Review of 'American Born Chinese'

Rinsy reviews 'American Born Chinese' by Jean Lun Yang, a young adult graphic novel. The novel intertwines three storylines: Jin Wang, a Chinese American student; Danny, an all-American kid with a Chinese cousin; and the Monkey King myth. Initially disconnected, the stories merge unexpectedly. The novel, a Prince Award winner, is praised for its full-color illustrations, especially the Monkey King set. Rinsy found the structure challenging, with a slow start and a rushed ending. Despite this, the novel's themes of otherness and stereotypes are significant. Rinsy rates it three out of five stars, acknowledging its importance in understanding immigrant experiences.

Who is the author of 'American Born Chinese'?

• Rinsy Res

• Jean Lun Yang

• Boxers and Saints

• Prince Award

What type of book is 'American Born Chinese'?

• Poem

• Short Story

• Graphic Novel

• Novel

Who is Jin Wang?

• The Monkey King

• A Chinese American student

• An all-American kid

• A teacher

What is the relationship between Danny and his cousin?

• They are siblings

• They are enemies

• They are best friends

• Danny's cousin is obnoxious

Which mythological character is featured in the third storyline?

• The Lion King

• The Dragon King

• The Monkey King

• The Tiger King

How do the three stories in the graphic novel initially feel?

• Unfinished

• Connected

• Disjointed

• Complete

What award did 'American Born Chinese' win?

• Pulitzer Prize

• Prince Award

• Booker Prize

• Nobel Prize

What does the reviewer say about the novel's awards?

• It won no awards

• It won several awards

• It was nominated but didn't win

• It was ignored

What does the reviewer mention about the novel's storyline?

• It's confusing

• It's boring

• It's unexpected

• It's predictable

What is the main critique about the structure of the graphic novel?

• Too short

• Too long

• Stories feel disconnected

• Too many characters