20. Part B: Which of the following pieces of text evidence best supports the answer to Part A?(5 points)

Question

A) “I always felt I was struggling with myself to define me,” and “I began to understand that both cultures were a part of my identity.”

B) “I figured my classmates saw me the same way they saw each other,” and “I always wished my parents could be like my classmates’ parents.”

C) “I loved the traditional sari, speaking a unique language, my unique physical features and, of course, the food,” and “I rejected Bengali traditions entirely to fit in.”

D) “I took all the snares, insults, laughs and empowered myself to stand strong on my ground,” and “I am fully immersed within both and I intend to keep things like this.”

Answer 1

To determine which piece of text evidence best supports the answer to Part A, we should focus on which option highlights the speaker's personal journey regarding cultural identity, acceptance, and the struggle of belonging to two different cultures.

A) This option touches upon the struggle of self-identification and acknowledges the impact of both cultures on the speaker’s identity.

B) This option reflects feelings of comparison with classmates but does not emphasize the acceptance of both cultures.

C) This option indicates a love for one culture while simultaneously rejecting another, suggesting conflict rather than a balanced identity.

D) This option highlights empowerment and commitment to embracing both cultures, showcasing a stronger acceptance of both aspects of their identity.

Given that Part A likely asks about the speaker's understanding or acceptance of their dual cultural identity, Option D would be the best choice as it emphasizes empowerment and immersion in both cultures without rejection.