1. Answer the following questions.
a) What reason is given for the growing
number of TCKs?
b) Find two reasons why TCKs are
different from other children.
c) Dr. Ruth Useem has given two
definitions of TCKs. In what way is the second definition different from the
first?
d) According to researchers Pollock and
Van Reken, with whom are TCKs likely to form friendships?
e) According to the writer, what
advantages do TCKs have in terms of knowledge of the world?
f) Although it is not expressly stated,
why are these children called Third Cultures Kids? What are the three cultures
to which they belong?
a) That more
cities and companies become increasingly international
b) -They often
relocate to new homes or countries
-they are exposed to new cultures
c) In the
first definition, TCKs are forced because of their parents work.
d) With
others of a similar background
e) They know
more countries and cultures. TCK builds relationships to all of the cultures.
They represent many countries and cultures. Also this make that they are more open minded.
They have accumulated a host of cultural identities, lived in many countries
and have been introduced to a variety of global people. TCKs integrate many
values, norms, behaviours, beliefs, mannerisms and thoughts. Also they have a
deep understanding of human right.
f) Because
they are involved in three cultures: their parents, the place where they live
and the mix of both.
Book: English B, Course Companion, Oxford.
