c) In both stories, the characters strive to find a balance between meeting the expectations of two cultures and developing their individual identities.
d) Both characters use their understanding of American culture to help their parents adapt to life in a new environment.
Explanation:
Both tales' protagonists try to reconcile cultural expectations and personal growth. In "Two Kinds," Jing-mother mei urges Yolanda to be a genius, while her father encourages her to be imaginative.
Jing-mei learns to play the piano and Yolanda invents a novel flashlight to integrate both cultures. In both tales, the youngsters assist their parents adjust to a new society.
Yolanda helps her father create a company in "Daughter of Invention." Jing-mei helps her mother learn English and navigate American society in "Two Kinds." In both novels, protagonists' attempts to overcome the cultural barrier lead to deeper ties with their parents.
