A.
If one learned humanities in China, one felt safe because it was all about repeating what had been taught. However, if one learned humanities here in the U.S., one would be shaking all over because he/she had to come up with his/her own ideas.
B.
If one learned humanities in China, one just repeated the correct answers given by the teacher and there was no uncertainty at all. However, if one learned humanities here, one had to come up with his/her own ideas, which made one feel insecure and nervous.