According to the "Myth of the Model Minority," the Story

question 21

Multiple Choice

According to the "myth of the model minority," the story of Asian American success has been so widely celebrated because it

• A)draws attention to unique Asian values that differ from American ones.
• B)brings about a sense of jealousy among non-Asians.
• C)engenders nervousness among groups that are not as successful.
• D)provides evidence that in the United States,all who play by the rules and work hard can achieve success.

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