Consider Lindo Jong’s actions and their consequences in the short story “Rules of the Game” by Amy Tan. Which theme is supported best by her actions?

Lindo’s quiet, knowing behavior contrasts with the loud attention Waverly receives for winning at chess. Her silence and subtle influence affect Waverly more deeply than open confrontation would, supporting the theme that silence can be more powerful than noise. The best choice is “Silence is more powerful than noise.”

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