Where the Mountain Meets the Moon Flashcards

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What happened in chapter one of Where the Mountain Meets the Moon?

Nothing grows on the mountain.

What happened in chapter two?

Minli buys a goldfish.

What happened in chapter three?

Ma becomes angry with Minli after she bought the goldfish.

What happened in chapter four?

Minli hears the story of 'The Old Man of the Moon'. Signup and view all the answers

What happened in chapter five?

Minli frees the goldfish. Signup and view all the answers

What happened in chapter six?

Minli goes on her journey for the Old Man of the Moon. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'disobedient' mean?

Naughty or defiant. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'manipulation'?

Plot, plan, or treatment used towards a goal. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'reufully' mean?

Full of regret. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'coaxing' mean?

Lightly persuading. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'famine'?

Food shortage. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'enthralled' mean?

Fascinated, captivated, or spellbound. Signup and view all the answers

What happened in chapter seven?

Ma & Ba search for Minli. Signup and view all the answers

What happened in chapter eight?

Minli sees a dragon. Signup and view all the answers

What happened in chapter nine?

Ma & Ba get in an argument. Signup and view all the answers

What happened in chapter ten?

Minli cuts the rope off of the dragon. Signup and view all the answers

What happened in chapter eleven?

Dragon tells the story of the dragon. Signup and view all the answers

What happened in chapter twelve?

Ma & Ba are informed about the story of the goldfish man. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'accompanying' mean?

Going along with. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'sparingly' mean?

A small amount. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'irritation'?

The state of feeling annoyed, impatient, or angry. Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'magistrate'?

A civil officer charged with the administration of the law. Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'protest'?

A statement or action expressing disapproval of or objection to something. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'engrossed' mean?

Completely occupied or absorbed. Signup and view all the answers

What happened in chapter thirteen?

Minli asks a few questions to dragon including 'how old are you'. Signup and view all the answers

What happened in chapter fourteen?

Minli plays a prank on the monkeys. Signup and view all the answers

What prank did Minli do?

She made rice and put a fishing net over it so the monkeys couldn't get any. Signup and view all the answers

What happened in chapter fifteen?

The story of happiness. Signup and view all the answers

What is the story of the fruitless mountain?

Jade's children sacrifice their lives to make rivers so humans can drink water. Signup and view all the answers

What is the story of the old man of the moon?

Old man of the moon can answer any question asked to him. Signup and view all the answers

What is the story of the goldfish man?

The goldfish man met the old man of the moon and gave Ma & Ba hope about Minli. Signup and view all the answers

What is the story of the dragon?

An artist makes a picture of a dragon, gives it to magistrate Tiger. Then the dragon escapes the picture. Signup and view all the answers

What is the story of the paper of happiness?

A family is very happy, magistrate Tiger orders the secret to happiness taken to him, then his guards lose it and magistrate Tiger becomes frustrated. Signup and view all the answers

What happened in chapter sixteen?

Minli and dragon go to the city of bright moonlight and are told about the dragon gate. Signup and view all the answers

What happened in chapter seventeen?

Minli meets buffalo boy. Signup and view all the answers

What happened in chapter eighteen?

The story of buffalo boy. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'hysterical' mean?

Emotionally out of control. Signup and view all the answers

What is an 'emissary'?

An agent sent on a mission. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'flailing' mean?

Moving or waving about. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'splendor' mean?

Magnificence; brilliance of appearance. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'bustling' mean?

Move in an energetic or noisy manner. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'hesitating' mean?

Pausing before doing something because you are feeling unsure. Signup and view all the answers

What happened in chapter nineteen?

Minli peeked through the window seeing buffalo boy's friend. Signup and view all the answers

What happened in chapter twenty?

Ma & Ba return home. Signup and view all the answers

What happened in chapter twenty-one?

Minli reaches the inner circle. She helps the king who was dressed up as an old man. Signup and view all the answers

What happened in chapter twenty-two?

Minli follows the king into his palace. Signup and view all the answers

What happened in chapter twenty-three?

