Red Scarf Girl by Ji-Li Jiang Multiple Choice Questions
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What event prompted the distant uncle to send a picture with a specific pose to his relatives in America?

  • The fleeing of some Chinese to Taiwan
  • The opening up of China to the West
  • The Cultural Revolution in China (correct)
  • The Communist Party coming to power in China

    • What motivated some Chinese to stay in China despite the fears of the Communists?

  • A hope for better economic opportunities
  • A desire to flee corrupt government and foreign invasion
  • A sincere belief in Mao Ze-dong's ability to bring positive changes (correct)
  • A fear of being unable to leave the country

    • When did Mao Ze-dong lead the Communist Party to power in China?

  • 1949 (correct)
  • 1976
  • 1959
  • 1966

    • What did the distant uncle's pose in the photo, as described by the grandmother, symbolize?

    <p>The conditions were worse than sitting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reason for the protagonist's audition for the Central Liberation Army Arts Academy?

    <p>She was selected by a Liberation Army soldier at school</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many students, including the protagonist, are selected for the audition?

    <p>Four</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the protagonist's initial reaction to the opportunity to audition for the academy?

    <p>Proud and excited</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the protagonist's family express concerns about the academy's admission process?

    <p>Strict political background investigations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the family's revelation that hinders the protagonist's admission to the academy?

    <p>They would not pass the political background investigations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the protagonist feel after her family's revelation?

    <p>Confused and upset</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the family advise the protagonist to do regarding the audition?

    <p>Drop the idea due to the complex nature of the situation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the protagonist feel after the family's advice?

    <p>Deeply affected</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist's father suggest regarding the understanding of the situation?

    <p>Wait until the protagonist is grown up to fully understand</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the protagonist react to her father's suggestion?

    <p>Feeling conflicted</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the atmosphere created by the family's sorrow and the protagonist's disappointment?

    <p>Tense and emotional</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the family express concerns about the academy's admission process?

    <p>Strict political background investigations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What led to a plague of insects, demonstrating Mao's lack of understanding of the ecosystem?

    <p>Mao's order to hunt and kill sparrows</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main reason behind the birth of the Cultural Revolution?

    <p>Mao's frustration and desire to regain power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact did the Cultural Revolution have on the masses it aimed to help?

    <p>It brought suffering and created a 'lost generation' of young people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the author reflect on in relation to Ji-li during the Cultural Revolution?

    <p>Facing similar impossible choices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the prologue reveal about Ji-li's pre-Cultural Revolution life?

    <p>She was a happy and respected girl</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Mao's leadership skill in uniting the nation, according to the text?

    <p>He united a fractured nation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might have led to a more positive memory of Mao if he had died before the Cultural Revolution?

    <p>His death before the Cultural Revolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the author hope for in relation to Ji-li's actions during the Cultural Revolution?

    <p>Showing the same decency and courage as Ji-li did</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the impact of Mao's rivals gaining power within the Communist Party?

    <p>Leading to the birth of the Cultural Revolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event led to a scene in the classroom where a Liberation Army soldier evaluates Ji-li's skills?

    <p>The Cultural Revolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Mao's order to hunt and kill sparrows lead to?

    <p>A plague of insects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Cultural Revolution bring to the young people of China?

    <p>A 'lost generation'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the protagonist's father worried about regarding the audition?

    <p>Potential political issues affecting the family</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the protagonist flee before any questions are asked at the principal's office?

    <p>She is overwhelmed by fear and anxiety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the profession of the protagonist's father?

    <p>Stage actor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is Song Po-po to the protagonist's family?

    <p>Housekeeper considered part of the family</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the grandmother known for?

    <p>Trailblazer in education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does the family live?

    <p>Big building in a nice neighborhood in Shanghai</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the protagonist's mother's former profession?

    <p>Actress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the protagonist's younger siblings, Ji-yong and Ji-yun, have?

    <p>Distinct personalities and physical characteristics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are the protagonist's best friend and teacher surprised and disappointed?

    <p>The protagonist decides not to go to the audition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the family's connection to the arts and education?

    <p>Strong connection to both arts and education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the protagonist's father known for as a stage actor?

    <p>Playing villainous characters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How would you describe the family's bond?

    <p>Strong and supportive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the narrator's Fourth Aunt's granddaughter?

    <p>Hua-hua</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event takes place on Saturday evenings at the narrator's home?

    <p>Jiang's salon gatherings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What shakes the narrator's dream of a future career?

    <p>Failing an audition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the phrase 'DESTROY THE FOUR OLDS' in the text?

    <p>It hints at the political climate of the time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where do the narrator and her siblings go every Sunday to rent picture books?

    <p>Grandpa Hong's bookstall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the condition of the alley where the narrator lives?

    <p>Shared by several families</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Grandpa Hong always do when the narrator and her siblings visit his bookstall?

    <p>Gives them an extra book for free</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who lives downstairs from the narrator's family?

    <p>The narrator's Fourth Aunt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the narrator's initial feeling about their room in Shanghai?

    <p>Loving it because it is spacious and bright</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the narrator wonder about her dreams?

    <p>If they will drift away like soap bubbles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What changes the narrator's perspective and makes her feel less lucky?

