Alexander&#8217;s English Blog

What shapes you future is genuinely what you actually passionate about as you don’t want something and pour many hours into just not to enjoy it later while working so it’s better find something that suits you best rather than trying to find something that doesn’t as it won’t bring you happiness from it.

After viewing your classmates’ presentations, which cultural group did you find most interesting? Explain why. Then, reflect on how this presentation changed or deepened your understanding of that culture

The LGBTQIA+ group was unique as I never thought how they would Mean girls for their presentation as I did watch the movie and only remembered the plot but not the streotypes that was used on the characters. Back then those types of stereotypes were used for the movie to provide audience how high schools apparently act but as a high schooler that’s not true they only used that to dramatize how it is instead of thinking of how others may feel of the portrayal of the characters.

How important is education in your life right now? Do you think students around the world value school the same way you do? Explain your reasoning.

I know that education is important to many others as they see it as a an opportunity to escape their current environment of living and to live better or use education to help others but for me currently I see it as a part of me that I can’t leave that easily but I’m will enjoy my break then go back to it as it’s a opening for me too.

As we approach the end of the course, reflect on the texts, discussions, and concepts explored in Multicultural Literature. What is one significant lesson about culture or identity that has stood out to you? Explain why this lesson is meaningful and analyze how it connects to your own experiences or perspective.

A major lesson Ive learned about culture and identity is that it doesn´t matter where you come from. No matter you´re from, the only thing that matters is where you lived as living being aacustomed to the way you live thats who you are and nobody can tell you otherwise where you belong or what you´re supposed to be only you make thaat choice.

What is the most exciting thing about graduating high school for you personally? In your response, explain what you are looking forward to most after graduation (college, career, independence, travel, etc.) and why it matters to you.

Personally one part of me is happy I’m leaving as I didn’t like school as I see it as a requirement or chore but the other part of me will be sad that I won’t see my friends which some I knew since 6th grade which 6 years is crazy to leave behind and those I met in high school too as they slowly leave as you raise grades then suddenly they’re gone on a single day because we’re graduating but after I hope I can meet and I just want to travel as I’ve been in Atlanta a lot recently and I just need a break from it.

Clothing is often tied to identity and culture. Describe an outfit or style you like that may not fit what others expect from you. How have people responded, and what does this reveal about stereotypes in society?

Being in comfortable clothes as everyday I want to be in clothes that make me comfortable and that’s what I want everyday and I see it as a peaceful state which is cool to me and I wish to wear pj’s but that won’t be good during the cold as they’re too thin and too hot in the summer but that’s what wish too hope for.

Think about a film that represents your culture (or a culture you identify with) in a positive and meaningful way. Explain how the film represents the culture and why this portrayal matters. Be sure to include specific examples from the film.

A film that represents Mexican culture in a positive way is Coco. It shows the tradition of Día de los Muertos, where families honor loved ones who have passed away, I never heard of this holiday and this movie showed me what it is and Mexico celebrates it.

The short film Born With It shows how stereotypes can shape the way people see others and even how individuals see themselves. Reflect on the main character’s experience and explain how stereotypes impacted his identity and sense of belonging. Then, connect this to a broader idea: how can stereotypes influence the way a culture or group is understood by others? Use specific examples from the film to support your response

From all the students telling him he has aids he does ignore it and talks back to the one behind him saying this but it does ponder in his head if he really does have it and till he meets his new friend, his friend and him went to the computer to search it up and sees and believes only those of his race have aids and instantly believes it even setting distance from his home and a bit from his mother.

Think about the most stereotypical film you have ever seen. This could be a movie that represents a specific culture, race, gender, or group in an oversimplified or unrealistic way. In your response, explain what film you are referring to, what stereotypes were present in the film, and how those stereotypes shaped your understanding of that group at the time

The Breakfast Club reinforces high school stereotypes by reducing its characters to labels like "jock" or "nerd." This teaches viewers to categorize their peers by social looks rather than depth, which as growing through high school these labels aren’t highlighted throughout anymore as no one seems to put thought into those categories anymore.

Why do you think filmmakers continue to use stereotypes, even when they can be harmful or inaccurate? Explain one reason discussed in class and give your opinion on whether this justifies their use.

One big reason is quick storytelling . Movies only have so much time, so writers sometimes rely on stereotypes as a shortcut. If an audience already “thinks they know” a certain type of character like the strict parent, the rebellious teen, or the “mysterious outsider, the film doesn’t have to spend as much time developing them.

Cities can also be an important part of a person’s cultural identity, shaping their values, experiences, and way of life. Think of a movie or TV show that changed the way you see a specific city. How was that city and its culture portrayed, and did it present a full picture or a “single story”? Explain how this portrayal could influence how people view those who live there

The show Atlanta rejects the simple, famous image of the city to show what life is actually like for its people. Instead of focusing only on wealth or music fame, it highlights the daily struggles, strange moments, and real challenges of living there. By showing this messy, human side of the city, it reminds viewers that residents are complex individuals rather than just stereotypes.

Hair can be a powerful way people express who they are and where they come from. Think about your own hair, your style, texture, or how you choose to wear it. How does your hair connect to your culture or your identity? Describe a moment when your hair made you feel proud, uncomfortable, or misunderstood, and explain why.