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Question 25 • CA-Ethnic Studies

Which scenario best demonstrates how an individual's personal identity is shaped by intrinsic factors?

Answer

Jamal chooses a career in social work because he has always been naturally empathetic and wants to help others.

Leah starts wearing makeup because all her friends are doing it, and she wants to fit in.

Akira becomes interested in environmental issues after learning about climate change in her science class.

Ahmed starts playing basketball because his neighborhood has many basketball courts, making it the most accessible sport.

Explanation

Intrinsic factors come from within a person, such as natural traits, interests, or motivations. Jamal’s empathy is an inner quality that leads him to choose a career helping others, so this scenario best shows identity shaped by an intrinsic factor. Leah is influenced by friends, Akira by classroom learning, and Ahmed by his surroundings.

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