Read the passage from Benito Mussolini's "The Doctrine
of Fascism."
In the Fascist State, the individual is not suppressed, but
rather multiplied, just as in a regiment a soldier is not
weakened, but multiplied by the number of his
comrades. The Fascist State organizes the nation, but it
leaves sufficient scope for individuals; it has limited
useless or harmful liberties and has preserved those that
are essential. It cannot be the individual who decides in
this manner, but only the State.
According to the passage, which statement would most
likely have been compatible with Mussolini's
philosophy?
By strengthening the rights and liberties of individuals,
the state is able to thrive and expand.
By strengthening the military, the state can protect the
rights and liberties of individuals.
O By strengthening the state, individuals are able to
preserve essential rights and liberties.
O By strengthening the state, the dictatorship ensures
individual rights and liberties.