Who am I? Think again

Why does Patel avoid speaking English at the beginning of his talk?

• He doesn’t want people to understand him.

• He doesn’t want people to judge him based on his accent.

• He prefers speaking Chinese.

• He is shy.

How fluent is Patel in Chinese Mandarin?

• He speaks it perfectly.

• He learned only one paragraph by heart.

• He refuses to speak it.

• He mixes it with Hindi.

Why did Patel dislike wearing the Indian kurta pajama as a child?

• It was uncomfortable.

• He thought it was uncool and girly.

• It was too expensive.

• His father forced him.

What does Patel believe about imitation?

• It is always harmful.

• It helps shape our identity.

• It should be avoided.

• It makes people unoriginal.

Why did Patel grow a moustache?

• To please his father.

• As part of an art project.

• To look older.

• To imitate Bruce Lee.

What accent does Patel’s father have when speaking English?

• British

• American

• Indian

• Australian

How does Patel describe his Chinese language skills?

• incorrect and confusing

• Perfect but formal

• Correct but a bit strange

• He refuses to answer

What does Patel compare traditional Indian clothing to in order to feel comfortable?

• A superhero costume

• Kung fu warrior robes

• A business suit

• 1. Pyjamas

What type of language uses pitch changes to alter word meanings?

• Tonal language

• Dialect

• Slang

• Accent

What is the main message of the TED Talk?

• Accents are unimportant.

• Identity is fixed and unchangeable.

• Identity is multifaceted and shaped by many factors.

• Traditional clothing defines who you are.