The Joy Luck Club

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Across
  1. 2. A flower symbolizing rebirth and purity, significant in the stories of An-mei and Lindo.
  2. 7. The homeland that the mothers in the novel left behind.
  3. 8. The mothers in the Joy Luck Club often consult this for guidance.
  4. 9. A symbol of strength and power in Chinese culture, also a significant image in the novel.
  5. 10. This character struggles to connect with her deceased mother's Chinese heritage.
  6. 15. A character whose story highlights the power of faith and sacrifice.
  7. 18. The daughters feel torn between their Chinese heritage and this nationality.
  8. 21. The founder of the Joy Luck Club.
  9. 22. The status of many of the mothers in the novel, who came to America seeking a better life.
  10. 23. Jing-mei's talent for this instrument becomes a point of contention between her and her mother.
  11. 25. A game symbolizing strategy and conflict, played by Waverly and her mother.
  12. 27. Represents the emotional connection between mothers and daughters.
  13. 28. A formidable and opinionated woman who wants the best for her daughter.
  14. 30. The last name of the family who owned the Joy Luck Club.
  15. 31. Another name for Jing-mei
Down
  1. 1. An important symbol representing unity and harmony.
  2. 3. A theme seen throughout the novel as mothers make sacrifices for their daughters' futures.
  3. 4. An accountant who struggles with her marriage to Harold.
  4. 5. Last name of the author of "The Joy Luck Club."
  5. 6. The mothers in the Joy Luck Club hold onto this, while the daughters often reject it.
  6. 10. Luck Club The name of the group formed by the four Chinese immigrant women.
  7. 11. Haunting memories and secrets from the past that influence the characters' present.
  8. 12. Communication barriers between generations are often highlighted by differences in...
  9. 13. Lena's husband, whose financial success causes strain in their marriage.
  10. 14. The color symbolizes good luck and happiness in Chinese culture.
  11. 16. A symbol of self-reflection and identity, mentioned throughout the novel.
  12. 17. Symbolizes freedom and the ability to rise above one's circumstances.
  13. 19. Represents the cultural gap between the mothers and daughters in the novel.
  14. 20. She is a chess prodigy and daughter of Lindo Jong.
  15. 24. Staple food item that holds cultural significance in the novel.
  16. 26. The game played by the mothers in the Joy Luck Club.
  17. 29. The female parent of a child