American Born Chinese Chapters 3&4 Quiz

Who arrives to visit Danny in Chapter 3, much to his embarrassment?

• His best friend Wei-Chen

• His cousin Chin-Kee

• His teacher Mr. Garbinsky

• His grandparents

Why is Danny embarrassed by Chin-Kee’s behavior?

• Chin-Kee talks in perfect English and outshines Danny.

• Chin-Kee behaves in a way that draws negative attention and mockery.

• Chin-Kee refuses to speak at all.

• Chin-Kee is extremely shy and hides away during the visit.

Which character’s visit causes Danny to feel embarrassed in Chapter 3?

• Wei-Chen

• Chin-Kee

• Mr. Garbinsky

• His grandparents

What is the main theme explored through Chin-Kee’s character in Chapter 3?

• Friendship

• Stereotypes and cultural identity

• Adventure

• Family traditions

How does the use of a “laugh track” affect the tone of the chapter?

• It makes the scene feel more serious

• It adds a sense of realism

• It creates a comedic and performative atmosphere

• It confuses the reader about the events

If you were Danny, what strategy could you use to cope with the embarrassment caused by Chin-Kee’s behavior? (DoK 3: Strategic Thinking)

• Ignore Chin-Kee completely

• Communicate openly with Chin-Kee about your feelings

• Move to another city

• Pretend not to know Chin-Kee

Analyze how the author’s use of sitcom elements (like the laugh track) influences the reader’s understanding of stereotypes in the chapter. (DoK 3: Strategic Thinking)

• It makes stereotypes seem less harmful

• It highlights how stereotypes are exaggerated and performed for entertainment

• It confuses the reader about the seriousness of the issue

• It makes the story harder to follow

Chapter 4 shifts back to the story of the Monkey King. What major decision does he make at the start of the chapter?

• To retire and live quietly on Flower-Fruit Mountain

• To become a mortal human being

• To forbid all monkeys on Flower-Fruit Mountain from wearing shoes

• To declare himself “The Great Sage, Equal of Heaven”

What new abilities does the Monkey King master during his seclusion?

• Only the ability to fly

• The four major disciplines of invulnerability and the four major disciplines of bodily form (shape-shifting, giant size, tiny size, hair clones)

• Telepathy and time travel

• None — he fails to learn anything

What is the Monkey King's new rule after the dinner party?

• All monkeys must bathe

• All monkeys must wear shoes

• Monkeys must not eat fruit

• Monkeys must obey the heavenly disciplines

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