What is another word other than pressure using the root press

Read this passage from "the american dream." it does not say all white men, but it says all men. . how does the second part of the sentence relate to the first part?

In the story “seventh grade,” victor’s and michael’s hopes and expectations about girls often cause them to a.act in embarrassing ways. b.get into trouble at school. c.struggle with friendships. d.do poorly in their classes.

What elements of mythology and folklore are important to humans