Chen Tells His Parents That His 8-Year-Old Son Kang Really

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Multiple Choice

Chen tells his parents that his 8-year-old son Kang really wants a particular video game for his birthday.When Kang opens his grandparents' gift, Chen realizes that his parents must have forgotten, because they gave Kang a new pair of sneakers instead.Based on the Asian view of emotional regulation in middle childhood, what is Kang's likely response?

• A)He displays "face" showing to his father and his grandparents the appropriate and expected response.
• B)He begins to cry in disappointment, which makes Chen's parents feel horrible.
• C)He reacts angrily and throws the gift down and runs to his room.
• D)He laughs in disbelief and yells out, "You are kidding, right?"

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Definitions:

Dignity-Conserving Repertoire

Strategies or approaches that individuals utilize to maintain their self-respect and dignity when facing issues that could undermine their sense of self.

Social Dignity

The recognition of an individual's intrinsic worth and the respect accorded to them within a society.

Functional Independence

The ability of an individual to carry out daily activities and tasks without the need for assistance from others.

Spirits

Can refer to alcoholic beverages, or in a different context, to the non-physical aspects of a person's being, often considered to be synonymous with the soul.