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Melting Pot, a Derogatory and Incorrect Phrase

Quiz by Maria João Carvalho

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  • Q1
    What has historically been the American attitude towards immigrants during prosperous times?
    They have been blamed for economic problems.
    They have faced severe restrictions.
    They have been ignored completely.
    They have been welcomed.
    30s
  • Q2
    What does the term 'Great American Melting Pot' imply?
    It indicates that immigrants retain all their cultural traits.
    It suggests that immigrants lose their original cultures to create a new American culture.
    It means that American culture is isolated and unaffected by immigrants.
    It implies that all cultures exist separately without influence on each other.
    30s
  • Q3
    What is a critical viewpoint expressed about the melting pot concept?
    It promotes the idea of cultural superiority.
    It suggests there is no need for cultural exchange.
    It encourages immigrants to abandon their identities.
    It oversimplifies the complexities of cultural integration.
    30s
  • Q4
    Why do many immigrants cling to their original cultures?
    They have no interest in assimilating.
    They are forbidden from adapting to the new culture.
    They find security in their cultural origins.
    They view their original culture as superior.
    30s
  • Q5
    What is one reason cities like Los Angeles are viewed as melting pots?
    They are seen as diverse and multicultural.
    They are homogenous and uniform.
    They are solely representative of American culture.
    They have no presence of different cultures.
    30s
  • Q6
    What does the text suggest about the fusion of cultures versus melting?
    Melting leads to cultural fusion.
    Fusion allows for the preservation of individual characteristics.
    Melting is a more beneficial process than fusion.
    Fusion erases cultural identities.
    30s
  • Q7
    What challenge does the text highlight regarding immigration in America?
    The overwhelming support for immigration policies.
    The clarity of the melting pot concept.
    The lack of immigrants in American society.
    The need for clear thinking about immigration reform.
    30s
  • Q8
    How have local communities reacted to immigration issues according to the text?
    They have welcomed all immigrants.
    They have supported federal immigration reforms.
    They have enforced strict local policies.
    They have ignored the situation completely.
    30s
  • Q9
    What is one consequence of believing in the melting pot myth?
    It fosters unity among diverse cultures.
    It hinders realistic discussions about immigration.
    It leads to better understanding of diversity.
    It encourages immigrants to share their cultures.
    30s
  • Q10
    What does the author suggest should replace the melting pot concept?
    A recognition of cultural complexity and diversity.
    A simplistic view of cultural exchange.
    A focus on American cultural supremacy.
    An emphasis on total assimilation.
    30s

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