Why You Should Be Proud Of Your Ethnic Name

The transcript discusses the personal and cultural significance of the name Te-Ping, highlighting the challenges faced with its pronunciation in California. It delves into the family's heritage and naming traditions dating back to the Song dynasty, emphasizing the importance of honoring one's roots. The speaker reflects on identity and the value of embracing history, ultimately choosing to pass on the tradition by giving their son a Chinese name, symbolizing strength and connection to their origins.

What feelings did the narrator experience when people mispronounced her name?

• Pride and confidence

• Indifference and apathy

• Embarrassment and discomfort

• Joy and excitement

Why did the narrator's parents choose to give her a name from their heritage?

• To honor their family traditions

• To make it easier for others to pronounce

• To fit in with American culture

• Because it was a popular name

What does the narrator believe is necessary for history to survive?

• Embracing it

• Changing it

• Forgetting it

• Ignoring it

What does the narrator's son's name represent?

• Peace

• Joy

• Strength

• Virtue

What is the narrator's perspective on cultural identity?

• It is a burden to carry

• It should be hidden

• It is a source of strength

• It is irrelevant in modern times