Author's Style and Layers of Meaning in Cane — Unit test
Question 23 • *CR English 3 S2 [E3060OX]
Read the passage from “Child of the Americas."I am a child of the Americas,a light-skinned mestiza of the Caribbean, a child of many diaspora, born into this continent at a crossroads. How does the word “crossroads” help to develop the author’s tone?
Answer
A
It is imagery that describes the merging of different cultures.
B
It is imagery that describes a cultural boundary that should not be crossed.
C
It is an allusion to an actual boundary between continents.
D
It is a strong word that expresses an attitude of resentment and bitterness.
Explanation
“Crossroads” suggests a place where different paths meet. In the passage, the speaker describes having roots in many cultures and diasporas, so the word conveys the meeting and blending of those backgrounds. This supports the idea of cultural merging, not a forbidden boundary or resentment.
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