. What does the phrase “melting pot” in paragraph 11 imply about American culture? a. American culture is formed as white Americans steal facets from other cultures without their consideration. b. American culture completely destroys differences between cultures until everyone is exactly the same in their daily lifestyles.
c. American culture fears that which is different from it.
d. American culture requires those who are different to assimilate, or adopt the ways of American culture such as language and lifestyle.