Day 1 My Name is Pop Flashcard

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What emotion does Sandra Cisneros mostly express about her name?

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Discomfort

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What does Sandra wish she could do about her name?

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Change it to something that fits her better

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Why does Sandra say her name is 'the Mexican records my father plays on Sunday mornings'?

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Because her name feels old, sad, and full of regret

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Why does Sandra not want to inherit her grandmother’s 'place by the window'?

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It represents being trapped and silenced

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What can we infer about Sandra’s connection to her culture based on the passage?

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She respects it but also struggles with some parts of it

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What does the term 'identity' refer to in the context of names?

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Identity refers to the qualities, beliefs, and characteristics that make a person who they are.

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How can a name influence a person's self-perception?

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A name can shape how individuals see themselves and how they believe others perceive them.

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What is the significance of cultural heritage in personal identity?

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Cultural heritage contributes to a person's sense of belonging and influences their values and beliefs.

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What does it mean to feel 'trapped' by one's name?

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Feeling trapped by one's name means feeling constrained or limited by the expectations or associations that come with it.

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How can names carry emotional weight?

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Names can evoke memories, feelings, and cultural significance, impacting how individuals relate to them.