Being The Other

The speaker shares their transformative experience in China, highlighting cultural shocks, bureaucratic challenges, and confronting personal identity. They discuss the harsh realities faced by locals, such as lack of access to education and healthcare, and reflect on their own experiences with prejudice and race issues. The narrative emphasizes the importance of understanding and sensitivity towards cultural and racial differences.

How did the speaker's experiences in China differ from their life in suburban New Jersey?

What were some of the challenges faced by children in China as described by the speaker?

In what ways did the speaker's understanding of race issues change during their time in China?

What specific incidents did the speaker mention that highlighted their experiences with prejudice?

How did the speaker attempt to cope with the frustrations of their experiences in China?