When Hamid emigrated to Canada, he went to live with relatives in a neighborhood populated primarily by others from his country. Hamid speaks his native language, socializes with people who belong to his ethnic group, and has not yet tried to learn English. According to the Culture and Human Behavior box "The Stress of Adapting to a New Culture," Hamid's pattern of acculturation is called:

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Hamid's pattern of acculturation is separation, which involves a rejection of the dominant culture and a retention of the original culture. This is evidenced by his choice to live with relatives from his native country, speak the language, and socialize with people who belong to his ethnic group. However, his lack of effort to learn the host country's language and culture may lead to marginalization and social isolation.

When Hamid Emigrated to Canada, He Went to Live with Relatives