    <p>Failing an audition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Dad's colleagues visit for on Saturday evenings?

    <p>Jiang's salon gatherings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the term 'four olds' in the given text?

    <p>It refers to the destruction of old customs, old culture, old habits, and old ideas during the Cultural Revolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the reaction of the crowd when the students began cutting open the shoes?

    <p>The crowd gave a burst of appreciative laughter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the students do when the man attempted to walk away?

    <p>One boy picked up the shoes and threw them at the man, telling him to take his 'four olds' with him</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the man react when his shoes were thrown at him by the students?

    <p>The man quivered and then began to walk away</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the da-zi-bao movement in the story?

    <p>To criticize the educational system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the da-zi-bao movement reveal about the students' perception?

    <p>Influence of political ideologies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action leads to the initiation of the da-zi-bao movement?

    <p>The students' education being labeled as 'revisionist'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main activity of the da-zi-bao movement?

    <p>Writing big posters criticizing the educational system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the students' attitude towards the da-zi-bao movement?

    <p>Eagerly participate in criticizing the educational system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the influence reflected by the da-zi-bao movement?

    <p>Political and ideological influence on education</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the central theme of the students' engagement in the da-zi-bao movement?

    <p>Criticizing the educational system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of Du Hai in the story?

    <p>Challenges traditional beliefs and behaviors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the response of the students after being ridiculed by Du Hai and Yang Fan?

    <p>Angry and helpless</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the absence of teachers signify during the da-zi-bao movement?

    <p>Students' engagement in the movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the da-zi-bao movement reveal about the classrooms?

    <p>Buzzing with revolutionary fervor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key feature of the da-zi-bao movement?

    <p>Students actively participating in criticizing the educational system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were da-zi-bao used for during the Cultural Revolution?

    <p>Critiquing teachers and the educational system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where were da-zi-bao found in the school?

    <p>Everywhere, including classrooms, hallways, and the school yard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did students do to fill their da-zi-bao?

    <p>Copied content from newspapers and each other, often exaggerating or fabricating accusations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What task were the students given regarding da-zi-bao and bourgeoisie individuals?

    <p>Posting da-zi-bao on the houses of bourgeoisie individuals living near the school</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text highlight about the influence of the Cultural Revolution on students' perceptions and actions?

    <p>It depicts the pressure and struggle faced by students to conform to the revolutionary movement's expectations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist struggle to find for their da-zi-bao?

    <p>Anything negative to write about their teachers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist decide to copy for their da-zi-bao?

    <p>An article from the newspaper</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist reflect on regarding the accusations in da-zi-bao?

    <p>The contradiction between the accusations and their personal experiences with teachers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event takes place in the classroom with Old Qian and Jiang Xi-wen?

    <p>The class is divided into two groups to confront them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the story capture regarding the conflict between da-zi-bao and students' personal experiences with teachers?

    <p>The conflict between the propaganda-driven accusations in da-zi-bao and the students' personal experiences with their teachers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist's internal conflict reflect?

    <p>The complexity and impact of the Cultural Revolution on individuals' perceptions and loyalties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the content of the da-zi-bao that distresses Jiang Ji-li?

    <p>Accusation of an inappropriate relationship with her teacher</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who advises Jiang Ji-li to stay home after the da-zi-bao incident?

    <p>Her parents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does An Yi share with Jiang Ji-li after the da-zi-bao incident?

    <p>Her own experience of being accused in a da-zi-bao</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What becomes influential due to the support of the Central Committee?

    <p>Red Guards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Jiang Ji-li question after the da-zi-bao incident?

    <p>Why her classmates would spread lies about her</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does An Yi update Jiang Ji-li on after the da-zi-bao incident?

    <p>The school situation and the rise of Red Guards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes chaos in Jiang Ji-li's school during the Cultural Revolution?

    <p>Influence of the Red Guards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who comforts Jiang Ji-li after she falls ill?

    <p>Her family and An Yi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Jiang Ji-li feel after reading the da-zi-bao?

    <p>Ashamed and humiliated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the da-zi-bao accuse Jiang Ji-li of?

    <p>Having an inappropriate relationship with her teacher</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does An Yi witness that leads to her informing Jiang Ji-li about it?

    <p>The da-zi-bao with false accusations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Jiang Ji-li seek from An Yi after becoming emotional?

    <p>Solace</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reason for Ji-li's conflicted feelings during the public shaming of Jiang Xi-wen?

    <p>Her family ties and political principles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Ji-li react to the public shaming of Jiang Xi-wen?

    <p>Pretends to tie her shoelaces to avoid looking at Jiang Xi-wen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes alarm in Ji-li's apartment?

    <p>Someone writes a da-zi-bao about Ji-li</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the public shaming of Jiang Xi-wen highlight?

    <p>The pressure and conflict faced by individuals perceived as bourgeois</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do Ji-li's classmates react on the way back to school after the public shaming?

    <p>Joke and laugh at Jiang Xi-wen's humiliation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What influences Ji-li's attempt to shake off the influence of 'evil stories' she read at Grandpa Hong's bookstall?

    <p>Her guilt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes alarm in Ji-li's apartment?

