Cultural Identity and Family Dynamics

The transcript narrates the speaker's life journey from being born in the Philippines to immigrating to the United States. It highlights the challenges faced during the immigration process, adapting to a new culture, and the cultural differences experienced in school. The speaker shares personal experiences of feeling different due to cultural upbringing and language barriers, while also expressing gratitude for the family's sacrifices.

In which year was the narrator born?

• 2002

• 2000

• 2003

• 2001

What was the main reason the narrator's parents wanted to move to the United States?

• To escape political unrest

• To join family members

• For better job opportunities

• For educational purposes

What was one of the initial challenges the narrator faced in kindergarten?

• Understanding math

• Making friends

• Finding the classroom

• Wearing a uniform

In what year was the narrator's sister born?

• 2008

• 2007

• 2006

• 2005

What cultural values did the narrator's parents emphasize?

• Individualism

• Traditional Filipino morals

• Liberalism

• Modern American values

What was a common theme in the narrator's childhood lectures?

• Science

• Sports

• Religion

• Art

What type of food did the narrator bring to school that was considered unusual?

• Sandwiches

• Salads

• Pasta

• Rice and Filipino dishes

How did the narrator feel about their father's accent?

• Amused

• Embarrassed

• Proud

• Indifferent

What did the narrator have to do when people couldn't understand their father's accent?

• Translate for him

• Speak louder

• Ignore them

• Write it down

Despite the challenges, how does the narrator feel about their family?

• Frustrated

• Indifferent

• Grateful

• Resentful