A Step from Heaven: entering a new culture

In A Step from Heaven, Young Ju and her family move from Korea to California, where they must adjust to a new language and a new culture. Describe what you think it would be like to move to a different country or be forced to enter a new culture. What challenges do you think you might face? While adjusting, what might be difficult or easy for you? How might you feel? You may draw on any personal experiences you might have. Your response should be 6-10 sentences.

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