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QuizMultiple Choice

Assimilation, Acculturation, and Accommodation

Question 4 • CA-Ethnic Studies

Which example shows acculturation within American society?

Answer
A
serving traditional American dishes like hamburgers and hot dogs at a local fair
B
adapting Japanese sushi to include ingredients like cream cheese and avocado which are common in the US
C
an American pizzeria that strictly follows authentic Italian pizza recipes with no variations
D
a US coffee shop that refuses to sell beverages that have origins in other countries

Explanation

Acculturation happens when elements of one culture are adapted through contact with another culture. In choice B, Japanese sushi is changed to include cream cheese and avocado, ingredients commonly used in the United States. The other choices either keep traditions unchanged or reject outside cultural influences.

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