Hi, so I have this question.

Question

The growing popularity of newspapers, magazines, and books in the United States during the 19th century contributed to which of these?

The emergence of a uniquely American literary style
The expansion of educational opportunities for women and minorities ****
The spread of Enlightenment ideas among ordinary Americans
The support of the federal government for American arts and literature

I believe that it is B as newspapers wouldn't lead to a unique literary style and Enlightenment ideas (according to my texts) weren't spread much during this time period. There also is no mention of the federal government supporting the arts in the text.

I would appreciate any feedback on my answer and further evidence to possibly aid my answer. Thank you in advance.

Answer 1

However, my text does not have anything to support the expansion of educational opportunities for women and minorities.

It does mention the types of texts that became popular at that time, possibly pointing to answer A?

Any input from Ms. Sue or anyone who would be willing to help out would be great.

Thanks.

Answer 2

I think C is a better answer. A lot of people were still illiterate, despite the proliferation of newspapers and magazines.

Answer 3

Could you please explain why you believe it is that?
I'm just torn as I think it spread transcendentalist ideas, but there's no mention at all of Enlightenment ideas and I don't get how the popularity of newspapers would contribute to the spread of it.

Answer 4

If your text doesn't mention Enlightenment ideas, then that probably isn't the desired answer. I don't think of newspapers and magazines as literary leaders. However, I just noticed that books were included in answer A, so that is probably the answer you need.

Answer 5

I would kinda agree.
Would you consider Transcendentalist texts and books a uniquely American literary style?

Answer 6

Yes,

Answer 7

Got it.
Thanks!

Answer 8

You are welcome.