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Multiple Choice

What is the main theme of the short story 'Mrs. Dutta Writes a Letter' by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni?

• The challenges of adapting to a new culture.

• The importance of writing letters.

• The relationship between a mother and her son.

• The history of Indian traditions.

Multiple Choice

Why does Mrs. Dutta write a letter in the story?

• To express her feelings about missing her life in India.

• To invite her friend to visit her in the United States.

• To describe her new life to her family in India.

• To ask for advice on adapting to American culture.

Multiple Choice

What cultural difference does Mrs. Dutta notice between Kolkata and America regarding neighbors?

• In Kolkata, neighbors are more formal, while in America, they are informal.

• In Kolkata, neighbors invite each other for tea, while in America, they only wave and greet from a distance.

• In Kolkata, neighbors avoid interaction, while in America, they are very friendly.

• In Kolkata, neighbors are indifferent, while in America, they are welcoming.

Multiple Choice

Why does Mrs. Dutta hesitate to wear jeans as suggested by her daughter-in-law?

• She finds jeans uncomfortable.

• She is concerned about what the neighbors might think.

• She prefers traditional clothing for religious reasons.

• She does not like the suggestion from her daughter-in-law.

Open Ended

Com base na leitura e no objetivo da aula, avalie a seguinte afirmação: 'Existe um único e correto inglês padrão que deve ser usado por todos os falantes'. Justifique sua posição, utilizando o contexto da Mrs. Dutta.

Open Ended

Você foi convidado a criar uma nova forma de interação em Inglês como Língua Franca (ILF) que inclua o Brasil. Crie uma breve frase ou diálogo onde uma palavra em português (ex: saudade, coxinha) é incorporada ao inglês. Justifique como essa criação exemplifica a transformação da língua pelo falante.