    <p>Someone writes a da-zi-bao about Ji-li</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the story highlight about the individuals perceived as bourgeois during the Cultural Revolution?

    <p>They faced public shaming and humiliation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason for Ji-li's conflicted feelings during the public shaming of Jiang Xi-wen?

    <p>Her family ties and political principles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the protagonist's reaction to the public shaming of Jiang Xi-wen?

    <p>Pretends to tie her shoelaces to avoid looking at Jiang Xi-wen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What influences Ji-li's attempt to shake off the influence of 'evil stories' she read at Grandpa Hong's bookstall?

    <p>Her guilt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes alarm in Ji-li's apartment?

    <p>Someone writes a da-zi-bao about Ji-li</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Teacher Gu inform Ji-li about the junior high school admissions policy?

    <p>Students will now be assigned to schools by teachers instead of taking an entrance exam</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the badge of Shi-yi Junior High symbolize for Ji-li?

    <p>Realization of her dream</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does Ji-li avoid being seen with Teacher Gu for nearly a month?

    <p>She does not want to give the Red Successors another excuse to attack her</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What emotion does Ji-li experience when Teacher Gu informs her about being assigned to Shi-yi Junior High?

    <p>Hope and disbelief</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main aim of the Red Guards' campaign to 'Destroy the Four Olds'?

    <p>To eradicate old traditions and bourgeois lifestyles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Red Guards do to publicly shame and condemn those they targeted?

    <p>Posted da-zi-bao</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did the protagonist's grandmother try to shield the children from the search party's activities?

    <p>To protect the children from witnessing the confiscation of possessions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the community members discuss about the targeted individual, Mrs. Rong?

    <p>The extravagant possessions and lifestyle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the crowd show as the search party carried out valuable possessions, including a large bed?

    <p>Both admiration and disdain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the protagonist's family also possess, highlighting the widespread impact of the campaign?

    <p>A 'capitalist bed'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the protagonist feel during the search, and what did her curiosity lead her to do?

    <p>A mix of inspiration and fear; sneak a peek at the scene</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the community's reaction to the confiscation of Mrs. Rong's possessions?

    <p>Satisfaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the protagonist feel as the crowd admired the confiscated bed?

    <p>Embarrassed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the Red Guards' approach to eliminate personal possessions during the campaign?

    <p>By ransacking the houses of class enemies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the protagonist's brother want to do, and how did their grandmother respond?

    <p>Eager to witness the search party's actions; forbade it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the community's reaction to the confiscation of Mrs. Rong's possessions?

    <p>Satisfaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What shift in atmosphere occurs in the neighborhood?

    <p>From a happy summer to a tense and vulnerable one</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who takes on more responsibilities, including shopping for food, after Song Po-po leaves?

    <p>The children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the narrator feel after taking on more responsibilities?

    <p>Pride in the responsibility and feeling like a grown-up</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reason for Six-Fingers' active involvement in the searches?

    <p>Organizing children to help</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What leads to the dismissal of Song Po-po?

    <p>Fear of exploitation by the Red Guards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the absence of Song Po-po bring to the family?

    <p>More work and responsibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Ji-yong's response to the searches reveal?

    <p>He is enthusiastic and shares exciting stories</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who takes over cooking when Grandma falls ill?

    <p>The narrator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What motivates the children to take on more responsibilities?

    <p>The absence of Song Po-po</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the neighborhood experience frequently, causing tension and fear?

    <p>Searches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is too sick to work but actively involved in the searches?

    <p>Six-Fingers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of Song Po-po's departure?

    <p>Brings sadness and memories of her kindness and sacrifices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What mode of transportation does Ji-yong use to take Grandma to the clinic?

    <p>Rickshaw</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fate of Grandma's trunks as discussed in the story?

    <p>Dyed black to avoid being considered old-fashioned</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the narrative highlight about the father's commitments?

    <p>He has late-night commitments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Grandma express sentimentality towards in the story?

    <p>Her trunks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the family encounter difficulties with on their way to the clinic?

    <p>The pedicab</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the story primarily portray about the family?

    <p>Their struggles and unity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Grandma's leaving the scene symbolize in the story?

    <p>Her emotional attachment to the trunks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reason for dyeing Grandma's trunks black?

    <p>To avoid being considered old-fashioned</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the family's main focus in the story?

    <p>Dealing with Grandma's health issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the family's resilience and unity primarily showcase?

    <p>Their ability to overcome challenges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the protagonist's struggle in the story related to?

    <p>Cooking a meal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the family ultimately achieve despite the challenges they face?

    <p>A successful trip to the clinic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the girls decide to do after graduating without a ceremony or party?

    <p>Buy new school supplies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Teacher Gu confirm to the girls?

    <p>All students will be assigned to schools by their residential districts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the girls find when they revisit the school?

    <p>The school is empty and changed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist work on during the summer heat?

    <p>Embroidering a pillow sham</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text convey about the protagonist's feelings?

    <p>A sense of loss and disappointment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the girls learn about the teachers' assignments?

    <p>The teachers' assignments have been canceled</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the girls decide to do when they hear the familiar sound of drums and gongs in the distance?

