Reading Strategies- "The Rules of the Game"

What is the MAIN purpose of paragraphs 1-4?

• to show that the mother is controlling

• to illustrate the narrator's poverty

• to introduce an important lesson

• to describe the setting and characters

What can you infer based on the statement below from paragraph #8?

"But over the weeks, with each diminishing roll of candies, I added new secrets."

• The narrator didn't go home for dinner.

• The narrator didn't want her mother to know she had candies.

• The narrator enjoyed Lau Po's company.

• The narrator persevered and learned new sklls.

What can you infer from paragraph #9?

• The narrator always maintained a positive attitude.

• The narrator was sometimes upset when she lost.

• The narrator's organizational skills helped her win.

• The narrator realized some of the men carried swords.

What is the effect of repeating "bite back your tongue" in paragraphs 2, 3, and 11?

• It develops the idea that the narrator needs to learn to stand up for herself.

• It illustrates that the narrator's mother is harsh and controlling.

• It suggests that the narrator uses her mother's advice to become stronger.

• It highlights the importance of silence during competitive chess tournaments.

In paragraph 11, why does the narrator tell her mother that she would "bring shame" on her family if she lost the tournament?

• To reveal the importance of honor and respect for family.

• To trick her mother into suggesting she participate.

• To show how much she has learned from Lao Po.

• To build suspense about the upcoming conflict.

What is the MOST important way the narrator changed throughout the text?

• She learned to play chess.

• She learned to listen to her inner voice.

• She learned to respect her elders.

• She learned not to be afraid.

What does paragraph #13 mostly suggest about the narrator's mother?

• She is supportive.

• She is strict.

• She is impatient.

• She is generous.

How are paragraphs 14-15 important to the entire text?

• They introduce the narrator's opponent, and important character in the story.

• They illustrate the climax as the narrator becomes more independent.

• They build suspense as the rising action continues.

• They resolve the problems introduced in the first few paragraphs.

Which of the following techniques did the author use most in this text?

• repetition

• tough questions

• words of the wiser

• repetition and words of the wiser

This is a text from a larger novel. The novel is most likely about

• competitive chess players.

• a young girl becoming an adult.

• an old man reflecting on his life.

• the challenges of being an immigrant.