The sentence from the passage supports the idea that women were important by showcasing the power held by women in some American Indian tribes. Here's how each answer choice aligns or misaligns with the sentence:
1. "It shows the consistency of the role of women in colonial America."
- This choice is incorrect because the sentence specifically refers to American Indian tribes, not colonial America. It does not talk about consistency across different cultures.
2. "It explains why some women held power in society while others did not."
- This choice is incorrect as well. The sentence does not delve into the reasons behind power dynamics among women in society, but rather highlights the fact that women in some American Indian tribes held significant power.
3. "It contrasts the power of women in one culture as opposed to the women in another culture."
- This answer is accurate. The sentence contrasts the power dynamics by showing that women in some American Indian tribes held much power, highlighting differences in power structures across cultures.
4. "It describes how American Indian women inspired colonial women to accept a greater role in society."
- This choice is incorrect. The sentence does not mention any inspiration or influence on colonial women by American Indian women but focuses on the power held by women in American Indian tribes.
Therefore, the correct answer is:
- It contrasts the power of women in one culture as opposed to the women in another culture.