    <p>Investigate the source of the sound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do the girls feel about the new directive regarding school assignments?

    <p>Disappointed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the girls purchase after graduating without a ceremony or party?

    <p>New school supplies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the girls find when they revisit the school's library?

    <p>Closed for sorting during summer vacation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the girls learn about the students' school assignments?

    <p>They will be assigned to schools by their residential districts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the girls decide to ask Teacher Gu about?

    <p>The rumor about the canceled teachers' assignments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Red Guards take from the house?

    <p>Confiscated items including a bicycle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the protagonist witness at An Yi's back door?

    <p>A hushed crowd packed outside the kitchen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did An Yi's grandmother do?

    <p>Jumped out the bathroom window</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the protagonist ask An Yi's grandmother a few days ago?

    <p>When An Yi would return from Shandong</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist wish for in relation to their family?

    <p>To be born into a 'red' family</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the treasured possession stolen from Ji-yong?

    <p>Army cap</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are Ji-yong, Xiao-cheng, and Ming-ming known as in their alley?

    <p>The three musketeers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist feel amidst the constant changes brought by the Cultural Revolution?

    <p>Lost</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist ponder about their family members in relation to the revolution?

    <p>Feelings if they were officially classified as enemies of the revolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the family's reaction to the restrictions of the Cultural Revolution?

    <p>Boredom and frustration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What influences the protagonist's dreams?

    <p>Anxiety caused by the Cultural Revolution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is mentioned as a target of hatred due to political affiliations?

    <p>The protagonist's grandfather</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the family do due to the restrictions imposed by the Cultural Revolution?

    <p>Spends time in the park</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist reflect on regarding Chairman Mao, Liu Shao-qi, and Deng Xiao-ping?

    <p>Uncertainty surrounding them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the family burn under the influence of the Cultural Revolution?

    <p>Old family photos</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist wish to avoid and fulfill?

    <p>Confusion and revolutionary duties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the family's secret sign to indicate if the Red Guards are at their house?

    <p>A red cloth tied to the gate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist reflect on regarding Grandma?

    <p>Kindness, beauty, and resilience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the family burn to avoid persecution during the Cultural Revolution?

    <p>Pictures considered 'four olds' by the Red Guards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Grandma's struggle at a young age?

    <p>Her feet were half-bound</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Dad express concern about regarding the burning of pictures?

    <p>The neighbors noticing the smoke</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text give a glimpse into regarding the impact of the Cultural Revolution?

    <p>The impact on a Chinese family and the measures they take to protect themselves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Grandma express worry about?

    <p>The Red Guards and her safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the family do to avoid persecution during the Cultural Revolution?

    <p>Follow strict rules and take precautions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the family's relationship with Grandma in the neighborhood?

    <p>Well-loved and respected</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Mom do when she comes home looking nervous?

    <p>Asks the family to go outside to play</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the smoke from burning pictures signify?

    <p>Burning of 'four olds' by the Red Guards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the family share that indicates the impact of the Cultural Revolution?

    <p>A close bond and strict rules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the reason for Xiao-cheng’s father being suspended and under investigation?

    <p>Being accused of being a capitalist follower</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What caused fear and tension in the whole family during the Red Guards' search?

    <p>A knife and partially burned pictures found in the communal garbage bin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What led to chaos and disorder in the house during the Red Guards' search?

    <p>The aggressive search by the Red Guards led by a zealous girl</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What brought the three friends, Xiao-cheng, Ming-ming, and Ji-yong closer?

    <p>Facing family problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What caused fear in the neighborhood before the Red Guards' arrival?

    <p>A knife and partially burned pictures found in the communal garbage bin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Ji-yong do despite the family's troubles?

    <p>Got into a fight to retrieve his cap</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What caused the family to spend a tense day in the park?

    <p>Fearing the arrival of the Red Guards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Ming-ming’s father under arrest for?

    <p>Being accused of being a traitor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What caused fear and tension in the whole family during the search of Fourth Aunt’s apartment?

    <p>The Red Guards' aggressive search</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Red Guards' search cause in the house?

    <p>Chaos and disorder</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the family endure during the search by the Red Guards?

    <p>A night of fear and uncertainty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the text highlight about the Cultural Revolution and the Red Guards' actions?

    <p>Fear, tension, and disruption caused</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did An Yi's family refrain from doing at the crematorium due to the stigma of suicide?

    <p>Playing funeral music or wearing mourning bands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why were An Yi and her mother warned not to ally with a 'bad class' after the grandmother's suicide?

    <p>Due to the stigma of suicide</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What prompted Dad to suggest a picnic with Grandma for the children?

    <p>A possible need for Grandma to rest due to sickness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the family set off for in the cool morning, despite the promise of a hot day ahead?

    <p>A picnic in the park</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the setting of the story?

    <p>A challenging historical and social backdrop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was An Yi's grandmother known for despite her own struggles?

    <p>Giving treats and caring for the family</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the environment at the crematorium during the memorial service feel?

    <p>Oppressive and chilling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the protagonist's family's reaction to Dad's colleagues, Uncle Tian and Aunt Wu, visiting?

    <p>Received a visit from Dad's colleagues, Uncle Tian and Aunt Wu</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What position was Chang Hong elected to in the school?

