Name: ______________

Guided Practice Worksheet

Directions: Begin by researching your chosen food. As you conduct research, answer the
following questions. Be sure to include the title of the article as well as the author at the bottom
of the page.

1. What food are you researching?

2. What cultural background does this food come from?

3. What cultural group(s) is this food important to? Why?

4. List two additional facts about this food.

5. Title and Author of Article.

 Name: ______________

Independent Practice Worksheet

Directions: Now that you have researched the food you picked from the bowl, write a one
paragraph summary (at least 7 sentences) on the origins of the food and how it contributes to
one's cultural identity.
 Name: ______________
Exit Slip

1. Explain the “Salad Bowl” model.

2. Explain the “Melting Pot” model.

3. Which model do you believe better represents cultural diversity? Why?