Question

What is the main argument of this passage?

Roman, remember by your strength to rule
Earth’s peoples—for your arts are to be these:
To pacify, to impose the rule of law,
To spare the conquered, battle down the proud.


Romans should use their strength to bring peace, law, and fairness.


Romans should impose the law harshly on those they conquer.


Romans should rule the weak with their superior strength.


Romans should stop subjugating other groups of people.

Answer 1

I believe the answer is A