    <p>Head of the Red Guards Committee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist reach for in their pocket during the Morning Benediction?

    <p>Precious Red Book</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What would happen if the head of the school found out that the protagonist had forgotten their Precious Red Book?

    <p>They would criticize the protagonist in front of the entire school</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist feel about their deskmate, Chang Hong, after her election to the Red Guards Committee?

    <p>Admiration and awkwardness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What task is the protagonist assigned at the Children’s Art Theater?

    <p>Delivering clothes to their father</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the protagonist gain an unexpected opportunity to see their father briefly?

    <p>Through persistence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the father do under harsh conditions, observed by the protagonist?

    <p>Carrying a large concrete pipe with other men</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What contrasts the family's previous lifestyle with their current struggles?

    <p>Their current social status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is evident throughout the text regarding the protagonist's feelings?

    <p>Fear and concern for their family's well-being</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the protagonist's main struggle in the story related to?

    <p>Dealing with political repression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text primarily portray about the impact of political repression?

    <p>On a family's daily life and relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are the family's social status and relationships affected by the political situation?

    <p>Negatively impacted</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist encounter when trying to see their father?

    <p>Strict rules and resistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist's emotional turmoil primarily reflect?

    <p>Their inner thoughts and reactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the mother face in terms of cooperation with authorities?

    <p>Threats and coercion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the protagonist's role in the family's struggle?

    <p>Delivering clothes to their father</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the family's main concern regarding their association with Uncle Fan?

    <p>Being accused of establishing counterrevolutionary ties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What psychological pressure does the family grapple with?

    <p>Confessing to false accusations for leniency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text highlight about the atmosphere during the Cultural Revolution in China?

    <p>Pervasive fear, suspicion, and pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What leads to tension and fear in the family?

    <p>Uncle Fan's detaining</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Dad pressured to do during the Cultural Revolution?

    <p>Confess to unknown accusations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the family struggle with due to Uncle Fan's detainment?

    <p>Emotional and psychological toll</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the narrator reflect on regarding Uncle Fan's past?

    <p>Former success and dignity in the entertainment industry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the family's reaction to Uncle Fan's appearance at their house?

    <p>Shock and concern</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the family fear in relation to Uncle Fan's detaining?

    <p>Public exposure and punishment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the family refuse to do in relation to Uncle Fan?

    <p>Betray him or disclose any information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the family struggle with regarding Uncle Fan's detainment?

    <p>Emotional and psychological toll</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the family fear regarding their own potential punishment?

    <p>Repercussions from their association with Uncle Fan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reason behind the father's detainment?

    <p>Alleged counterrevolutionary ties and listening to foreign radio</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mother's illness that renders her helpless during sudden attacks?

    <p>Mèniére’s disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the atmosphere during the narrator's 14th birthday?

    <p>Somber</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the grandmother do to express her concern for her son's safety?

    <p>Prays</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the family's main concern regarding the father's detainment?

    <p>His stubbornness in confessing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the narrator's task regarding Uncle Tian?

    <p>To call and inquire about the father's situation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the family's reaction to the mother's cold reception at her office?

    <p>Distress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the family preparing for, although there is no mention of it and no celebration?

    <p>Chinese New Year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the family's struggle that casts a shadow over the Chinese New Year?

    <p>The father's detainment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the family suspect led to the father's detainment?

    <p>Alleged counterrevolutionary ties and listening to foreign radio</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the narrator's concern about the father's actions?

    <p>His stubbornness in confessing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason behind the mother's helplessness during sudden attacks?

    <p>Mèniére’s disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist find reminiscent of her past self?

    <p>Receiving praise and admiration from her classmates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is described as a highly respected and dedicated educator?

    <p>The Math teacher, Teacher Li</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What leads to the protagonist's anxiety and worry about her class status?

    <p>Being asked to stay after class by Teacher Li</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the protagonist reluctant to join the propaganda group?

    <p>Fear of the consequences of being in the spotlight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What interrupts the protagonist's reading during winter vacation?

    <p>A soft knock on the door and a whispered call of 'Lao Jiang'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text convey about the protagonist's fear?

    <p>Fear of being judged and treated unfairly due to her family background</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the protagonist asked to join the propaganda group for the blackboard newspaper?

    <p>Due to her beautiful handwriting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist find impressive about her classmate?

    <p>Quick thinking and problem-solving abilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist fear about joining the propaganda group?

    <p>Consequences of being in the spotlight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist feel conflicted and hesitant about?

    <p>Joining the propaganda group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What book is the protagonist reading during winter vacation?

    <p>'Jane Eyre'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist receive from a classmate to prevent getting into trouble?

    <p>A cover of the Precious Red Book</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Chairman Jin suggest to add to the presentation?

    <p>A quotation from Chairman Mao's works</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who requests Jiang Ji-li to come to the office, leading to her nervousness?

    <p>Teacher Hou from the Revolutionary Committee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Jiang Ji-li's initial reaction upon being called to the office?

    <p>Nervousness and wonder about the reason</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is waiting for Jiang Ji-li in the office, causing her dismay?

