Question

reading comprehension #3question 19/20defend a great nation. 10terrorist attacks can shake the foundations of our biggest buildings, but they cannot touch the foundation of america. these acts shatter steel, but they cannot dent the steelof american resolve. america was targeted for attack because were the brightest beaconfor freedom and opportunity in the world. and no one will keep that light from shining.today, our nation saw evil, the very worst of human nature, and we responded with the 15best of america. with the daring of our rescue workers, with the caring for strangersanda. the strength of buildings and the strength of the attackers.b. the american people and the attackers.c. the strength of buildings and the strength of a people.d. a buildings foundation and steel.e. american resolve and the foundations of america.

Explanation:

The text states that terrorist attacks can shake building foundations but cannot "dent the steel" of American resolve, which is the nation's core strength. It emphasizes that America's foundation is its resolve as a beacon of freedom, not physical structures or attackers. Option E matches this core message.

Answer:

E. American resolve and the foundations of America.