Verified Answer :

Kingston was silent because she did not speak English very
well.  Her parents could not
understand.  They decided to send her to
Chinese School.  This took place after
her American school.  Here she felt
comfortable and was able to speak her own language.  Unfortunately, she flunked Kindergarten.

Answer:

Her parents were concerned only about the possibility of her behaving badly, not her silence.

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