What Metaphor Has Been Used to Describe the Process of Immigrant

question 56

Multiple Choice

What metaphor has been used to describe the process of immigrant assimilation into U.S. dominant culture?

• A) nationalism
• B) tossed salad
• C) melting pot
• D) ethnic cleansing

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Definitions:

Promiscuous

Engaging in sexual activity with a number of partners on a casual basis.

Nature-Nurture Issue

The debate concerning the relative importance of an individual's innate qualities versus personal experiences in determining or causing differences in physical and behavioral traits.

Psychological Traits

Characteristics of personality that are stable over time and across situations, influencing behavior and experiences.

Physical Traits

Observable characteristics of the body, including genetic features such as hair color, height, and eye color.