assimilation policy

Pronunciation

Noun B2 Upper-intermediate

A government approach aimed at making a minority group adopt the customs, language, or culture of the dominant society.

"The assimilation policy forced Indigenous children into boarding schools far from their families."

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The _____ forced Indigenous children into boarding schools far from their families."

Answer: assimilation policy

In your own words, what does "assimilation policy" mean?

A government approach aimed at making a minority group adopt the customs, language, or culture of the dominant society.