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Part A

What inference can be made based on what happens in “The White Umbrella”?


The narrator's father has a job that allows him to financially support his family.

The narrator's mother wants to start working so she can be more independent.

Once they arrive in America, Chinese families adapt easily to the new culture.

In traditional Chines culture, it is considered inappropriate for women to work.
Question 2
Part B

Which two details from the story best support the inference in Part A?


“‘No,’ said my father, in a barely audible voice. ‘Not like the Lee family.’”

“‘Not that we need the second income.’”

“I remembered how sorry my parents had felt for Mrs. Lee when she started waitressing downtown the year before.”

“‘But why shouldn’t I?’ she argued. ‘Lots of people’s mothers work.’”