What is the best reason why this excerpt is important to the story? A. It develops the characterization of Paul's mother. B. It addresses the minor theme dealing with loneliness. C. It provides specific details about the historical setting. D. It addresses the major theme dealing with inequality

The best answer would be D.

Explanation:

D

Explanation:

one of the central themes of edward abbey's work has been his staunch opposition to the glen canyon dam on the colorado river that created lake powell, destroying stunning scenery and wildlife habitat, endangering many rare species of fish and animals, and also irreparably destroying many important archaeological sites which provided information about the early inhabitants of the united states.