Question

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read the two sentences, then identify the purpose of the second sentence. * (1 punto)
anxious to ensure that america would depart from european traditions regarding religion and royalty, the early u.s. could be described as a place that focused more on work than on the entertainment offered by spectacle and ceremony in the old world. however, national celebrations such as the lighting of the white house christmas tree and the ceremonies used to swear in new federal officials give the american people some experiences that are based upon national tradition.
what does the second sentence do?
○ it cancels the meaning of the first sentence.
○ it adds more detail to the first sentence.
○ it provides an example of the first sentence.
○ it offers an exception (or contrast) to the information given in the first sentence.

Explanation:

The first sentence states the U.S. wanted to avoid European royal/religious traditions by focusing on work over spectacle. The second sentence gives specific, concrete examples (White House Christmas tree, inauguration ceremonies) of U.S. national traditions that fit this goal, adding specific details to the first sentence's claim.

Answer:

It adds more detail to the first sentence.