Read this opening paragraph from "An Indian Father's Plea" by Medicine Grizzlybear Lake: Dear teacher, I would like to introduce you to my son, WindWolf. He is probably what you would consider a typical Indian kid. He was born and raised on the reservation. He has black hair, dark brown eyes, and an olive complexion. And like so many Indian children his age, he is shy and quiet in the classroom. He is five years old, in kindergarten, and I can't understand why you have already labeled him a "slow learner." Which statement best explains why the author begins his letter with this passage?
A. The author begins the letter in this way to describe his son's
physical appearance.
B. The author begins the letter in this way to let the teacher know
that he is upset with her behavior.
C. The author begins the letter in this way to show that he
understands the teacher's perspective.
D. The author begins the letter in this way to explain why his son is
unhappy in the school.
Answer:
C. The author begins the letter in this way to show that he
understands the teacher's perspective.
Step-by-step explanation:
The father starts the letter by letting his child's teacher know that he understands him from his perspective.
He wants the teacher to understand that his son may be a recluse and shy but that does not mean that he is a slow learner, rather it is a cultural thing.
He tries to explain that an Indian child has a different culture and perspective so he may be misunderstood by others as shy but when in reality they are really thoughtful.