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How is the phrase "all men are created equal" interpreted differently by
modern U.S. society?
A. Originally it referred only to the British, but today it also includes
Americans.
B. Originally it referred only to men, but today it includes women as
well.
OC. Originally it referred only to white men, but today it includes all
people.
OD. Originally it referred to educated people, but today it includes
everyone.

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Answer:

Option C

Step-by-step explanation:

Originally, it only referred to white men. Most if not all people of color were slaves, and women were considered inferior. (look up "racism and sexism in the history of the US") Now, although white men arguably have "more rights" (sexism and racism are still very much alive today), the phrase is meant to include all people, at least all citizens of the United States.

A. This is wrong, because "all men are created equal" was part of the US Declaration of Independence, and therefore shouldn't be referring to Brits.

B. This is wrong, because originally it didn't refer to men of color.

D. This is wrong, because the phrase was meant to convey that all people (all white men) should be considered equal regardless of status, education, etc.

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