4. Which of the following statements about early American and Colonial literature is NOT true? (1 point)

Question

Different authors share similar purposes and genres.

It's important to read from different voices to understand this era.

It consists mainly of nonfiction writings and poetry

The voices of women and minorities are absent from this period.

Answer 1

The statement "The voices of women and minorities are absent from this period" is NOT true. Early American and Colonial literature includes the writings of women and minority authors, albeit to a lesser extent compared to white male authors.