MrWiercinski Immigrated to the United States from Poland When He

question 12

Multiple Choice

Mr.Wiercinski immigrated to the United States from Poland when he was a child.Today, when asked to identify himself in terms of ethnicity, he answers "American." His answer indicates which dimension of assimilation?

• A)Cultural
• B)Structural
• C)Psychological
• D)Biological

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Definitions:

Unrealistic Pessimism

The tendency to overestimate the likelihood of negative outcomes happening.

Self-Talk

The internal dialogue a person has with themselves, which can influence their feelings, behaviors, and overall mental state.

Emotional Reactions

Immediate responses to stimuli or events that are characterized by feelings such as happiness, anger, or sadness.

Appraisals

Evaluations or assessments of something's value, significance, or condition, often in the context of mental processing regarding events or situations.