For each answer, a numerical score has been given in parentheses. Add up your score and see if you are a Tiger Parent.
Background Information
- What is the ideal number of children to have?
- One. The Chinese Government got it right (0)
- Two or more. Just in case you disown some (100)
Child Rearing Philosophy
- Why did you have a child?
- To make the world a better place (0)
- To fulfill my failed dreams (100)
- Best way to describe your parenting style?
- Mister Rogers. My home is the real-life Neighborhood (0)
- Mr. Elon Musk. Treat them like employees that I tweet to while conquering the world (100)
- How often do you display love and affection to your child?
- Always. Kiss, hug and say “I love you” any chance I get (0)
- Never. Love is a four letter word never shown or spoken (100)
- How many languages does your child speak?
- Less than five (0)
- Five or more (100)
- In your child’s room, what poster do you have on the wall?
- Alphabet (0)
- Sun Tzu (100)
- Should your child date before marriage?
- Yes (-100)
- No (100)
- If the previous answer is yes, what preconditions must occur?
- None. It’s my child’s decision (0)
- Acceptance into Harvard (100)
Educational Goals
- How do you react when your child gets a “B” grade?
- Tell them how proud I am and encourage them with words of support (0)
- Slice off my little pinkie. My child is a failure because of me (100)
- Does your child have extra tutoring? Mark all that apply.
- No (0)
- Yes, in Science (100)
- Yes, in Technology (100)
- Yes, in Engineering (100)
- Yes, in Math (100)
- Yes, in Liberal Arts and Humanities (-100)
- What are your aspirations for your child graduating from high school?
- I just want him/her to maximize their potential (0)
- Valedictorian. Confucius say “Child who is #2 is a Number Two” (100)
- When your baby was born, what subjects did you plan your child to pursue in college?
- None. Let them decide (0)
- Science, Technology, Math, Engineering, Law, Business (100)
Medicine (1000) - Liberal Arts and Humanities (-100)
- Which university do you want your child to attend?
- Anywhere they are happy (0)
- Harvard. It’s not about them (100)
- If you want your child to play sports, which are important?
- Fun and social categories (0)
- Anything that looks good to Harvard (100)
- Does your child play the Chinese Lute?
- No. Is that a game? (0)
- Yes. It looks good to Harvard (100)
- What do you consider the perfect Saturday activity for your child: Mark all that apply.
- Spending time with their friends (0)
- Building an exact replica of the Empire State building in LEGO (100)
- Programming Roblox in Lua (100)
- Attending Saturday Chinese immersion school (100)
- Playing their Chinese Lute (1000)
Bonus
- How important is your child’s mental health?
- Very important. I will make sure they get all the love and support (0)
- No big deal. Nothing a few prescription pills can’t solve (100)
- Only white people have mental health issues (1000)
Results
Tally your final score to determine your parenting style:
Score | Prognosis |
<1000 | You are either a disgrace or white. |
1000-3000 | You are a Tiger Cub. Either step up your game or give up your kids for adoption. |
>3000 | You are a Tiger Parent! You will be receiving an autographed Amy Chua paddle. |