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ACTIVITY 1.3 continued
12 Assign the Working from the Text questions to help students assimilate the key ideas from this text.
13 Remind students to complete the Independent Reading Link.
12 SpringBoard® English Language Arts Grade 10 SCAFFOLDING THE TEXT-DEPENDENT QUESTIONS
12 SpringBoard® English Language Arts Grade 10
5. Craft and Structure (RI.9–10.6) Consider the authors’ use of
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the words “static” and “dynamic” in this paragraph to explain the concept of cultural identity. What can the reader conclude about the author’s point, and how does that relate to cultural identity? Reread paragraph 8 and look for the words “static” and “dynamic.” How can you use the words “static” and “dynamic” to describe everyday events? How can you use these words to restate the author’s ideas about cultural identity?
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Exploring Cultural Identity
My Notes
3. Key Ideas and Details: Based on the information given in the text, explain the difference between “cultural heritage” and “cultural inheritance.”
Students should be able to distinguish between the idea of a cultural heritage (e.g., of music and dance such as the polka or the “baile folklórico”) and an individual’s personal skills and interests (e.g., an inability to dance or lack of appreciation for the music of a culture). RI.9–10.1
4. Craft and Structure: What is the meaning of stereotype in paragraph 8?
In this context, stereotype means an overgeneralized belief about a group of
people. RI.9–10.4
5. Craft and Structure: Consider the authors’ use of the words “static” and “dynamic” in paragraph 8 to explain the concept of cultural identity. What can the reader conclude about the author’s point, and how does that relate to cultural identity?
The author is stating that culture is not a fixed element. It changes as people grow and change and integrate new customs and people into their individual webs of culture. RI.9–10.6
Working from the Text
6. Using the My Notes space, write an objective summary of each section of this text. How does each section contribute to the development of ideas about cultural identity? Be sure to note how ideas are developed and refined throughout the text.
7. What is your understanding of cultural identity based on this text?
8. Reflect on invisible aspects of your culture. What differences exist between you and your culture?
9. What are some examples of your culture? Explain how these aspects are dynamic.
INDEPENDENT
READING LINK
Read and Discuss
From your independent reading, select an example that illustrates a character’s cultural experience. The character may be part of a smaller cultural group within a larger and much different culture. Discuss the text with your peers, sharing how characters experience cultural identity.
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