M1 Short Answer Assignment: Your Cultural Groups

M1 Short Answer Assignment: Your Cultural Groups Student’s Name Professor’s Name Institutional Affiliations Course Name and Number Due Date M1 Short Answer Assignment: Your Cultural Groups The requirements of this assignment have enabled me to take an in-depth reflection on dynamic aspects of my life, including my cultural background, identity, values, and political viewpoints. For instance, as an African American woman in my early 40s, I recognize the importance of cultural identity and family bonds. Although I cannot accurately trace the origins of my great-grandparents, I identify with their Africanism and Americanism. My family has remained a highly connected unit, sharing varied cultural heritages, traditions, and dishes. Thus, I descend from a familial background that maintains cultural connections with each other through practices preserved across generations. Engagement in diverse cultural activities, interactions with my elders, and guidance since my early childhood have emphasized family values, connection, and belief in God as critical elements in creating a holistic person. Such teachings reflect the identity of most African Americans due to their strong attachment to spirituality. Besides believing in a superior being, I acknowledge the importance of family time despite being a divorced mom of three young adult children. Spending time with loved ones while educating the children about African American n...