English MCQ #11487

Though the diplomat spoke with measured calm during the treaty talks, aides later said her main goal was simply to postpone a decision until after the election. According to this passage, what was her primary diplomatic aim?

English MCQ #11487

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Though the diplomat spoke with measured calm during the treaty talks, aides later said her main goal was simply to postpone a decision until after the election. According to this passage, what was her primary diplomatic aim?

    • A) To delay the treaty decision beyond the upcoming election
    • B) To sign the treaty as quickly as possible
    • C) To cancel the treaty talks entirely
    • D) To replace aides who leaked her strategy

    Answer: To delay the treaty decision beyond the upcoming election

    Explanation: The passage states the diplomat's main goal was "to postpone a decision until after the election," directly identifying delay as her primary aim.