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1. In “Love and Honor” why is Nam surprised to find his father in his apartment when he wakes up?

Nam’s father was supposed to visit, but was not supposed to arrive until later in the day. His father’s flight was changed and when he tried to call Nam to tell him there was no answer.

2. What does Nam try to hide from his father when he arrives at his apartment?

Nam tries to hide any evidence that he drinks, smokes, or has a girlfriend. He also tries to cover up a magazine that has a picture of Chairman Mao on the cover.

3. How does Nam’s father treat the homeless man he finds by the river?

Nam’s father befriends the homeless man he encounters by the river, bragging to him that his son is a writer, offering him coffee, and having Nam give him money before they leave him.

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