Characters

Ralph Chang, Helen Chang, Theresa Chang, Callie Chang, Mona Chang

Grover Ding, Old Chao, Janis Chao, Chuck, Pete, the Super

Cammy, Mr. Fitt, Professor Pinkus, Prof. Rodney S. Pierce, Little Lou

Conflict

Person-against-self - an internal conflict of feelings.

Person-against-person - the typical protagonist vs. antagonist scenario.

Person-against-society - the protagonist battles against the larger organizations of society
(or a system of beliefs held by society).

Person-against-nature - the protagonist is threatened by a component of nature.

Theme/Symbols/Motifs

The Immigrant Experience, Cultural Assimilation, Language Issues

Discrimination/Racism

The Greatness of America -- The American Dream, "Typical American," Suburbia: Land of Greater Promises

What is Happiness, Fulfillment?

Marriage, Infidelity, Betrayal, Forgiveness, Acceptance

Sense of Duty

Identity

Restlessness

Ambition, Greed, Desire, Materialism