Why is it ineffective to ask students to present to the class about their own cultures?
A. They often do not know much about their own cultures.
B. They don't speak English well enough to do it.
C. They are being asked to highlight differences when they are trying to fit in.
D. They should be encouraged to stop focusing on their own cultures and adopt a new one.
C/Explanation
A. Students often know a great deal about their cultures.
B. This should not stop them from expressing themselves in class.
C. They often don't appreciate being put in a fishbowl in front of their peers.
D. They should be encouraged to learn about and appreciate their own cultures as well as many others.
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