Characters
Where does the story take place?
Seoul, Korea.
What does the exposition introduce?
The characters, setting, and beginning situation/conflict.
What is one major theme supported by the brothers' actions?
People can accomplish more when they recognize and use one another's strengths.
What does "departure from tradition" mean?
Choosing to do something differently from what is usually expected.
Why is the final kite fight the climax and not the resolution?
The outcome is still uncertain, so tension is at its highest.
Who is the protagonist whose goals, struggles, and growth drive the story?
Young-sup.
What event helps move the rising action forward by allowing Young-sup to compete?
Kee-sup convinces their father to let Young-sup compete.
What does Kee-sup do that shows teamwork?
He makes the kite while Young-sup uses his skill to fly it.
In the phrase "paid off," what does it mean?
It worked out or brought a good result.
How does Hee-nam's action at the end affect the plot?
His acknowledgment of Young-sup's victory resolves uncertainty about the match.
Who is Young-sup's main competitor in the final kite-fighting match?
Kim Hee-nam.
What event is the climax of the story?
Young-sup and Hee-nam battle in the final match, and the outcome is uncertain.
How does the ending show that traditions can change?
The King begins a new lantern-kite tradition after the brothers' success.
What does climax mean in a story?
The point of greatest tension or the turning point.
How do Young-sup and Hee-nam play different roles in the plot?
Young-sup drives the story through his goals and growth; Hee-nam challenges him as a competitor.
What different strengths do Young-sup and Kee-sup bring to their teamwork?
Young-sup is a skilled kite flyer; Kee-sup is a careful kite maker.
What happens in the resolution?
Young-sup wins, the brothers are recognized for their work, and the King begins a new lantern-kite tradition.
Explain how the brothers' different strengths help them succeed.
Their skills complement each other: Kee-sup builds the kite and Young-sup flies it.
What does resolution mean in a story?
The ending that shows how the conflict is settled.
Give two story events that show teamwork leads to success.
Possible answer: Kee-sup supports Young-sup's chance to compete; Kee-sup makes the kite while Young-sup flies it; the brothers are recognized after the competition.