How does the following quotation from paragraph 5 contribute to Catt’s overall argument?: “Behold our Uncle Sam floating the banner with one hand, ‘Taxation without representation is tyranny,’ and with the other seizing the billions of dollars paid in taxes by women to whom he refuses ‘representation.’”
A. It emphasizes the patriotism of women in order to convince Congress that
women are just as deserving of the vote as men.
B. It contradicts the beliefs of the American Revolution, suggesting that antiquated
creeds have no place in modern society.
C. It suggests that women should not be forced to pay taxes if they are not given a
vote.
D. It points out the hypocrisy of disenfranchisement for women when compared to
fundamental American beliefs.