Two Kinds

What is the narrator's mother's ultimate goal for her daughter?

• To become a famous pianist

• To excel in academics and become a doctor

• To become a successful writer

• To find a wealthy husband

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Which musical instrument does the narrator's mother initially want her to play?

• Piano

• Violin

• Flute

• Trumpet

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What causes a strain in the relationship between the narrator and her mother?

• The narrator's refusal to practice the piano

• The narrator's interest in American pop culture

• The narrator's decision to move out of the house

• The narrator's poor academic performance

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How does the narrator feel about her mother's expectations and constant push for success?

• She is motivated and determined to meet those expectations.

• She is indifferent and doesn't care about her mother's wishes.

• She resents her mother's pressure and rebels against it.

• She is constantly anxious and stressed.

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What is the significance of the prodigy tests mentioned in the story?

• They determine the narrator's IQ.

• They predict the narrator's future success.

• They are a measure of the narrator's artistic talent.

• They are a symbol of the narrator's rebellion.

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What motivates the narrator to finally quit piano lessons?

• She realizes she has no talent for it.

• She becomes interested in another hobby.

• She becomes tired of her mother's constant pressure.

• She is injured and can no longer play.

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How does the narrator's mother react when the narrator performs poorly at a talent show?

• She is understanding and supportive.

• She is disappointed and embarrassed.

• She doesn't attend the talent show.

• She blames the piano teacher.

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What is the significance of the "Pleading Child" piece that the narrator plays at the talent show?

• It is a piece she composed herself.

• It represents her rebellion against her mother's wishes.

• It symbolizes the strained relationship between the narrator and her mother.

• It is a traditional Chinese musical piece.

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How does the narrator feel about her piano playing after quitting lessons?

• She regrets quitting and wants to resume lessons.

• She continues to practice in secret.

• She never touches the piano again.

• She finds a new piano teacher.

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What does the narrator discover about her mother's lost piano?

• It was sold to buy a new one.

• It was stolen by a neighbor.

• It was damaged beyond repair.

• It was stored in the garage all along.

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