Question

which statement about the characters in american born chinese is true? a. wei - chen is a flat character because he does not change or surprise the reader. b. the monkey king is a flat character because he does not change throughout the story. c. chin - kee is a flat character because he never surprises the reader in any meaningful way. d. jin wang is a round character because he has conflicting feelings about what he wants.

Explanation:

• Option A: Wei - Chen undergoes changes. He starts as a naive immigrant and later has a more complex relationship with Jin Wang. So, he is not a flat character.
• Option B: The Monkey King changes. He goes from being proud and seeking validation to a more self - aware and humble state. So, he is not a flat character.
• Option C: Chin - Kee is a complex character. His actions are often a subversion of stereotypes, and he has a deeper purpose (revealed as the Monkey King's son in a sense). So, he is not a flat character.
• Option D: Jin Wang is a round character. He struggles with his identity (Chinese - American), his feelings for Amelia, and his desire to fit in. These conflicting feelings show his complexity.

Answer:

D. Jin Wang is a round character because he has conflicting feelings about what he wants.