2. 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.

D. American culture requires those who are different to assimilate, or adopt the ways of American culture such as language and lifestyle.

Explanation:

Although we do not have the specific passage, this is not necessary, as we can still know what an author would mean by the phrase "melting pot." A melting pot is an analogy for a culture that resembles that of the United States. In the United States, many immigrants arrive and they all bring their own unique lifestyles and ways of thinking. However, regardless of these differences, American culture requires them to assimilate to some extent. These immigrants are likely to adopt the lifestyle and ways of thinking of mainstream American culture. Therefore, over time, the culture remains somewhat homogeneous despite the constant arrival of immigrants.