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Exploring the American Paradox

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What ideal was the United States envisioned as, according to the text?

A nation of prosperity and wealth
A land of religious oppressors
A shining city on a hill (correct)
A kingdom of kings and queens

In what way does the text describe American history?

As a saga of fairness and equality
As a record of harmony and prosperity
As a story of unity and peace
As a tale of cruelty and injustice (correct)

How has Black history often been treated in relation to American history?

As a dominant narrative
As an integral part
As a well-documented story
As an irrelevant footnote (correct)

What area of American life highlights the essential role of Black people?

Arts and sciences (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does Gwen Ifill suggest one can view race, based on the quote provided in the text?

Beyond grievance, with aspects like pride, empathy, and understanding (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main paradox highlighted in the text regarding the United States?

The vision of a shining city on a hill vs. the history of cruelty and oppression (B) Signup and view all the answers

How has Black history traditionally been treated in American historical narratives?

As an addendum or footnote (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to recognize Black history as intertwined with American history?

To acknowledge the impact of Black people on American society (C) Signup and view all the answers

What do the founders of the United States envision when they refer to 'a shining city on a hill'?

An exemplary nation that inspires others (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does Gwen Ifill suggest we can view race based on the quote provided in the text?

'Race should be viewed as a source of pride and humanity.' (D) Signup and view all the answers

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