2.2.4 Qulz: Arguments about Imperialism Question 5 of 5 Which point is Mark Twain making in "To the Person Sitting in Darkness"? A. Imperialists are doing the important work of civilization. B. Imperialists use civilization as an excuse to take advantage of people. C. Colonial people are not ready for self-government. D. Imperialists have been too slow in taking control of new lands.