Winston Churchill’s speech in Source 2 is best understood in the context of which of the following?

(A) British support for growing resistance movements in Eastern Europe (B) British trade deals with American manufacturers of military hardware (C) British appeasement of the Axis powers (D) British fears about a possible invasion attempt by Nazi GermanyExplanation: In 1940, Britain was experiencing a grave threat from Nazi Germany. Hitler had already annexed large portions of Europe, and Britain was in a fight for its life. In particular, the Nazis conducted intense bombing campaigns of Britain’s major cities. Churchill’s speech is an example of the British leader’s attempt not only to prepare his people for the possible trouble faced by the nation, but also to inspire them toward victory over the Axis Powers. Choice (D) is the best answer.