Identify the topic and claim that this compelling quotation from the novelist Chuck Palahniuk would best support in an introductory paragraph. “The truth is, immigrants tend to be more American than people born here.”Multiple choice question.Political polarization in the United States is largely driven by the demands of partisan media outlets.While the American dream was accessible in the middle of the twentieth century, relatively few people can achieve it today.The best way for Americans to get better healthcare is to emigrate to a country like Canada.Prejudice against immigrants is a result of Americans misunderstanding immigrants and failing to get to know them personally.Need help? Review these concept resources.

PART A: Which statement best expresses the central idea of the text?A. While Steinbeck doesn't agree with the treatment of migrant workers, he understands that treating them unfairly is necessary to support America's agriculture industry.B. Despite the hostility toward migrant workers and their difficult life experiences, their work is essential to the success of the nation's agriculture industry.C. Migrant workers are often taken advantage of during harvests, because they don't know that they have a right to better conditions and pay.D. While America understands that it abuses the labor of migrant workers, the nation appreciates the sacrifices workers make to support the agriculture industry.

How do paragraphs 21-25 contribute to the development of ideas in the article?A. They make the point that migrant workers' low status and exclusion from community life are problematic in a democracy.B. They argue that migrant workers are more likely to leave a community where they feel their voice is not heard or respected.C. They suggest that migrant workers will likely improve the democratic systems in the communities where they work.D. They maintain that the poor treatment of migrant workers reveals that the American public is less compassionate than people often believe.

Which quote reveals the author's point of view and potential for bias?A."The rules surrounding charter schools are too complicated for many parents."B."The mayor expected her budget to pass easily and was surprised to find out that people were so strongly opposed to it."C."Like his father before him, the political candidate is running on a pro-business platform."D."As a recent immigrant, I support making permanent residence easier to obtain."SUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

Which statement best summarizes Fitzgerald’s claim about the American dream? (RL.11.2)Group of answer choicesThe American dream can be achieved through a person’s connections to more successful people.The American dream is possible if people work really hard.The American dream is impossible to achieve for people who are intent on recreating the past.The American dream can only be achieved through illegal means.

Which author of multicultural literature attended Rutgers University and wrote about the experience of immigrants during the 2008 global financial crisis in her novel Behold the Dreamers?A.Imbolo MbueB.Sandra CisnerosC.Amy TanD.Judith Ortíz Cofer