Question: 

Academically, Asian students are outperforming their American counterparts on all levels. However, as adults, we are finding ourselves falling short in the area of creativity and the ability to influence others, and the successful people are those who can know to influence others. This is an area that is emphasized in a Western upbringing. In the West, children are taught to question authority by asking why, something which is not encouraged in Asian culture. At the same time, I think the Western emphasis on creativity may have gone too far. On the other hand, in Asia, there is too much emphasis on memorization and drilling. I find that my Asia students in law school have trouble coming up with creative ideas. Ideally, we should take the best from both worlds.

Which is a criticism of Western upbringing made by the writer?

There is not enough respect for authority.

There is not enough memorization.

There is too much stress on creativity.

There is a shortfall of discipline.

Answer: 

There is too much stress on creativity.

Last Updated: 
18/09/2020 - 01:07