Question

Which cultural differences are revealed through this conflict? Select two options.

The daughter resents being asked to work hard all the time, which her mother sees as laziness.
The daughter does not value talent or intelligence, whereas her mother believes that they are the two most important qualities a person can have.
The daughter wants to be valued for what she is, while the mother believes that the girl should always strive to be more.
The daughter believes that her mother should accept and love her, but the mother believes that she should help her daughter succeed.
The daughter thinks that her parents owe her love and support, but the mother thinks that the daughter owes them gratitude for providing for her

Answer 1

3 and 5.

- 3 shows a cultural clash between being accepted as you are (more individualistic/self-expression) and a culture that emphasizes continual self-improvement and achievement.
- 5 highlights differing expectations about family obligations—children expecting unconditional love/support versus a cultural norm of gratitude and duty toward parents for their sacrifices.