Question

Which statement best evaluates how the creation and preservation of Mount Rushmore relate to cultural identity?(1 point)
Responses

Some individuals’ patriotic cultural identity is reflected in the existence of Mount Rushmore.
Some individuals’ patriotic cultural identity is reflected in the existence of Mount Rushmore.

There is overwhelming support for the preservation of Mount Rushmore by Indigenous peoples.
There is overwhelming support for the preservation of Mount Rushmore by Indigenous peoples.

Mount Rushmore represents presidents who were supportive of Indigenous causes.
Mount Rushmore represents presidents who were supportive of Indigenous causes.

Mount Rushmore is unrelated to the cultural identity of most U.S. citizens.

Answer 1

The statement that best evaluates how the creation and preservation of Mount Rushmore relate to cultural identity is:

"Some individuals’ patriotic cultural identity is reflected in the existence of Mount Rushmore."

This statement acknowledges that Mount Rushmore holds significance for many people as a symbol of American patriotism, while also recognizing that views on its cultural meaning can vary widely among different groups, especially Indigenous peoples.