Joy Luck Club "Four Directions"

What extravagant gift does Rich give Waverly only to have Waverly's mother criticize it?

• a mink coat
• a baby doll
• a diamond necklace 
• an engagement ring

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When Waverly, with her previous husband, elopes, what does Waverly’s mother throw at them?

• a bible
• a shoe
• a rock
• a frying pan

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In the flashback to her childhood, Waverly stops doing something to punish, or evoke the attention of her mother? What does she stop doing?

• playing the piano
• her chores
• playing chess
• cleaning the dishes

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Which of the following is NOT a physical aspects of Rich that Lindo insults or criticizes?  

• his freckles
• his drinking habits
• how pale/ill he looks
• his shoes

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Where are Rich and Waverly going on their honeymoon?

• China
• The Bahamas
• San Francisco 
• Japan

What’s the name of Lena’s husband? 

• Harold
• Arnold
• Steve
• William

How is Lena similar to her mother?

• they both have a negative outlook on life 
• they are both optimistic
• they are both tricky 
• they are both fearless

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Why is Lena upset with Harold? What is wrong with their marriage?

• He shoots her with rubber bands
• He promotes her only because they are married. Consequently, Lena's coworkers no longer respect her.
• By dividing all of their expenses, Harold does not realize that the money is in fact contaminating their marriage.
• I clearly wasn't paying attention during class...

In the "Rice Husband" chapter, what does the vase symbolize?

• the empty bowl of rice
• their marriage
• their engagement
• their unborn baby

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How is their marriage a reflection of the architecture firm?

• Harold makes twice as much money as Lena.
• Harold is merely an "associate," while Lena hold all the power.
• They both make the same amount of money.
• Lena is merely an "associate," while Harold holds all the power/control.

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