"Legal Alien" MC Quiz

1. What is the main theme of the poem "Legal Alien"? (7R2)

• a. The challenges of learning multiple languages

• b. The complexity of living between two cultures

• c. The process of immigration to America

• d. The benefits of being bilingual

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.2

2. Which phrase best represents textual evidence of the speaker feeling like an outsider? (7R1)

• a. "able to slip from 'How's life?'"

• b. "drafting memos in smooth English"

• c. "viewed by Anglos as perhaps exotic"

• d. "able to order in fluent Spanish"

3. How does the speaker's ability to speak two languages affect their identity? (7R3)

• a. It makes them more accepted by both cultures

• b. It creates confusion about their true identity

• c. It helps them advance professionally

• d. It causes them to feel isolated from both groups

4. What does the word "hyphenated" suggest about the speaker's identity?

• a. They are divided between cultures

• b. They are fully American

• c. They are temporarily in America

• d. They are legally documented

5. How does the poet develop the speaker's perspective throughout the poem? (7R6)

• a. Through descriptions of work experiences

• b. Through others' reactions to the speaker

• c. Through childhood memories

• d. Through family relationships

6. What is the effect of using Spanish phrases in the poem? (7R4)

• a. To confuse the reader

• b. To demonstrate cultural division

• c. To add humor to the poem

• d. To show linguistic ability

7. Which line best illustrates the speaker's coping mechanism? (7R3)

• a. "by masking the discomfort"

• b. "drafting memos in smooth English"

• c. "Me'stan volviendo loca"

• d. "definitely different"

8. How does the structure of the poem contribute to its meaning? (7R5)

• a. It creates a rhythmic pattern

• b. It emphasizes cultural duality

• c. It follows a traditional format

• d. It creates suspense

9. What is the speaker's tone toward their situation?

• a. Angry and resentful

• b. Resigned and frustrated

• c. Proud and celebratory

• d. Humorous and light-hearted

10. Which phrase best describes the speaker's relationship with Mexican culture?

• a. Complete rejection

• b. Partial acceptance

• c. Full integration

• d. Uncomfortable connection