The author most likely uses the following (lines 38–39) to show .

And no, I don’t celebrate the death of children,
I don’t wish to destroy homes and churches.
Answer choices for the above question

A. the stereotypes Muslims face in the United States

B. some of the questions the speaker was asked by immigration before being allowed into the country

C. the speaker’s reflection on her previous attitudes toward Westerners

D. that the speaker’s house, church, and siblings were lost in the war

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The author most likely uses the lines "And no, I don’t celebrate the death of children, / I don’t wish to destroy homes and churches." to show:

A. the stereotypes Muslims face in the United States

This interpretation aligns with the speaker's need to clarify and refute any misconceptions about their views and actions, particularly regarding violence and destruction, which are often associated with negative stereotypes about Muslims.