Question

Which statement best explains the role context plays in better understanding this excerpt? Quindlen uses the context of American diversity to help readers rethink the concept of American identity and understand that she supports the idea of unity among Americans of all cultures. Understanding that Quindlen is the descendant of immigrants helps the reader realize that she supports the idea that some cultures are naturally better than others. Quindlen uses the context of living in the United States during the 9/11 attacks to help the reader realize that she feels that unity among all Americans is impossible to achieve. Understanding that Quindlen is an immigrant from another country helps readers realize that she understands societies like the United States more than most people.

Answer 1

A, is the correct answer

Answer 2

Understanding that Quindlen is an immigrant from another country helps readers realize that she understands societies like the United States more than most people. I would say that this statement pretty well summarizes the excerpt and shows that it is necessary to know that she is an immigrant from another country ie the context of her thoughts re American society.