6. Read the following sentences: “I care that we give custody of this office to someone who will build on our changes, not retreat to the past, someone who will continue the change all of us fought for. To preserve what we have and not risk losing it all . . .”
As used in this sentence, what does the word “preserve” mean?
A to give ownership to someone
B to change the nature of something
C to keep safe from harm or loss
D to allow someone to get hurt
7. Choose the answer that best completes the sentence below.
Reagan was honored and moved by the tribute; , he believed the tribute rightfully belonged to the people of the United States, not him.
A however
B for instance
C therefore
D ultimately
8. What kind of person does Reagan want to become president after him?