Answer:
They feared a military attack, as their military was not strong enough compared to the Western countries.
Explanation:
The answer is A. Because her guests' reactions determined her designs' appeals.
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Colorism-skin tone discrimination in America is basically discrimination based on someones skin color. It's a form of prejudice in which people are treated differently based on the social meanings and connotations attached to their skin color. However, It's not really a synonyms for racism, even though it seems like it.
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