons
O D. The audience will perceive the government as strong and united