The “Peach Garden Oath” at the end of the story shows us some of the values of ancient Chinese culture:

A family-strength bond can be created between people who share the same values
Loyalty is owed to one’s country and government
A person has a duty to protect the weak
Breaking a promise is a serious offense
Which of these do you think the author of the story values most? Use evidence from the story to support your answer. Which of these values do you personally agree with most, and why?