The author&rsquo;s critics would argue that:

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The author’s critics would argue that:

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A.
Empathy can overcome identity politics.
B.
Language is insufficient to bridge cultural barriers.
C.
Linguistic politics can be erased.
D.

Orientalism cannot be practiced by Egyptians.

Option B is the correct answer.

Explanatory Answer

The author observes ‘both the Chinese and the Egyptians welcomed me because I spoke their languages. My identity as a white male was far less important than my ability to communicate.’ That is, he believes language can help overcome identity politics. His critics’ view would be the opposite: language is insufficient to bridge cultural barriers.