Question

question 9 of 20
which of the following individuals is promoting the idea of nationalism?
a. a political leader argues that countries should have equal military forces to prevent one from growing too strong.
b. a king agrees to place limits on his own power and allow citizens to elect some of their political leaders.
c. a military leader conquers a foreign territory to force its inhabitants to work as slaves on plantations.
d. an activist argues that members of his ethnic group should join together and form their own independent state.

Explanation:

Nationalism is the identification with one's own nation and support for its interests, especially to the exclusion or detriment of the interests of other nations. Option D shows an ethnic group uniting to form its own state, which is a form of nationalism as it emphasizes the group's national identity and desire for self - governance. Option A is about international military balance, Option B is about political reform (limiting monarchy and allowing some elections), and Option C is about imperialism and slavery (not related to nationalism).

Answer:

D. An activist argues that members of his ethnic group should join together and form their own independent state.