Read this passage from the story:

"What do they eat for breakfast in England?"

"Um, ham, or bacon," I said, "but they put baked beans on their toast." I was conscious of saying they only after I said it, as if I hadn't done the same thing for over three years. As if I hadn't been, at least for temporary purposes, one of them.

Why did the author include this passage?

It shows that Rebecca's taste in breakfast foods did not change when she lived abroad.
It highlights Rebecca's unwillingness to open herself up to new experiences.
It illustrates that Rebecca's sense of identity has been affected by her experiences.
It demonstrates Rebecca's contempt for the people she met on her travels.

The author included this passage to illustrate that Rebecca's sense of identity has been affected by her experiences. By reflecting on how she used to be part of a different culture and lifestyle, Rebecca's inner conflict and feelings of detachment are revealed. This passage shows that her time abroad has left a lasting impact on her and has influenced her sense of self.