Bilingualism and Cultural Identity
Authored by Brad Schreiber
English
7th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the primary reason the author's parents pretended not to understand Spanish?
To encourage the author and her sister to learn English
To maintain their cultural heritage
To make communication easier at home
To prepare them for future travels
Tags
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
According to the text, what was a significant benefit the author experienced from being bilingual?
She could travel easily between countries
She could help others who struggled with English
She gained a higher social status
She learned more languages easily
Tags
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the author imply by saying "I choose not to understand" in the context of the story about the young mother at the store?
She ignored the mother's request
She pretended not to understand Spanish
She understood the deeper meaning beyond the mother's words
She was confused by the mother's gestures
Tags
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RI.7.1
CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RL.7.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the author suggest about the state of Spanish language among Latinx Americans?
It is universally fluent and accurate
It is often associated with pain and discrimination
It is declining rapidly due to lack of use
It is becoming more popular than English
Tags
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.5.9
CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What historical injustice is mentioned as being inflicted on Mexican descent residents in Texas?
Economic exploitation
Educational barriers
State-sanctioned racial terror
Political disenfranchisement
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did the author's bilingual ability impact her understanding of cultural nuances?
It limited her understanding to only one culture
It did not affect her cultural understanding
It enriched her appreciation and understanding of multiple cultures
It confused her perceptions of cultural norms
Tags
CCSS.RL.7.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.5.9
CCSS.RL.5.2
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What role does the author believe language plays in preserving heritage among Latinx communities?
It has no significant role
It is crucial for maintaining traditions and values
It creates barriers within the community
It is less important than economic factors
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.6
CCSS.RI.7.9
CCSS.RL.7.6
CCSS.RI.6.9
CCSS.RI.8.9
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