Joy Luck Club
Why did Suyuan Woo founded the Joy Luck Club in China?
To find joy and hope during difficult times in wartime China by gathering with friends to play mahjong and share stories
What is the initial cause of Alicia's declining health in The Feather Pillow?
A about of Influenza
What programs are Lauryn and Sabrina in? SPECIFICALLY
IB (Certificate)
What is Mr Landers's favorite hobby?
Photography, Insects, Reading
How does the concept of the "American Dream" create conflict between the mothers and daughters in The Joy Luck Club?
The mothers believe in hard work to achieve success in America
Daughters feel burdened and pressured & struggle to balance American Identity and mothers' Chinese Values
How does Alicia's husband, Jordan, respond to her illness throughout the story?
Concerned but emotionally distant
Provides Doctors care
Does not show affection or comfort
Where do we want to attend college?
Lauryn: UCSD/ University of Chicago
Sabrina: UT Austin
What is his Wife’s religion?
Jewish
What did the mother die of?
Cerebral aneurysm
What literary techniques does the author use to create a sense of unease and horror?
Foreshadowing
Haunting atmosphere; cold, silent house
What is our dream jobs?
Lauryn: Neurosurgeon
Sabrina: International Lawyer
What languages have Mr Landers studied?
French, Arabic, Italian, German
Why is the game of mahjong significant in The Joy Luck Club?
Mahjong symbolizes friendship, tradition, and bond the women have
Link between past & present
Connecting Chinese heritage between mothers and daughters
What shocking discovery is made about Alicia's pillow after her death?
Parasitic creature, resembling a monstrous insect that had been feeding on her blood leading to her illness and death
What is our favorite place to travel/ Dream Vacation
Sabrina: Turkey
Where did he get his PHD?
UC Berkeley
Who is the author of The Joy Luck Club?
Amy Tan
How does the author use symbolism to reflect Alicia's relationship with Jordan?
The pillow, meant to provide comfort, symbolizes the hidden dangers and emotional emptiness in Alicia's relationship with Jordan
Lauryn: Shawn Mendes, The Neighbourhood, Brent Faiyaz
Sabrina: Bryson Tiller
What are the names of his son and daughter?
Ella and Gabriel Solomon