Efforts to preserve a student's home language while learning a second language in school are rooted in the belief that doing so can preserve the student's identity and sense of ______ in his or her family.

A) acculturation
B) cultural competence
C) belongingness
D) immersion

Cultural Competence

Cultural Competence is the ability to understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people across cultures by acknowledging and respecting their beliefs, values, and customs.

Acculturation

The process by which individuals adopt the cultural traits or social patterns of another group, often occurring in immigrant populations.

Belongingness

The human emotional need to be an accepted member of a group, whether it is family, friends, co-workers, or a social club.