1. Traditional values Peter Humble & Oakley Mize

2. Cursed by the Heavens When Wang Lung argues with his uncle The Gods punish to curse Wang Lung with a daughter in his home to rid Wang Lung of his wealth to deprive his land of nutrients to send Wang Lung searching for food These are the punishments for Wang Lungs disrespect to his elders

4. Great House of Shame Their pipes full of Opium Their house full of prostitutes Their pockets empty The people of the Great House were destroyed In their fertile fields In their village In their power In their hearts In their souls

6. City Without a Soul Wang Lung’s village, a town in ancient China, dries and fades failing without food angering without wealth rioting without a leader crying without necessities such as water and food stealing with thoughts of jealousy waiting for their death to come.

8. Society’s Downfall Texting and emailing for fun Will be the fall of communication for everyone Pushing your family away Will lead your heart to stray Partying with friends Will lead one to be in trouble again and again Failing classes at school Will not make one “cool” Keeping a tight family bond Will help one go above and beyond

10. Song  1 st verse of “Ends” by Everlast