Hernandez, a Student from a Minority Group, Refrains from Speaking

question 26

Multiple Choice

Hernandez, a student from a minority group, refrains from speaking proper English and scoring good grades despite being intelligent. Hernandez's behavior shows that ________.

• A) he believes in the metaphor that the glass is half empty
• B) he is not capable of competing with his classmates
• C) he firmly believes in color-blind racism
• D) he does not want to be caught acting White

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Definitions:

Cerebral Peduncles

Two stalk-like structures at the base of the brain that connect the cerebrum to the lower parts of the brainstem, involved in motor function control.

Internal Capsule

A white matter structure situated in the brain consisting of nerve fibers that connect the cerebral cortex with the brainstem, playing a crucial role in motor control.

Wernicke Area

A region in the brain's temporal lobe associated with processing and understanding spoken language.

Coherent Speech

The ability to produce clear, logical, and consistent verbal communication.