Ethic+of+Hard+Work

__**FIRST**__-- explore the existence of the theme throughout the text
** CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS: ** __** Within the novel, how does China's societal structure and tradition affect characters' work ethic? **__
 * In what different ways does the ethic of hard work (or the lack thereof) shape each character? **
 * In what ways are some characters consistent or inconsistent in their value of work ethic? **
 * How does reward play a part in the development of the characters' work ethic or how is it umimportant to some? **

**__SECOND__**--connect the theme to 21st century America by searching and reviewing current media.
** CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS: ** __** What consistencies or inconsistencies of work ethic are identifiable within our society (within specific professions)? **__ __** How does reward play a part in the develpment of work ethic (think within a school, within one's home, and within society as a whole)? **__
 * In what different ways does the ethic of hard work affect individuals in our society? **
 * How does our society's structure and varied traditions within families affect individuals' work ethic? **