According to "a quilt of a country," what ideals are in "constant conflict" in the united states?

Jim has found that he must consume 2,300 calories a day to reach his health goals, but he doesn't want to give up his afternoon snack of pretzels. unfortunately, he tends to eat the entire bag — which amounts to 1,300 calories! what strategy should jim use to improve his habits?

Based on the narrator's comments about living with the widow douglas, the reader can infer that a) the narrator doesn't care much for civilization and its strict rules. b) the narrator admires and wants to become more civilized and refined. c) the narrator is extremely religious and of high moral standing. d) the narrator desires to become a productive member of society.

Registrars maintain high a. standardized tests b. faculty payrolls c. transcripts d. sporting facilities