Question

read the sentences from the audio presentation. self - trust is the essence of heroism. it is the state of the soul at war, and its ultimate objects are the defiance of falsehood and wrong and the power to bear all that can be inflicted by evil agents. what is the best meaning of the phrase it is the state of the soul at war? a. it is the determination to be unconquered. b. it shows a person in battle with others. c. it reveals an internal conflict within a person. d. it expresses a desire to fight weakness.

Explanation:

The phrase "the state of the soul at war" is more about an internal struggle rather than an external battle (as in B). Option A's "unconquered" is too broad. Option D's "fight weakness" is not as comprehensive as the internal conflict idea. The phrase implies an internal (soul - related) conflict, which aligns with the concept of internal conflict within a person.

Answer:

C. It reveals an internal conflict within a person.