What is the rules of the game about by Amy Tan?

‘Rules of the Game’ is one of the most popular stories which form part of Amy Tan’s 1989 book The Joy Luck Club. The story is about an eight-year-old Chinese American girl who teaches herself chess and becomes a child prodigy, winning many national tournaments.

What is the main lesson in rules of the game?

Although Waverly was born in the United States, her mother has instilled in her many Chinese rules of conduct. One important rule is that one must remain silent to win. The story’s opening focuses on silence and on how controlling one’s emotions endows one with a secret strength like the wind.

What does Waverly’s description of her mother’s lesson about the art of invisible strength suggest about the expectations Waverly’s mother has for her daughter?

Waverly’s mother wants her daughter to be able to “[win] arguments” and to gain “respect from others” (p. 89). Waverly’s mother expects Waverly to demonstrate “invisible strength” to achieve even small goals, such as getting a treat at the store.

What does the wind symbolize in rules of the game?

In “Rules of the Game,” the wind symbolizes force and strength because it represents how Waverly does not want to be knocked down but wants to knock down her opponents.

What is Waverly’s main goal in rules of the game?

Waverly learns the art of invisible strength from her mother as a subtle, inconspicuous way to gain an advantage in life and rise above her circumstances.

What was Waverly’s mother’s view of Rules?

Earlier in the story, Waverly’s mother expresses her expectation that Waverly learns “American rules” by telling her, “Every time people come out from foreign country, must know rules. You not know, judges say, Too bad, go back” (p. 94).

What advice does Waverly’s mother give her about finding out why important things are done?

Waverly’s mother advice about finding out “why” important things are done is to help Waverly learn and be educated in life. For example,”They say, Don’t know why, you find out yourself. But they knowing all the time. Better you take it, find out why yourself.”

Why do Waverly and her mother have a disagreement?

The conflict between Waverly and her mother was very realistic due to the nature that many mothers and daughters have different views which causes disagreements. The people of Chinese descent have their Chinese heritage, but struggled to keep true to their traditions while living around American culture.