CBSE ENGLISH LANGUAGE LITERATURE

CLASS 9

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What shows Maria’s love for her nation?
A
She endorses many American brands proudly
B
If given a chance she is willing to play at Olympics for America
C
She is proud of her Russian citizenship and is willing to play Olympics for Russia
D
She wants to go back to Russia and doesn’t like America
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -She is a Russian citizen, and if her country wants her to compete in the Olympics for them, she would whole-heartedly do so. By displaying this particular sentiment, she lets us know that she loves her country deeply. And thus, showing us her patriotism.

Detailed explanation-2: -She spent most of her time in the United States. She speaks with a pronounced American accent but she feels proud of being a Russian. She declared that she was ready to represent Russia in Olympics.

Detailed explanation-3: -Though Maria Sharapova speaks with a pronounced American accent, she proudly parades her Russian nationality. Clearing all doubts, she says, “I’m Russian. It’s true that the U.S. is a big part of my life. But I have Russian citizenship.

Detailed explanation-4: -She holds the citizenship of Russia, her ancestors are Russians and she is willing to represent Russia at the Olympics too.

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