Question

america has a deeply confused image of itself that is in perpetual tension. we are a nation that takes pride in our ethnic diversity, recognizing its importance in shaping our society and in adding richness to its existence. yet, we simultaneously insist that we can and must function and live in a race- and color-blind way that ignores these very differences that in other contexts we laud. —“a latina judge’s voice,” sonia sotomayor how do the underlined phrases affect the meaning and tone of this passage?
○ they show diversity.
○ they demand change.
○ they celebrate diversity.
○ they express a moral dilemma.

Explanation:

1. Analyze "deeply confused image" and "perpetual tension": These show internal conflict. "Race - and color - blind way" while lauding differences creates a conflict between valuing diversity and ignoring it.
2. Evaluate options:

• "Show diversity" is incorrect as the phrases focus on conflict, not showing diversity.
• "Demand change" is incorrect as the phrases describe a dilemma, not demand change.
• "Celebrate diversity" is incorrect as the conflict is about ignoring differences despite lauding them.
• "Express a moral dilemma" fits: The nation is in tension between valuing ethnic diversity and trying to be race - color - blind, ignoring those differences, creating a moral/conceptual conflict.

Answer:

D. They express a moral dilemma.