Question

In two to three sentences, explain how the context of Quindlen's piece affects your understanding of the central idea. Use details from the op-ed in your response.

Answer 1

Answer:

(i) Americans are united at time of hardship.

(ii) It concentrates on the diversity of the American society and their unity.

Quindlen's piece was written in context of the aftermath of the terrorist attack of 9/11. It concentrated on how the Americans overcame the trauma.

Answer 2

Answer:

a connection between context and the central idea

a connection between context and opinion

a connection between context and purpose

Explanation:

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