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Rules of the Game

by Amy Tan

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Rules of the Game

Waverly learns important chess etiquette from Lau Po, including humility and respect. She discovers not to be vain by announcing "Check" arrogantly, to keep captured pieces orderly, and to avoid...

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Rules of the Game

Waverly starts winning more chess games due to her eagerness to learn, effective use of her mother's "invisible strength" strategy, and her obsession with chess. She initially learns from Lau Po,...

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Rules of the Game

Waverly learns valuable chess strategies and proper etiquette from Lau Po, an experienced player she meets in the park. He teaches her tactics with colorful names like "The Double Attack from the...

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