Question

"Terrorist attacks can shake the foundations of our biggest buildings, but they cannot touch the foundation of America."

How is the word foundation used in this sentence?
The word foundations is first used to mean
Then, it is used again to mean

Answer 1

Answer: The correct answer is,

1. Bases

2. Core

Explanation: Got it right on Edmentum :)

Answer 2

The word “foundation” could be used to mean the inner patriotism is the American people and their love for their beloved country. The “foundations” may also refer to the war of independence, all the people who were involved, all the people that gave their very lives to protect their motherland.