Question

Read this excerpt from "The Federalist Papers No. 2" and complete the task that follows.



"A chain of navigable waters surrounds much of the land like it was meant to hold it together. Large rivers, spaced conveniently across the country, act like highways that make it easy for people to help each other, trade goods, and stay connected."



Select the option from the drop-down menu that correctly completes the following sentence.

The excerpt contributes to the meaning of the text because it contributes to the idea that the citizens of America Select the correct option
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Answer 1

are easily able to help one another and trade because natural waterways connect them.