1. Reagan believes that the American people deserve the credit for the nation’s success. What evidence from the passage best supports this conclusion?

A. “Let us remember that tribute really belongs to the 245 million citizens who make up the greatest--and the first--three words in our Constitution: ‘We the People.’”

B. “Just a moment ago, you multiplied the honor with a moving tribute, and being only human, there's a part of me that would like to take credit for what we've achieved.”

C. “This office is not mine to give; only you, the people, can do that. But I love America too much and care too much about where we will be in the next few years.”

D.“This land, its people, the dreams that unfold here and the freedom to bring it all together--well, those are what make America soar, up where you can see hope billowing in those freedom winds.”