Okita's poem and Cisneros's story both illustrate that American identity is shaped by individual experiences rather than solely by social background or origin. They emphasize the importance of cultural engagement in defining what it means to be American. A common theme in their works is the idea that American identity is diverse and multifaceted. ;
Okita's poem and Cisneros's story both emphasize that American identity is shaped by individual experiences rather than just social background or origin. They collectively highlight the importance of cultural engagement in forming one’s American identity. A common theme is the recognition that American identity is diverse and complex.
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