Family Dynamics and Cultural Differences

Questions and Answers

What action consistently reminded Hannah of her grandmother's Chinese customs?

Reading bedtime stories

Grandma's cooking methods

Using chopsticks at dinner

Taking off shoes before entering the house (correct)

What did Hannah do when it was time for bed?

Called her parents on the phone

Told her grandmother about her sadness

Turned off the light and hid her feelings (correct)

Cried loudly for her parents

How did Hannah feel when she was with her grandmother?

Completely happy and content

A bit sad (correct)

Indifferent to her grandmother's customs

Angry about the change in environment

What lesson did Grandma convey to Hannah regarding the goodnight kiss?

Goodnight kisses are evidence of love and care Signup and view all the answers

What did Hannah's grandmother do when Hannah forgot to take off her shoes?

Reminded her to put her shoes by the door Signup and view all the answers

What was Hannah's emotional response to her grandmother's customs?

Conflicted and nostalgic Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of her grandmother's traditions did Hannah struggle with the most?

Taking off her shoes indoors Signup and view all the answers

How did Grandma react when Hannah forgot to take off her shoes?

She would remind Hannah to put her shoes by the door Signup and view all the answers

What did Hannah miss most about her parents during her time with Grandma?

Doing things her way Signup and view all the answers

What did Hannah do to hide her feelings from Grandma?

She climbed into bed and turned off the light Signup and view all the answers

What did Grandma do before going to bed?

She gave Hannah a kiss goodnight Signup and view all the answers

What connection did Grandma make about the goodnight kiss?

She used to do the same with Hannah's mother Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Family Dynamics

Hannah stays with her grandmother while her parents are on a trip.
Enjoys her grandmother's company but disagrees with some of her practices.

Cultural Differences

Grandmother is from China and prefers traditional Chinese customs.
Grandmother's habit of removing shoes upon entering the house contrasts with Hannah's routine.

Feelings of Discomfort

Hannah often forgets to take off her shoes, leading to her grandmother reminding her to "Put your shoes by the door!"
This routine makes Hannah feel guilty as Grandma cleans the floor after her.

Emotional Struggles

Hannah feels sad at bedtime, missing her parents and the routine they had together.
She conceals her feelings to avoid worrying her grandmother.

Bonding Moments

Grandmother expresses affection by kissing Hannah goodnight.
Hannah reminisces about her mother’s goodnight kisses, creating a connection between generations.
Grandmother shares that she also kissed Hannah's mother goodnight, fostering a sense of family tradition.

Family Dynamics

Hannah stays with her grandmother while her parents are on a trip.
Enjoys her grandmother's company but disagrees with some of her practices.

Cultural Differences

Grandmother is from China and prefers traditional Chinese customs.
Grandmother's habit of removing shoes upon entering the house contrasts with Hannah's routine.

Feelings of Discomfort

Hannah often forgets to take off her shoes, leading to her grandmother reminding her to "Put your shoes by the door!"
This routine makes Hannah feel guilty as Grandma cleans the floor after her.

Emotional Struggles

Hannah feels sad at bedtime, missing her parents and the routine they had together.
She conceals her feelings to avoid worrying her grandmother.

Bonding Moments

Grandmother expresses affection by kissing Hannah goodnight.
Hannah reminisces about her mother’s goodnight kisses, creating a connection between generations.
Grandmother shares that she also kissed Hannah's mother goodnight, fostering a sense of family tradition.

Description

Explore the intricate relationship between Hannah and her grandmother as they navigate cultural differences and familial bonds. This quiz delves into Hannah's feelings of discomfort and emotional struggles while staying with her Chinese grandmother. Reflect on the significance of traditions and the loving connections that span generations.