The unknown part of the story of the old man of the ... Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Chapter Summaries

Chapter One: Describes a barren mountain where nothing grows, setting a bleak backdrop.
Chapter Two: Minli purchases a goldfish, introducing the theme of curiosity and adventure.
Chapter Three: Minli’s mother, Ma, becomes angry with her for buying the goldfish, highlighting family tensions.
Chapter Four: Introduction of "The Old Man of the Moon," a significant figure in Minli's quest.
Chapter Five: Minli frees the goldfish, demonstrating her kindness and connection to the creature.
Chapter Six: Minli embarks on a journey to find the Old Man of the Moon, marking the start of her adventure.
Chapter Seven: Ma and Ba (Minli’s parents) begin searching for her, showing their concern.
Chapter Eight: Minli encounters a dragon, indicating a partnership in her quest.
Chapter Nine: Ma and Ba argue, reflecting emotional struggles in their family dynamic.
Chapter Ten: Minli cuts the rope freeing the dragon, symbolizing liberation and teamwork.
Chapter Eleven: The dragon shares his own story, deepening their bond.
Chapter Twelve: Ma and Ba learn about the goldfish man, adding layers to the narrative.
Chapter Thirteen: Minli inquires about the dragon’s age, showcasing her curiosity.
Chapter Fourteen: Minli plays a prank on the monkeys, presenting her playful side.
Chapter Fifteen: Introduces "The Story of Happiness," exploring themes of contentment.
Chapter Sixteen: Minli and the dragon visit the City of Bright Moonlight, expanding their journey.
Chapter Seventeen: Minli meets Buffalo Boy, introducing new characters and stories.
Chapter Eighteen: Unveils the story of Buffalo Boy, contributing to Minli's adventures.
Chapter Nineteen: Minli peeks through a window at Buffalo Boy's friend, hinting at hidden narratives.
Chapter Twenty: Marks an important development in Minli's journey.
Chapter Twenty-One: Minli reaches the inner circle and helps the king, emphasizing her bravery.
Chapter Twenty-Two: Minli follows the king into his palace, suggesting intrigue and discovery.
Chapter Twenty-Three: The story hints at an unknown part involving the Old Man of the Moon.

Vocabulary Terms

Disobedient: Characterized by naughtiness or defiance, shown in Minli's actions.
Manipulation: Refers to careful planning towards an objective, often seen in character interactions.
Ruefully: A state of regret experienced by characters in moments of reflection.
Coaxing: Light persuasion used by characters to achieve their goals.
Famine: A critical theme representing food shortages affecting the narrative.
Enthralled: Used to describe characters captivated by stories or events.
Accompanying: The act of going along with others, often seen in Minli’s relationships.
Sparingly: Indicates the use of limited resources throughout the story.
Irritation: Reflects the emotional states of characters during conflicts.
Magistrate: A civil officer representing law and order within the story's community.
Protest: Expresses disapproval by characters in various situations.
Engrossed: Describes characters deeply absorbed in stories or events.

Key Stories and Themes

The Story of the Fruitless Mountain: Demonstrates sacrifices made by jade children for humanity's benefit.
The Story of the Old Man of the Moon: Introduces a sage capable of answering any question posed to him.
The Story of the Goldfish Man: Illustrates how hope is delivered to Minli's parents.
The Story of the Dragon: Details the creative escape of a dragon from a painter's work.
The Paper of Happiness: Explains the quest for the secret to happiness and the resulting frustration of the magistrate.

Character Development

Minli: Exhibits growth through her adventures, curiosity, and kindness towards the goldfish and others she meets.
Ma and Ba: Their relationship reflects challenges and love, showcasing parental concern and conflict throughout the story.
Dragon: Represents both a companion and a representation of myth as Minli learns his story alongside her own journey.
Buffalo Boy: Adds depth and charm to the narrative, introducing new challenges and alliances.

These notes provide a detailed overview of the story elements and vocabulary from "Where the Mountain Meets the Moon."

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