The mother is filled with high expectations for the daughter. ... These hopes are met with expectations from the wondering daughter. ... Suayan one of the mothers of the book had high expectations for her daughter Jing-Mei "In America I will have daughter just like me. ... This quote by Suayan shows her immigrant belief in the perfect American Dream and all her hopes for future daughter. ... This novel has not only given great insight into the Chinese way of thinking and living, but it has shown the great contrast that occurs from generation to generation, in the passing on of ideas and trad...

• Word Count: 2133
• Approx Pages: 9
• Grade Level: High School

I have found that bearing down and working hard for that individual and carrying out what needs to be done to meet his expectations is always a better solution. ... It was a great game and great time for us to talk and bond as a family: It was one of the most memorable times of my life. ... I hope and pray that I can be half the parent to my children that my parents have been to me, because then I know I will have been a great parent. ... This quote by E.E. ...

• Word Count: 1420
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School

It includes comfy furniture, a huge tv, windows with a great view, and an amazing family to spend time in. The walls also include some old and even new pictures, mirrors, and some great quotes in nice picture frames. ... She has helped me grow up and mature not only as a teenager but as a woman too.Sometimes they push me in certain directions and have high expectations for me, but now I really appreciate everything they have taught me. ... I was eight years old and I felt that it would be a great thing to do at the time. ... I always put on one of my new outfits then immediately call my aunt ...

• Word Count: 2511
• Approx Pages: 10
• Grade Level: High School

This 'value' is demonstrated in the following quote, " [..]I saw, while my family's honor lay stricken on the floor, I saw what was forbidden to see [...] my father's penis [...]. ... As soon as the protagonist reads this letter, he is shocked that all the accusations against his wife are true, resulting in his identity deteriorating as his expectations for his wife continue to break. ...

• Word Count: 2550
• Approx Pages: 10