Write a 250-word essay in which you describe how Chinese and American cultures, cultural values, and historical context contribute to the conflicts between the mother and the narrator in "Two kinds."

Chinese cultures and values in the historical context provide a narrative of the mother being a dominant force in the household, whereas the American culture and viewpoint more so promotes the idea that women and mothers are the loving and nurturing types of individuals in the family dinamic.Jing-mei is the daughter of a Chinese woman. However, she is more Americanized. Her mother wants Jing-mei to try her best to be the best she can be. However, Jing-mei believes this to be a cultural difference, as Chinese mothers tend to give too much importance to the accomplishments of their children. Moreover, the mother and the daughter have different opinions in terms of what success is. The mother encourages Jing-mei to try playing the piano, while the daughter wants to become famous by singing and dancing.

Explanation: Word Count: 139 of 250

1.the hosts on two opposing mountains stood,  

2.thick as the foliage of the waving wood;  

3.between them an extensive valley lay,  

4.o'er which the gleaming armour pour'd the day,  

5.when from the camp of the philistine foes,

6. dreadful to view, a mighty warrior rose; in the dire deeds of bleeding battle skill'd,

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yas the answer is c