... more naturally and represent the next generation of immigrants, influence Ashima's alienated views on American culture. For example, Gogol and Sonia are the reason for Ashoke and Ashima's adoption of Christian holidays such as Christmas and of certain American food items, 'she concedes and makes him and American dinner once a week as a treat, Shake 'n Bake chicken or Hamburger Helper ... American culture come much more easily to Gogol and Sonia. They grow up speaking English natively, and are much more interested in American food and pop culture, having attended American schoo...

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