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influence (noun)
in·flu·ence in-ˌflü-ən(t)s
\without his influence, who knows how long it would have been before equal rights
were protected for everyone?\

read the quote. what is the meaning of the word influence as it is used
in this context?

a the ability to change peoples actions or opinions

b the ability to make speeches

c the ability to make friends quickly

Explanation:

To determine the meaning of "influence" in the quote, we analyze the context. The quote suggests that "his influence" impacted the protection of equal rights. Option A, "the ability to change people's actions or opinions," fits because influencing others' actions/opinions would affect how quickly equal rights were protected. Option B (making speeches) and C (making friends quickly) are unrelated to the context of protecting equal rights.

Answer:

A. the ability to change people's actions or opinions