Somalinimo

What was one of the initial challenges the speaker faced upon entering Cambridge?

• Finding accommodation

• Adjusting to the cultural environment

• Making new friends

• Understanding the academic curriculum

How did the speaker feel about the formal hall experience at Cambridge?

• It was empowering and inclusive

• It was isolating and challenging

• It was similar to a regular dinner

• It was a casual event

What shared experience did the speaker and others feel at Cambridge?

• Feeling out of place

• Feeling academically unprepared

• Feeling socially overwhelmed

• Feeling financially burdened

What proverb did the speaker's mother often share?

• Clothes that aren't yours can't shelter you from the cold

• The early bird catches the worm

• A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush

• Actions speak louder than words

How did the speaker's parents view their Somali heritage?

• As a temporary phase

• As irrelevant

• As a source of pride

• As a burden

What was a significant struggle for the speaker regarding identity?

• Balancing Somali and British identities

• Deciding on a place to live

• Selecting a university major

• Choosing between career paths

How does the speaker feel about wearing the hijab?

• It is a fashion statement

• It is unnecessary

• It is a part of their identity

• It is a burden

What realization did the speaker have about their identity at Cambridge?

• They should embrace their Somali heritage

• They should focus solely on academics

• They should avoid discussing their background

• They needed to change to fit in

What does the speaker hope to achieve by being at Cambridge?

• To become famous

• To travel the world

• To inspire future generations

• To earn a high salary

What legacy does the speaker wish to leave behind?

• A collection of academic papers

• A financial fortune

• A new cultural tradition

• A path for others to follow