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Which of these stories fits the model of the American Dream?

A. Wealthy attorney loses everything after making a tragic mistake
B. Woman works at a factory for 20 years without a pay raise
C. Middle-class couple is unable to send their son to a good school
D. Theater actress receives a big role after years of waiting tables

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Do seems to be the right answer to me.
The American dream is to become rich and famous and/or successful

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Answer:

D. The theater actress receives a big role after years of waiting tables.

Step-by-step explanation:

The American Dream is a national ethos of the United States, it provides the ideals of freedom and includes the opportunity for prosperity and success. These are obtained through hard work in a society with few barriers.

The American Dream is seen in the Declaration of Independence when proclaims "all men are created equal" with the right to "life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness".

From the options given the only one that fits in the model of the American Dream is the D because is an actress that after her hard work through the years receives a big role.

I hope this answer helps you.

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