The first-year university student who brings personal items from home, such as his sound system, and puts his favourite posters on his dorm walls, is:
A) making a bid for attention from others.
B) making sure that he becomes "a new person."
C) trying to break away from his parents' domination.
D) protecting his identity in a strange environment.

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This student is likely trying to maintain a sense of familiarity and comfort in a new and potentially intimidating setting by surrounding himself with personal items. This act helps to preserve his identity amidst the changes of moving to a university environment.

The First-Year University Student Who Brings Personal Items from Home