Consider waverly “meimei” jong’s actions and their consequences in the short story “rules of the game” by amy tan. which theme is supported best by her actions?
like chess, power is gained through strategy, not emotion.
overt strength is more powerful than “invisible strength.
silence is a weapon that should never be wielded.
it’s impossible for parents to win a battle of wills against their children.

The the that is best supported by Waverly "Meimei's" actions is: Like chess, power is gained through strategy, not emotion. Option A is correct.

In "Rules of the Game," chess prodigy Waverly Place Jong participates in a psychological battle of wills with her mother called Lindo. When Waverly turns into a national chess champion at a young age, she's embarrassed by her mother's preening. Later on, after running away, Waverly ponders over her next move.

in at least 150 words, discuss the tone of the narrator in "i stand here ironing," and explain how it impacts the telling of the story