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What is the definition of 'Tek'?
What is the definition of 'Tek'?
- Married son
- Man
- Spy
- Woman (correct)
What does 'No-Tek' mean?
What does 'No-Tek' mean?
- Spy
- Good friend
- Woman
- Man (correct)
Who is the main male character?
Who is the main male character?
Adam
Who is the main female character?
Who is the main female character?
What is the definition of 'Hideo'?
What is the definition of 'Hideo'?
What does 'Papa' refer to?
What does 'Papa' refer to?
How is 'Mama' characterized?
How is 'Mama' characterized?
Who is 'Sue'?
Who is 'Sue'?
What does 'Justin' mean?
What does 'Justin' mean?
What is Carol's relationship to the main female character?
What is Carol's relationship to the main female character?
Who poses a threat to Amy regarding Adam?
Who poses a threat to Amy regarding Adam?
What is the title associated with 'Brain'?
What is the title associated with 'Brain'?
Who is 'Bettina' in the context?
Who is 'Bettina' in the context?
What role does 'Juan' play?
What role does 'Juan' play?
How does Paul Thomas feel about his status?
How does Paul Thomas feel about his status?
What does 'Troy' represent?
What does 'Troy' represent?
Who is identified as the maker of the color game?
Who is identified as the maker of the color game?
What does 'Condescending' mean?
What does 'Condescending' mean?
What is the meaning of 'Demoted'?
What is the meaning of 'Demoted'?
What are 'Etiquette' rules about?
What are 'Etiquette' rules about?
What does 'Superior' signify?
What does 'Superior' signify?
What is the meaning of 'Inferior'?
What is the meaning of 'Inferior'?
What does 'Grimaced' mean?
What does 'Grimaced' mean?
What does 'Minority' refer to?
What does 'Minority' refer to?
What does 'Subservience' indicate?
What does 'Subservience' indicate?
What does 'Criticism' involve?
What does 'Criticism' involve?
What does 'Lenient' mean?
What does 'Lenient' mean?
What color represents the upper class?
What color represents the upper class?
What color signifies the upper middle class?
What color signifies the upper middle class?
What color represents the lower middle class?
What color represents the lower middle class?
What color represents the lowest class?
What color represents the lowest class?
Orange and Blue can speak freely.
Orange and Blue can speak freely.
Amy wants to remain a blue.
Amy wants to remain a blue.
Mama works with fresh fish.
Mama works with fresh fish.
Adam planned a big party without inviting Amy.
Adam planned a big party without inviting Amy.
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Study Notes
Character Overview
- Tek: Represents women in the story.
- No-Tek: Represents men and their role in society.
- Adam: Main male character and central to the conflict.
- Amy: Main female character who navigates societal expectations.
- Hideo: Depicted as a married son, highlighting family dynamics.
- Papa: Symbol of traditional values, resistant to change.
- Mama: A loving figure who offers emotional support but doesn't give practical advice.
- Sue: Experiences the tragedy of losing a baby, underscoring emotional themes.
- Justin: Represents condescension, using derogatory terms for others.
- Carol: A supportive friend to Amy, emphasizing friendship’s role in adversity.
- Eileen: A rival to Amy, creating tension concerning Adam.
Additional Characters
- Brain: Represents the harsh realities of ambition, often at the cost of kindness.
- Bettina: A student undergoing tutoring, illustrating educational themes.
- Juan: A character who assists Amy, showing community support.
- Paul Thomas: A black student who feels empowered, reflecting on social dynamics.
- Troy: Acts as a spy, adding an element of intrigue.
- Mr. Otero: Creator of the color game, contributing to the societal structure.
Social Dynamics
- Condescension: Common theme in behavior, where characters demonstrate superiority over others.
- Demotion: Represents a fall in social status or recognition.
- Etiquette: Social rules dictate interactions and behaviors among classes.
- Superior vs. Inferior: Class distinctions explored through rank and behavior.
Class Structure
- Upper Class: Highest rank represented by blue.
- Upper Middle Class: Denoted by dark green, indicative of socioeconomic status.
- Lower Middle Class: Most populous, represented by light green, includes blue-collar workers.
- Lowest Class: Characterized by legal troubles, unemployment, and reliance on welfare, represented by orange.
Misconceptions
- False Beliefs:
- Orange and blue individuals can express themselves freely.
- Amy's desire to remain in the blue class is inaccurately perceived.
- True Statements:
- Mama is involved in the fresh fish industry, showcasing traditional roles.
- Adam’s plans for an event without Amy demonstrate interpersonal conflicts.
Character Traits
- Grimaced: Indicates a character's disapproval, reflecting social tensions.
- Subservience: Indicates behavior that lacks self-respect, prevalent in class interactions.
- Lenient: Some characters display patience, reflecting on their role in societal expectations.
- Criticism: Interpersonal dynamics include finding fault in others, emphasizing societal pressures.
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