Maria is a Spanish-speaking 5-year-old who has started kindergarten in an English-speaking school. Crying most of the time, she appears helpless and unable to function in this new situation. The best explanation for this is which of the following?

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Maria is likely experiencing culture shock due to the sudden change in language and possibly cultural norms, which can be overwhelming and lead to feelings of helplessness and distress, as seen in her behavior.

Maria Is a Spanish-Speaking 5-Year-Old Who Has Started Kindergarten in an English-Speaking