Miu,who Lives in Japan,received the Highest Grade in Her History

question 63

Multiple Choice

Miu,who lives in Japan,received the highest grade in her history class and was presented with a ribbon.Her parents will probably encourage Miu to feel

• A) envious of the children who scored lower marks.
• B) intense shame for violating a cultural standard.
• C) pride in her personal achievement.
• D) embarrassed by the individual attention.

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