    <p>The thin-faced foreman from Dad's theater</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the protagonist's primary reason for being sent to the countryside?

    <p>To escape punishment for her father's actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of work are the protagonist and her classmates primarily engaged in during their summer labor?

    <p>Rice field cultivation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What time do they start their work in the rice fields?

    <p>5:30 AM</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the protagonist by the third day of work?

    <p>She injures herself with a sickle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who offers to help the protagonist when she injures herself with the sickle?

    <p>Bai Shan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the protagonist's initial reaction to Bai Shan's offer of help?

    <p>She cries and rejects his help</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text primarily convey about the protagonist's attitude towards accepting help?

    <p>She is reluctant to accept help and wants to prove herself</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What emotions does Bai Shan display when the protagonist refuses his help?

    <p>Confusion, sympathy, and disappointment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the setting of the countryside primarily provide for the protagonist's internal struggle?

    <p>A demanding backdrop for her challenges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of the protagonist's relationship with Bai Shan is explored in the text?

    <p>His willingness to help and her reluctance to accept it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of the text regarding the protagonist's experience in the countryside?

    <p>Her physical and emotional challenges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the protagonist strive to demonstrate through her actions during the summer labor?

    <p>Her determination and independence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Jiang Ji-li pressured to do at the struggle meeting?

    <p>Break with her family and testify against her father</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Bai Shan warn Jiang Ji-li about when entering the exhibition hall?

    <p>To brace herself</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text primarily depict about Jiang Ji-li's experience?

    <p>Intense psychological pressure and isolation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Thin-Face inform Jiang Ji-li about her father's mistakes?

    <p>Serious mistakes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Jiang Ji-li struggle to do after the confrontation with her father's colleagues?

    <p>Sleep</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Jiang Ji-li try to focus on the next day?

    <p>The opening of an exhibition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Jiang Ji-li feel when she enters the exhibition hall?

    <p>Isolated and under intense pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What ultimatum is Jiang Ji-li given?

    <p>Choose between breaking with her family and following Chairman Mao or becoming an enemy of the people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who informs Jiang Ji-li about her father's serious mistakes?

    <p>Thin-Face</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do Thin-Face and a woman state they will return for?

    <p>Her statement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Jiang Ji-li feel after Thin-Face and the woman leave?

    <p>Trapped and alone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Jiang Ji-li struggle with after the struggle meeting is announced?

    <p>Pressure to break with her family</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Chang Hong urge Jiang Ji-li to do?

    <p>Go to the countryside for summer labor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the setting of the Red Guard Committee office describe?

    <p>Filled with red slogans, posters, armbands, and flags</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Jiang Ji-li feel after Chairman Jin informs her about Fang Fang replacing her?

    <p>Ashamed and runs away from the hall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Chang Hong emphasize to Jiang Ji-li?

    <p>The importance of her political life and family's class background</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does Jiang Ji-li decide to go to the countryside?

    <p>To prove herself and follow Chairman Mao's revolutionary line</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Chang Hong express concern for regarding Jiang Ji-li?

    <p>Her family situation and the impact on her political life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Jiang Ji-li reflect on regarding Chang Hong?

    <p>Chang Hong's sincerity and desire to help her</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Chang Hong insist on discussing with Jiang Ji-li?

    <p>Jiang Ji-li's request to do summer labor in the city instead of the countryside</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Jiang Ji-li leave behind in the exhibition booth?

    <p>A dictionary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Chairman Jin inform Jiang Ji-li about?

    <p>Fang Fang replacing her due to her political situation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Jiang Ji-li meet with Chang Hong at?

    <p>The Red Guard Committee office</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Jiang Ji-li decide to do after meeting with Chang Hong?

    <p>Go to the countryside, determined to prove herself and follow Chairman Mao's revolutionary line</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Ji-li do despite feeling unwell?

    <p>Works tirelessly in the scorching heat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distracts Ji-li's thoughts while working?

    <p>Popsicles and cool things</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What prompts Ji-li's eventual return home?

    <p>Her friend's study sessions in Shanghai</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Uncle Tian discuss with Ji-li's mother?

    <p>Revising a mysterious letter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Ji-li ponder about the papers left by her mother?

    <p>Their significance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Ji-li recite for motivation?

    <p>Chairman Mao's quotation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does Ji-li find solace after fainting at work?

    <p>In an empty storage room</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Ji-li feel after her friend's visit?

    <p>A mix of relief and worry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Ji-li experience before regaining consciousness?

    <p>A vivid and distressing dream</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does Ji-li eventually relent and return home?

    <p>Her friend's study sessions in Shanghai</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Ji-li's friend, Chang Hong, inform her about?

    <p>Being called back to Shanghai for study sessions with her father's theater</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Ji-li do despite her physical condition?

