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An-mei's mother often displayed a cheerful demeanor despite her circumstances.
An-mei's mother often displayed a cheerful demeanor despite her circumstances.
True (A)
The expression 'losing your face' suggests that one has lost their dignity or respect.
The expression 'losing your face' suggests that one has lost their dignity or respect.
True (A)
Popo was eager to see An-mei's mother when she arrived.
Popo was eager to see An-mei's mother when she arrived.
False (B)
An-mei's mother physically resembled Auntie more than she did Popo.
An-mei's mother physically resembled Auntie more than she did Popo.
An-mei felt a sense of connection with her mother's appearance upon seeing her.
An-mei felt a sense of connection with her mother's appearance upon seeing her.
The narrator felt that their house was a happy place.
The narrator felt that their house was a happy place.
Auntie believed that the mother showed respect towards her ancestors.
Auntie believed that the mother showed respect towards her ancestors.
The narrator's little brother was indifferent to the funeral procession.
The narrator's little brother was indifferent to the funeral procession.
Popo taught the narrator the importance of family respect.
Popo taught the narrator the importance of family respect.
Auntie's temper is described as calm and nurturing towards the children.
Auntie's temper is described as calm and nurturing towards the children.
Study Notes
An Mei's Accident
- An Mei was four years old
- She was at the dinner table with family and her brother
- They were eating soup and a tall woman enters
- An Mei calls out to her mother
- Her aunt slaps her and forces her to sit down
- The woman, later confirmed to be An Mei's mother, is seen as a mistress
- An Mei's grandfather, Popo, shouts at the woman
- The soup pot begins to wobble and spills on An Mei's neck
An Mei's Scar
- An Mei's grandmother, Popo takes care of An Mei's healing scar
- She poured cool water on An Mei's neck
- Popo peeled off dead membranes
- In two years the scar was pale and shiny
An Mei's Mother's Sacrifice
- An Mei's mother offers a piece of her arm for soup
- She cuts the meat from her arm
- She feeds the soup to Popo
- She cooks magic to cure Popo with ancient tradition
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Explore the powerful narrative of An Mei in this quiz, which delves into her childhood experiences and the significance of family and sacrifice. Uncover the symbolism behind her scar and the actions of her mother and grandmother. This quiz draws from key moments and themes within the story.
