BBS & BA-BSW First Year
New Course 2019
English
Patterns for College Writing
A Rhetorical Reader and Guide
Laurie G. Kirszner
Stephen R. Mandell
Why Chinese mothers are Superior
Vocabulary Projects
Define each of the following words as it is used in
this selection.
stereotypically: defined by a widely held but
oversimplified view of something
prodigies : people with exceptional abilities
or skills squeamishness: being easily
offended or uncomfortable
foster: to encourage or promote fortitude : strength during adversity
tenacious: determined, adhering closely to one's principles
ostracized : excluded; shunned
mediocre: of average quality; ordinary
fragility : being easily damaged
aptitude: ability to do something, competence interrogating: asking
questions aggressively
callous : insensitive; cold; heartless
