Character
Who is the protagonist of Chinese Cinderella?
Adeline Yen Mah
How does Adeline earn recognition in her class at the beginning of the story?
She receives a medal of recognition for leading the class
In which country does Chinese Cinderella take place?
China
What does the medal Adeline wins represent in her life?
Longing for validation
Who said, "You are a bad girl! Bad girls bring shame to their families!"
Niang
What does Adeline’s family used to call her?
"bad luck"
What happens when Adeline brings home the medal she won?
Father ignores and dismisses it
What major city does Adeline’s family live in during her childhood?
What theme is highlighted by Adeline's relationship with Aunt Baba?
Love and support
"When I was with Aunt Baba, I felt safe and cherished." Who said this?
Adeline
Who is Adeline’s stepmother, and how is she described?
Niang, she is cruel and strict
What causes the siblings to fear Niang?
her strict punishments and favoritism
Where does Adeline find comfort and solace in her home?
Aunt Baba's room
How does Adeline’s family wealth contrast with her emotional life?
Material wealth but emotional neglect
"The medal was proof of my worth." What does this show about Adeline’s character?
Need for recognition and validation
Which family member is Adeline closest to?
Grandma or Aunt Baba
How does Adeline's family treat her compared to her other siblings?
She is neglected and isolated
Where is Adeline sent to live after her family moves to Shanghai?
A boarding school
What does Adeline’s stepmother Niang symbolize in the story?
cruelty and oppression
Why is Father’s quote, “You don’t deserve it,” significant to Adeline?
Impact on her self-esteem and feelings of rejection
What is the name of Adeline’s father, and what is his occupation?
Joseph, a business man
Why did Wu Chun Mei give Adeline a ride home?
Because it was raining hard and the streets were flooded
What is the school in Shanghai did the siblings attend?
Sacred Heart School
What does Adeline’s father Joseph symbolize in the story?
neglect and indifference
How does Adeline interpret Aunt Baba’s words, “Study hard and make something of yourself”?
With encouragement to persevere in life