Rules of the Game

Where does the story take place?

• San Francisco Chinatown

• China

• Japan

• Port Saint Lucie, Florida

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What did Waverly's family call her? 

• Life Saver
• Annoying
• Meimei "Little sitter" 
• Young chess player

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Why did Waverly believe they were not poor?

• she ate good, and was taken care of
• her mom bought her a chess set
• her mom told her they were not poor
• she had fancy clothes and shoes

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What did Waverly trade to play chess

• Jolly Ranchers

• Oreo

• Kit Kat

• Life Savers Candies

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How does the mother feel about her daughter’s success?

• he doesn't know about Waverly playing chess 
• she disapproves because it is not the Chinese way 
• she thinks she can do better
• she is very proud of her 

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A pawn is ...

• a tall, narrow building, either freestanding or forming part of a building such as a church or castle.

• an ordained member in a religious institution, who is entrusted with a position of authority and oversight.

• a chess piece of the smallest size and value

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In “Rules of the Game,” what do Waverly and her brothers think about the section of Chinatown where they live?

• They are afraid of its dangers.

• They think it is a dull and lifeless place.

• They hate the signs of poverty they see there.

• They see it as a place for exploration and fun.

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In “Rules of the Game,” why does Waverly feel unhappy about shopping with her mother and see it as a duty she cannot avoid?

• She hates the crowded markets.

• She has to skip a chess tournament.

• She is embarrassed by her mother’s behavior.

• She would rather be playing with her brothers.

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Q. Whom does Waverly study chess with?

• Her mother

• Lau Po

• Bobby Fischer

• Vincent

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Who is the author of the text?

• Amy Tan
• J.K. Rowling

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