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Rules of the Game

by Amy Tan

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Rules of the Game

Meimei tricks her mother into letting her play in her first chess tournament by using reverse psychology. She pretends not to want to play, claiming that losing under American rules would bring shame...

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Rules of the Game

Meimei's potential next move in "Rules of the Game" is to reconcile with her mother. After their argument, Meimei reflects on her actions and realizes the importance of her relationship with her...

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Rules of the Game

Meimei's new chess adversary becomes Lau Po, an experienced player she meets in the park, after surpassing her brothers, Vincent and Winston, who lose interest in playing with her. Lau Po teaches...

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Rules of the Game

In "Rules of the Game," MeiMei receives special treatment at home as her chess skills improve. She is excused from chores, like doing the dishes, which frustrates her brothers. Her mother also moves...

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Meimei is annoyed with her mother at the end of her second tournament because her mother fixates on how many pieces she loses rather than celebrating her victories. Despite Meimei's success and...

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Meimei resides in San Francisco's Chinatown, specifically on Waverly Place, named after the street where her family lives. They occupy a small two-bedroom apartment above a bakery known for dim sum,...

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