In american born chinese, why is the monkey king refused entrance into the party?

Because he is not wearing shoes.

Explanation:

In American Born Chinese, the Monkey King is an important character. However, he is faced with a conflict. Even though he is a king (and a god), he is not allowed to go to a party hosted by other gods because he is not wearing any shoes, and because he is a monkey. This upsets him, as the Monkey King is extremely conceited and believes himself to be entitled to divine rights.

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