Select the option that best explains the information conveyed in the sentence.
Benjamin exclaimed, 'If it is Napoleon who said it, it must be right'
A
Benjamin never believes what Napoleon says
B
Benjamin does not know what is right unless Napoleon says it
C
Napoleon always says what Benjamin believes to be right
D
Benjamin thinks that Napoleon always says the right thing
Verified Correct Answer: D.
Grammar & Contextual Explanation
The sentence:
“If it is Napoleon who said it, it must be right.”
shows blind acceptance of whatever Napoleon says.
Benjamin is suggesting that the mere fact that Napoleon said something automatically makes it correct This shows belief in Napoleon’s authority, not doubt.
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #10924)