What fact best explains why it is significant that Angelou's narrative is set in 1940?

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In 1940, the United States was not yet involved in World War II.

In 1940, segregation of blacks and whites was still the norm.

In 1940, most high school students did not go on to college.

Answer 1

In 1940, segregation of blacks and whites was still the norm.