Question

Which details show a connection between conflict and culture? Check all that apply.

The narrator applies to Stanford for college.
The narrator feels like she has disappointed her mother and let her down.
The narrator rebels against complete obedience and parental authority.
The narrator asserts her independence from her mother by falling short of expectations.
The narrator believes that she has a right to fail, even though her mother thinks that failure is not an option.

Answer 1

The following show a connection between conflict and culture: 2, 3, 4, and 5.

- 2 (feeling she disappointed her mother) reflects cultural/familial expectations.
- 3 (rebelling against obedience/parental authority) is a cultural clash over values.
- 4 (asserting independence by falling short of expectations) shows conflict with cultural norms.
- 5 (believes she has a right to fail vs mother’s “no failure” stance) highlights differing cultural beliefs about success.