    <p>Works tirelessly in the scorching heat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Childhood Memories in Shanghai

    • The narrator's Fourth Aunt, living downstairs, had a daughter named You-mei and a granddaughter called Hua-hua
    • The extended family used to occupy two buildings, now only two families remain
    • The narrator's family shares one room, but they love it because it is spacious and bright with a private bathroom
    • Saturday evenings are special with Dad's colleagues visiting for "Jiang's salon" gatherings, where they enjoy food and company
    • The narrator feels like the luckiest girl in the world until an audition changes her perspective
    • The narrator's dream of a future career is shaken after failing the audition
    • The narrator reflects on her dreams and wonders if they will drift away like soap bubbles
    • The phrase "DESTROY THE FOUR OLDS" is mentioned, hinting at the political climate of the time
    • Every Sunday, the narrator and her siblings visit Grandpa Hong's bookstall to rent picture books
    • The alley where they live is described as once being for wealthy families but now shared by several families
    • Grandpa Hong always gives them an extra book for free
    • The neighborhood and its residents are described in detail, emphasizing the connection between the children and Grandpa Hong

    Cultural Revolution and Da-zi-bao

    • Jiang Ji-li's name appears in a da-zi-bao, causing her distress
    • An Yi witnesses the da-zi-bao and informs Jiang Ji-li about it
    • Jiang Ji-li feels ashamed and humiliated after reading the da-zi-bao
    • The da-zi-bao accuses Jiang Ji-li of having an inappropriate relationship with her teacher, Ke Cheng-li
    • Jiang Ji-li becomes emotional and seeks solace from An Yi
    • An Yi shares her own experience of da-zi-bao about her mother
    • Jiang Ji-li is advised to stay home by her parents after the incident
    • Jiang Ji-li falls ill and is comforted by her family and An Yi
    • Jiang Ji-li questions why her classmates would spread lies about her
    • An Yi updates Jiang Ji-li on the school situation and the rise of Red Guards
    • Red Guards become influential due to the support of the Central Committee
    • Jiang Ji-li's school becomes chaotic due to the influence of the Red Guards and the Cultural Revolution

    The Revolution in Ji-li's Neighborhood

    • Ji-li is assigned to a group visiting her relative Jiang Xi-wen's house
    • Jiang Xi-wen is criticized for her stylish appearance and her complaint to the school about students picking mulberry leaves
    • Ji-li's classmate, Yin Lan-lan, leads a group to publicly shame Jiang Xi-wen
    • Jiang Xi-wen is forced to post a da-zi-bao on her door and is humiliated
    • Ji-li feels conflicted about the situation due to her family ties and political principles
    • Jiang Xi-wen is visibly distressed during the public shaming
    • Ji-li pretends to tie her shoelaces to avoid looking at Jiang Xi-wen during the confrontation
    • On the way back to school, classmates joke and laugh at Jiang Xi-wen's humiliation
    • Ji-li feels guilty and tries to shake off the influence of "evil stories" she read at Grandpa Hong's bookstall
    • Someone writes a da-zi-bao about Ji-li, causing alarm in her apartment
    • The story highlights the pressure and conflict faced by Ji-li due to her family ties and political principles during the Cultural Revolution
    • The text sheds light on the public shaming and humiliation experienced by individuals who were perceived as bourgeois during the Cultural Revolution

    The End of School and a New Directive

    • The protagonist expresses gratitude to Teacher Gu for her support and inquires about An Yi's school assignment due to her illness
    • The protagonist and An Yi graduate without a ceremony or party, and decide to buy new school supplies
    • They purchase new schoolbags, lunchboxes, and stationary, feeling like they've reached a new status
    • The girls learn of a rumor that the teachers' assignments have been canceled and decide to ask Teacher Gu
    • Teacher Gu confirms the new directive that all students will be assigned to schools by their residential districts
    • The girls are disappointed as their dreams of attending a better school are shattered
    • They revisit the school, finding it empty and changed, with signs of revolutionary actions replacing previous decorations
    • The library is closed for sorting during summer vacation, leaving the protagonist saddened at the loss of favorite books
    • The protagonist hears the familiar sound of drums and gongs in the distance, indicating tension in the air
    • The summer heat makes the protagonist unable to knit, and she works on embroidering a pillow sham as she waits for the evening
    • The text conveys a sense of loss and disappointment as the protagonist grapples with the changes in the educational system
    • The story sets the stage for the protagonist's continued struggle and resilience in the face of adversity

    A Tale of Loss and Grief

    • An Yi's grandmother, a short and skinny woman with bound feet, took care of her family, including An Yi, her mother, blind sister, and father, after her wealthy husband's death.
    • An Yi's grandmother was known for giving treats and caring for the family, despite her own struggles.
    • An Yi's grandmother committed suicide, and the protagonist attended her crematorium memorial service.
    • The crematorium emitted black smoke, and the environment was described as oppressive and chilling.
    • An Yi's family mourned silently, unable to play funeral music or wear mourning bands due to the stigma of suicide under Chairman Mao's regime.
    • An Yi's grandmother had to carry An Yi during asthma attacks, and her own health deteriorated over time.
    • The protagonist remembered a moment of kindness from An Yi's grandmother, fanning An Yi during a hot day.
    • An Yi and her mother mourned bitterly at the crematorium, and were warned not to ally with a "bad class" due to the suicide.
    • The protagonist's family received a visit from Dad's colleagues, Uncle Tian and Aunt Wu, who whispered about "the current situation" and prompted the children to leave.
    • Dad instructed the children to go on a picnic with their Grandma, hinting at a possible need for Grandma to rest due to sickness.
    • The family set off for the park in the cool morning, but the sun promised a hot day ahead.
    • The text captures the emotional weight of loss and grief in the context of a challenging historical and social backdrop.

