Chapter 9's "In Their Shoes" Feature Relates the Story of a Student

question 16

Multiple Choice

Chapter 9's "In Their Shoes" feature relates the story of a student, born in Canada, who is tired of answering the question "Where are you from?" He is also routinely asked where he learned to speak such good English, how long he has been in Canada, if they have McDonald's restaurants where he came from, and where he learned to skate.What does the writer conclude from these experiences?

• A)Second-generation Canadian children have very similar experiences and identity.
• B)Canadian multiculturalism is not working because people look at racial and ethnic diversity as something that comes from another country.
• C)Children of parents who have immigrated to Canada have a great deal in common because of this experience.
• D)Cultural pluralism and integration are two concepts that Canadians have embraced.

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Definitions:

Boredom

A state of feeling disinterested in one's surroundings, activities, or responsibilities.

Communicator

An individual or entity that conveys information or messages to others through various mediums.

Message

A piece of information or communication sent from one individual or group to another.

Context

The circumstances or setting surrounding an event, statement, or idea which gives it additional meaning.