According to quindlen, what familiar object serves as an ideal representation of america?

Quilt

Explanation:

According to Quindlen, the quilt is the object that serves as an ideal representation of America. The quilt is made up of pieces of very different fabric sewn together to make a beautiful whole. In the author's opinion, America is similar. Very different and diverse people are brought together here and live together in a beautiful whole.

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