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Analyzing Media Through an Ethnic Studies Lens — Unit test

Question 2 • CA-Ethnic Studies

What language choice symbolizes a cultural tension experienced by some in the Jewish community in America?

Answer
A
choosing between Hebrew and English
B
preferring Spanish over English
C
deciding to use Yiddish versus English
D
opting for Russian instead of English

Explanation

For some Jewish Americans, choosing between Yiddish and English reflects a tension between maintaining a traditional Jewish cultural identity and assimilating into broader American society. Yiddish is associated with Jewish heritage and community life, while English is the dominant language in the United States. Therefore, the choice symbolizing this cultural tension is using Yiddish versus English.

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