The passage is best understood in the context of which of the following political movements?

(A) The fight for workers’ rights in Central America (B) The fight for independence in South America (C) The fight for economic justice in the Caribbean (D) The fight for political autonomy in the PhilippinesExplanation: The author of this speech, Simón de Bolívar, was a famous military man and politician who led the fight for independence in large parts of South America. Therefore, the best answer is (B).