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Rules of the Game

by Amy Tan

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Rules of the Game

Waverly runs away from her mother at the market because she is embarrassed and frustrated by her mother's boastful behavior about her chess skills. Her mother's constant presence and overbearing...

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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

After a fight with her mother, Waverly feels exploited as a chess prodigy. She runs away during a market trip, hiding in an alley. When she returns home, her family gives her the silent treatment....

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Rules of the Game

Waverly Jong is upset by her mother's overbearing behavior and constant presence during her chess practice. Her mother stands over her, making noises of approval or disapproval, which distracts...

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