I draw pictures of New York in my diary every night. Every time I think about New York, my legs jitter with excitement. Everything will be so new and different! I practice English with everyone I know, even with my family who still wants to speak to me in German. I'm starting to think in English and can't wait until English is all I speak. People walk around here like they are sad, but I couldn't be happier. I think I've already forgotten my life in Hamburg. Ellis Island, here we come!
In the fourth paragraph of "A Letter from the Atlantic," Liesl wonders what will happen "if the English all around [her] displaces the German of [her] youth."
How does Liesl's viewpoint conflict with that of her brother?
Liesl worries about losing ties to her home culture, while her brother looks forward to joining a new culture.
Liesl worries about losing ties to her home culture, while her brother looks forward to joining a new culture.
Liesl plans to remain proficient in German, while her brother plans to embrace English.
Liesl plans to remain proficient in German, while her brother plans to embrace English.
Liesl fears she will not speak English well, while her brother is confident in his English skills.
Liesl fears she will not speak English well, while her brother is confident in his English skills.
Liesl is certain she will be able to embrace two cultures, while her brother thinks he must choose one.
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The correct answer is:
Liesl worries about losing ties to her home culture, while her brother looks forward to joining a new culture.
Liesl expresses concern about the potential displacement of her German language and identity by English, indicating a fear of losing her cultural roots. In contrast, her brother is excited about embracing English and the new culture, showing eagerness to move forward and adapt without trepidation regarding his German heritage.
