Question

read the excerpt from speaking arabic
at a neighborhood fair in texas, somewhere between the german oom - pah sausage stand and the mexican gorditas booth, i overheard a young man say to his friend, \i wish i had a heritage. sometimes i feel—so lonely for one.\ and the tall american trees were dangling their thick branches right down over his head.
which best explains how nyes word choice helps establish her voice in the excerpt?
nye uses short, forceful words to support her opinion that an american heritage is limited and mechanical
nye describes a neighborhood fair to support her opinion that the idea of an american heritage does not exist.
nye creates a powerful image of trees to support her opinion that living among a variety of cultures is an america heritage.
nye directly quotes something she heard in order to express her distress over a lack of american heritage.

Explanation:

Nye describes a multicultural setting (German and Mexican food stands) and the image of American trees. This suggests that living among diverse cultures is part of American heritage. The quote about longing for heritage is juxtaposed with this diverse environment, emphasizing the rich cultural tapestry as heritage.

Answer:

Nye creates a powerful image of trees to support her opinion that living among a variety of cultures is an American heritage.