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QuizMultiple Choice

Writing Workshop: Comparing Texts — Cumulative exam

Question 18 • CA-Common Core English Language Arts 11 B

How does Sandra Cisneros capture the idea of multicultural voices with the title of the short story "Mericans"?

Answer
A
The characters are American, so the title describes them extremely well.
B
The dropping of the letter “A” more strongly emphasizes Mexican culture.
C
The word is a blend of both languages, and thus represents both cultures.
D
The misspelling of the word reveals that English is not the children’s home language.

Explanation

“Mericans” blends “Mexicans” and “Americans” into one word, reflecting the children’s connection to both cultures. The title therefore captures the story’s multicultural voices rather than emphasizing only one language or identity.

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