Vocabulary Words and Phrases
“Every student here today was handpicked for both academic and political excellence.”
What does the Ji-Li mean by the term “political excellence”?
A. Ability to speak Mandarin
B. Loyalty to the Communist Party
C. Desire to lead a group of people
D. Interest in the Red Guard Committee
B. Loyalty to the Communist Party
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Where is the story set?
Shanghai, China from 1966-1968
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What was Ji-Li trying to audition for, but couldn't because her dad wouldn't let her?
The Liberation Army Dance Troupe
What does The Cultural Revolution refer to?
Example answer: The end of the four olds
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During her conversation with Teacher Zhang in paragraphs 53–54, Ji-li says that she “felt an older brother’s sincerity and trust in his look.” What does this statement tell you about Teacher Zhang?
a. Teacher Zhang treats Ji-li like his sister.
b. Teacher Zhang likes bossing students around and telling them what to do.
c. Teacher Zhang is not sure that Ji-li can do a good job on the Class Education Exhibition.
d. Teacher Zhang encourages Ji-li to accept the assignment because he has faith in her abilities.
D. Teacher Zhang encourages Ji-li to accept the assignment because he has faith in her abilities.
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What is a Red Guard?
A red guard is a high schooler that is chosen to reform citizens of china
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What do the four olds stand for?
Old ideas, old customs, old traditions, old beliefs.
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What did Ji-li try to hide before the theater people searched their home and where did she hide it?
She hid a letter in the cat's litter box.
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Who is the leader of the country at the time of the story?
Chairman Mao
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Ji-Li finds out that her grandfather was...
A landlord
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What are the Da-zi-bao?
Large, handwritten posters filled with propaganda and humiliating accusations
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Which is an example of "for olds"
A. narrow legged pants and pointy shoes
B. baggy pants
C. a red scarf
D. listening to Chairman Mao
A. narrow legged pants and pointy shoes
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Why did Ji-Li's parents choose the name "Ji-li"? What does it mean?
Ji Li's parents chose Ji Li because she was born on Chinese New Year. Ji Li means beautiful and lucky
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Ji-Li says: "In the three months since the Cultural Revolution had started, changes had been so constant that I often felt lost."
Identify at least three changes that Ji-li experienced the CR.
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Which one is an EXTERNAL conflict Ji-Li has faced?
A. Her family's background wont allow her to audition for the Liberation Army Arts Academy
B. She doesn't feel right about writing a da zi bao about her teachers
D. Ji-Li wants to be loyal to the cause but also loyal to her family
A. Her family's background wont allow her to audition for the Liberation Army Arts Academy
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Read the passage:
“We cannot choose our families or our class sums. But we can choose our own futures.” He spoke very slowly and clearly. “No, you are not a leader, but you are still an ‘educable child.’ You can overcome your family background.” He paused. “You have self-esteem, andyou always try to excel. That’s why I believe you are brave enough to face and eventually overcome the difficulties of life.”
What does Teacher Zhang mean when he says she is an "educable child"?
A. Ji-li is a role model who inspires her classmates.
B. Ji-li has the potential to overcome her problems.
C. Ji-li needs to learn more about the Cultural Revolution.
B. Ji-Li has the potential to overcome her problems
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Why did Ji-li wear a red scarf?
Ji Li wore a red scarf because she wanted to be in sync with the rest of the Red Guards.
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What was Ji-Li's reaction to not being able to attend the audition?
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What does the letter say that JI-li finds on her mother's bed? why would this letter get the family in trouble?
Because it is against Chairman Mao
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Why was Chinese New Year special for Ji-Li?
It's her birthday
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What do you think Ji-li's father means when he tells his daughter that she cannot audition for the Central Liberation Army Arts Academy because of "political considerations" and the "families background"?
Example of a good answer:
I think that Ji Li father means when he tells his daughter she couldn't audition because the family had a landlord in their history, which, to nearly everyone, was the Devil.
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Who did Ji-Li not want to write a da zi bao about?
Her teachers
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True or False:
In order to support the Cultural Revolution and promote class struggle, the Red Guard Committee decided to make a Class Education Exhibition to expose the class enemies’ evil and inspire revolutionary enthusiasm.
TRUE
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Ji-li describes many worries in the last chapter. What are a few things that she worries about?
Example answer: Keeping her family safe.
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Which one is an internal conflict Ji-Li faces?
A. A da zi bao is written about her
B. She gets to go to the junior high of her dreams
C. She cares for Teacher Gu but is afraid to defend her
D. She cares for Teacher Gu but is afraid to defend her
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