Rules of the Game Questions on Ending
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Summary of the plot structure of "Rules of the Game" by Amy Tan, including exposition, rising action, climax, falling...
The exposition of "Rules of the Game" introduces Waverly, a young Chinese-American girl, and her family in San Francisco. The rising action follows Waverly’s chess journey and her growing tension...
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Why does Waverly see her mother as an opponent at the story's end?
In "Rules of the Game," Waverly gets angry with her mother for "showing off" by introducing Waverly to everyone who looks their way during their Saturday shopping trips.
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If "Rules of the Game" continued, what might happen and what could be a new denouement?
If "Rules of the Game" continued, Waverly might pursue new, American-influenced interests for independence, possibly distancing herself from chess. The new denouement could involve Waverly becoming a...
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What is the resolution of the story "Rules Of The Game?"
The story "Rules of the Game" lacks a clear resolution. After learning "invisible strength" from her mother, Waverly becomes a chess prodigy but resents her mother's public boasting. A conflict...
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What are some cause and effect examples in "Rules of the Game" by Amy Tan?
Waverly's development as a chess player and her relationship with her mother are compared in "Rules of the Game." To the extent the essay is about cause and effect, the central problem becomes what...
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What details from “Rules of the Game” support an analysis of its structure?
"Rules of the Game" by Amy Tan uses a chronological structure to explore Waverly's development and her relationship with her mother. The plot begins with an episodic exposition introducing the...