Conslusion

I learned many things about myself from doing this research. I never really took the time to actually talk to my parents about where I came from, so it was nice to do it now.
Overall, I learned that I am very different from where I came from. It proves one of my ideas of language, that it reflects where we come from. Because I haven't lived in Mississippi or Louisiana, I don't have much exposure to the culture and language there. Instead, the way I speak would have to reflect my back round from Decatur.

Survey results

After surveying my mom and dad, here are the results:
Question one-
Both of my parents said: Louisiana and Mississippi
Question two-
Mom said: Cajun (Cajun English)
Dad said: French and English
Question three-
Both of my parents said: Clearly. They were taught to use correct pronunciation. Use respect when speaking to elders (And women, for my dad).
Question four-
Both of my parents said: Yes.

My Survey Questions

Where did my relatives originate? What language did my relatives speak? How were you taught to speak? Did you teach me to speak the same way?
Since I don't have a connection with my grandparents, these questions are for my parents only.

Secondary Research

From talking to my mom, I have found out that many of my relatives come from Louisiana, and speak Cajun English. Cajun English mostly comes from southern Louisiana, and derives from Cajun French. Cajun English isn't wide spoken, but for those who speak it, there is a distinct accent.

My Research Plan

To find out where I come from, the only people I need to interview are my family. Once I find out that, I can go on to learn more about the that language by using the internet and books.

My Research Question(s)

What other language does my family have a history of speaking?

My Research Goal(s)

My goal is to learn more about where I came from. I want to know what kind of language my relatives spoke and how that has had an influence on me.

My Language Beliefs

I believe that language reflects who we are and where we come from. This belief comes from speakers like Ms.Thorton and Ms.Beveridge. They talked about the places they went and where they grew up and the people they spoke to, and because of these things, they became who they were. I think those kinds of things effect all of us. Like with me, my family has taught me to be respectful and formal, especially around adults. On the other hand, my friends have taught me to be silly and casual. It's not like a school lesson, I think its just something you gradually take in.