    Uncle Fan's Detainment and Family's Reactions

    • Uncle Fan arrives at the narrator's house with a swollen, bruised, and bloody face, looking like a "monster."
    • The family reacts with shock and concern, hiding his bicycle and tending to his injuries in secret.
    • The narrator reflects on Uncle Fan's former success and dignity in the entertainment industry.
    • Uncle Fan's detaining traumatizes the family, leading to tension and fear.
    • The family fears public exposure and punishment due to their association with Uncle Fan.
    • The family grapples with the psychological pressure to confess to false accusations in order to receive leniency.
    • Dad, a Party member, faces pressure to confess to unknown accusations and fears being publicly named.
    • The family fears repercussions from their association with Uncle Fan, including being accused of establishing counterrevolutionary ties.
    • The family remains loyal to Uncle Fan, refusing to betray him or disclose any information.
    • The family struggles with the emotional and psychological toll of Uncle Fan's detainment, leading to fear, tension, and uncertainty.
    • The text highlights the pervasive atmosphere of fear, suspicion, and pressure during the Cultural Revolution in China.
    • The family is torn between loyalty to Uncle Fan and the fear of their own potential punishment, creating a sense of helplessness and unease.

    The Struggle for Acceptance and Recognition

    • The protagonist is in a class where students are chanting and waving their red books in praise of Chairman Mao.
    • The protagonist is saved by a classmate who hands her a cover of the Precious Red Book, preventing her from getting into trouble.
    • The protagonist is impressed by her classmate's quick thinking and problem-solving abilities.
    • The Math teacher, Teacher Li, is described as a highly respected and dedicated educator who insists on using her own lecture notes with added quotations from Chairman Mao.
    • The protagonist receives praise and admiration from her classmates for her academic achievements, which she finds reminiscent of her past self.
    • The protagonist is asked to stay after class by Teacher Li, leading to anxiety and worry about her class status.
    • It is revealed that the protagonist and another student are asked to join the propaganda group for the blackboard newspaper due to their beautiful handwriting.
    • The protagonist feels conflicted and hesitant about joining the propaganda group, fearing the consequences of being in the spotlight.
    • During winter vacation, the protagonist's parents are engaged in a serious conversation, and the protagonist is reading "Jane Eyre" while her siblings are asleep.
    • The protagonist is interrupted by a soft knock on the door and a whispered call of "Lao Jiang," a name only used by her father's friends from the theater.
    • The text conveys a sense of internal struggle and the protagonist's fear of being judged and treated unfairly due to her family background.
    • The protagonist's reluctance to join the propaganda group and her anxiety about being in the spotlight reflects her internal conflict and desire for acceptance.

    The Red Guard Committee's Decision and Chang Hong's Concern

    • Chairman Jin informs Jiang Ji-li that Fang Fang will replace her due to her political situation
    • Jiang Ji-li feels ashamed and runs away from the hall
    • Bai Shan returns a dictionary to Jiang Ji-li, which she leaves behind in the exhibition booth
    • Jiang Ji-li meets with Chang Hong at the Red Guard Committee office
    • Chang Hong insists on discussing Jiang Ji-li's request to do summer labor in the city instead of the countryside
    • Chang Hong emphasizes the importance of Jiang Ji-li's political life and the influence of her family's class background
    • Chang Hong urges Jiang Ji-li to go to the countryside for summer labor to follow Chairman Mao's revolutionary line
    • Jiang Ji-li agrees to go to the countryside, wanting to prove herself and not disappoint Chang Hong
    • The setting of the Red Guard Committee office is described, filled with red slogans, posters, armbands, and flags
    • Chang Hong expresses concern for Jiang Ji-li's family situation and the impact on her political life
    • Jiang Ji-li reflects on Chang Hong's sincerity and desire to help her
    • Jiang Ji-li decides to go to the countryside, determined to prove herself and follow Chairman Mao's revolutionary line

    The Struggle for Survival

    • The protagonist, Jiang Ji-li, works in a rural area, experiencing physical and mental hardships.
    • Ji-li is determined to face the challenges of work despite feeling sick and struggling with fever.
    • She works tirelessly in the scorching heat, enduring pain and exhaustion.
    • Ji-li's thoughts wander to distractions like popsicles and cool things to cope with the grueling work.
    • Despite feeling unwell, she pushes herself to work, reciting Chairman Mao's quotation for motivation.
    • Ji-li eventually faints at work due to her physical condition.
    • She experiences a vivid and distressing dream before regaining consciousness.
    • After fainting, Ji-li finds solace in the stillness of an empty storage room.
    • Ji-li's friend, Chang Hong, visits her and informs her about being called back to Shanghai for study sessions with her father's theater.
    • Ji-li initially refuses to leave, but eventually relents and returns home, feeling a mix of relief and worry.
    • Uncle Tian visits Ji-li's home and discusses revising a mysterious letter with her mother.
    • Ji-li, curious about the papers left by her mother, ponders their significance before eventually falling asleep.

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