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What critique can be made regarding societal norms from the poem?

1

Society fully embraces diversity.

2

Prejudices shape personal interactions.

3

Conversations are always respectful.

4

Technology bridges racial gaps.

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Answer

B. Prejudices shape personal interactions.

Solution:

The poem critiques how societal prejudices shape personal interactions, as shown by the landlady’s treatment of the speaker based solely on their race, highlighting systemic bias.

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