Question

1. part a: what is the meaning of the word equanimity from parag

\to form a more perfect union\ by maya angelou
1 we, american women, view our history with equanimity. we allow the positive achievements to
inspire us and the negative omissions to teach us.
2 we recognize the accomplishments of our sisters, those famous and heralded women of history
and those unknown and unsung women whose strengths gave birth to our strength.
3 we recognize those women who were and are immobilized by oppression and crippled by
prejudice.
4 we recognize that no nation can boast of balance until each member of a nation is equally
employed and equally rewarded.
5 we recognize that women collectively have been unfairly treated and dishonorably
portrayed.
6 we recognize our responsibility to work toward the eradication of neglect in our society and by
doing so, bring honor to our gender, to our species, and to ourselves individually. because of the
a. a feeling of joy towards something or someone
b. evenness of mind, especially under stress
c. marked by extreme calm, impassivity, and steadiness
d. hate or anger toward someone or something
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Explanation:

The word "equanimity" means a calm and composed state of mind, especially in difficult or stressful situations. In the context of the passage, American women view their history with a composed mindset, using both positive and negative aspects as lessons. Option B "Evenness of mind, especially under stress" best captures this meaning.

Answer:

B. Evenness of mind, especially under stress