4. which of the following sentences best states the main idea of “the literature of the americas”? (1 point) it is difficult to understand literature from other countries because meaning is often lost in translation. literature across the americas is similar because the countries share a history of european conquest. the literature of the americas reflects the diversity of the people and cultures in each region. it is important to study literature from a variety of cultures because it may you learn something new

Directions: in 2 - 3 paragraphs respond to mack's idea about the "interplay of life and literature" in lines 92 - 100 in " why read shakespeare". 1. explain what it means to say that finding meaning in shakespeare "is a sort of proving ground for finding beauty and meaning in life". provide reasons that support your claim. 2. explain which is more important - that literature teaches readers about life or that understanding life readers understand literature. identify examples from literature you have read. 3. summarize your view of the interplay between literature and your own lives, explaining whether you see a connection or not and why.