Question

What is one theme, or central idea, of “Two Kinds”?

Answer 1

The story two kinds evolved around the central theme of differences between two generations. It follows the story of June and her mother.

Throughout the story it is portrayed how June fails to live up to her mother's expectations when it comes to playing the piano.

The main reason behind this is the cultural differences between the upbringing of June and her mother.

As a result of this, June cannot handle the expectations which her mother sets on her.