The theme of American History by Judith Ortiz Cofer are cultural isolation signified in Elena's difficulty with living in Patterson, New Jersey and how the attitudes of people around her affect her feelings about herself and the world.
Answer: The themes of American History by Judith Ortiz Cofer are cultural isolation and the effects of racism and xenophobia, signified in Elena's difficulty living in Patterson, New Jersey and how the attitudes of people around her affect her feelings about herself and the world.
C. This is the only option that includes words that carry a negative connotation and are also the opinion of the author rather than simple, factual analogies.
