Red Scarf Girl Review

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What does Ji-li's name mean?

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Lucky and beautiful.

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In what year does Ji-li's story Red Scarf Girl begin?

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1966.

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Why doesn’t Ji-li get to present at the Class Education Exhibition?

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She didn’t choose to testify against her father at the struggle meeting.

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What is Ji-li's father's reaction to her auditioning for the Liberation Army?

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He tells her she cannot audition due to their bad political background.

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Why did Ji-li not go through with changing her last name, 'Jiang'?

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She did not want to separate from her mom and dad.

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What major historical event is depicted in Red Scarf Girl?

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The Chinese Cultural Revolution.

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What is the significance of Ji-li's family background in the story?

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It affects their social standing and opportunities during the Cultural Revolution.

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Who is Chairman Mao in the context of Red Scarf Girl?

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The leader of the Communist Party of China during the Cultural Revolution.

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What does Ji-li struggle with throughout the story?

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Balancing her personal desires with her family's political situation.

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What role does education play in Ji-li's life?

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It is a source of pride and conflict, especially during the Cultural Revolution.