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

Question

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In 1940, the United States was not yet involved in World War II.
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, segregation of blacks and whites was still the norm.

In 1940, most high school students did not go on to college.
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. This fact best explains why it is significant that Angelou's narrative is set in 1940.

Answer 2

Which sentence below uses the word palpable correctly?
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She is a palpable student who earns straight As.
She is a palpable student who earns straight As.

His treatment of ordinary working-class people was palpable.
His treatment of ordinary working-class people was palpable.

During the argument, the tension in the room was palpable.
During the argument, the tension in the room was palpable.

Answer 3

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