Exploring Themes in Two Kinds by Amy Tan

What did the narrator's mother initially believe she could achieve in America?

• Become a famous singer

• Become a doctor

• Open a restaurant

• Travel the world

What was the first idea the narrator's mother had for her daughter's future?

• A scientist

• A chess champion

• A Chinese Shirley Temple

• A famous pianist

Who was Mr. Chong?

• A famous pianist

• A school teacher

• A retired piano teacher

• A chess champion

Why did the narrator nickname Mr. Chong 'Old Chong'?

• He was very old

• He was deaf

• He was strict

• He was kind

What was the narrator's reaction to her piano lessons initially?

• She was indifferent

• She was angry

• She was excited

• She was scared

Who was Waverly?

• The narrator's friend

• The narrator's sister

• The narrator's rival

• The narrator's teacher

What piece was the narrator supposed to play at the talent show?

• Pleading Child

• Clair de Lune

• Fur Elise

• Moonlight Sonata

How did the narrator feel after her talent show performance?

• Indifferent

• Ashamed

• Proud

• Happy

What did the narrator wish for during her confrontation with her mother?

• To be dead

• To win a competition

• To be a better pianist

• To run away

What did the narrator's mother offer her for her 30th birthday?

• A car

• Her old piano

• A trip to Europe

• A new piano