Speculating about causes can be interesting assignments to complete. This type of essay demands a structured format and thinking process. The essay I choose to write about, “Hispanic Pride vs. American Assimilation” by Stephanie Cox talks about an issue that is growing among Hispanic immigrants to choose not to learn English. Cox wants to learn and know more about the subject before she judges the decision. Why are they not making an effort to learn to speak English like all other immigrants do? I know must of the Hispanics immigrants here come to work and give their family a better life so they don’t really have much time to learn English because they are more focusing on having a better life. However, in my opinion, there are no excuses to not learn English because where there’s a will there’s a way.
Cox starts her essay by telling the story of a Spanish-speaking mother who loses …show more content…
However, she explains that there is a new phenomenon among many U.S. immigrants choosing to adapt to American culture without losing the traditions and values of their native countries. This is true, for example, in my house my family and I keep doing the things we use to do in our country, we speak Spanish to each others, we only speak English when we have to. Cox also gives an example of how in Los Angeles Hispanics are striving to maintain their own culture.
She gives three causes, or explanations, on why immigrants are reluctant to assimilate, forgetting old traits and adopting new ones. First, is the strong feeling of pride Hispanics have for their country and values. Second, is the close proximity of Hispanics to their native country. Third, is the seeming lack of support from many Hispanics Americans to help new immigrants assimilate. Many Hispanics see isolation as a way to hold on their cultural
Cox starts her essay by telling the story of a Spanish-speaking mother who loses …show more content…
However, she explains that there is a new phenomenon among many U.S. immigrants choosing to adapt to American culture without losing the traditions and values of their native countries. This is true, for example, in my house my family and I keep doing the things we use to do in our country, we speak Spanish to each others, we only speak English when we have to. Cox also gives an example of how in Los Angeles Hispanics are striving to maintain their own culture.
She gives three causes, or explanations, on why immigrants are reluctant to assimilate, forgetting old traits and adopting new ones. First, is the strong feeling of pride Hispanics have for their country and values. Second, is the close proximity of Hispanics to their native country. Third, is the seeming lack of support from many Hispanics Americans to help new immigrants assimilate. Many Hispanics see isolation as a way to hold on their cultural