A Place to Call Home Quiz

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Research shows that most immigrants to the United States
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• A feel that they made a mistake in moving.

• B plan to return to their birth country soon.

• C want to try living in a different country.

• D say they are happy with their choice.

According to the report, immigrants believe that learning to speak English is
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• A. too difficult for most people they know.

• B. important for getting and keeping a job.

• C. necessary for children but not for adults.

• D. required before moving to the United States.

Which of the following does the report say was surprising to many immigrants? Mark only one oval.

• It takes a lot of hard work to succeed in the United States.

• Life in the United States is a lot like what is shown in movies.

• They rarely see others from their birth countries.

• There is little respect for American laws and customs.

Most immigrants believe it is important for their children to mark only one oval.

• have classes in their native language.

• have jobs that require them to speak English.

• learn to speak English in school.

• speak only their native language at home.

The authors suggest that recent immigrants telephone friends and relatives in their birth countries more often because Mark only one oval.

• most are planning to return to their birth countries.

• they want to practice speaking English.

• technology makes it easier and cheaper.

• they are asking for money to pay expenses.

Perpetual means.

• having a lot of hope

• lasting a long time

• staying in one place

• showing great respect

A tumult is.

• a disorderly disturbance

• an unexpected fall

• a dangerous storm

• a very high peak

Something that is pernicious is.

• valuable or appreciated

• used for enjoyment

• harmful or destructive

• in need of repair