IOABA Mid-Unit Assessment

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What does it mean when Ha says she keeps her 'wishes' to herself?

Back

It suggests that Ha feels she cannot share her thoughts and feelings with her family, possibly due to a lack of understanding or support.

Front

What does the word 'chiding' mean in the context of the poem?

Back

In this context, 'chiding' means scolding or reprimanding.

Front

What can we infer about Ha's feelings towards her hair?

Back

Ha wishes her hair was long, but her mother insists on keeping it short for practical reasons related to the heat and lice.

Front

Why might Ha feel she cannot talk to her brothers or mother?

Back

She may feel that her family does not understand her or that expressing her feelings is not allowed.

Front

How do Ha's wishes reflect her character?

Back

Her wishes show that she is a complex character with both childlike desires and serious concerns.

Front

What is the significance of Ha's relationship with her mother in the poem?

Back

It highlights the tension between Ha's desires and her mother's strictness, affecting Ha's emotional expression.

Front

What does the phrase 'Wishes I keep to myself' imply about Ha's emotional state?

Back

It implies that Ha feels isolated and unable to express her true feelings.

Front

How does the setting of Saigon influence Ha's wishes?

Back

The heat and issues like lice shape her practical desires, such as wanting to keep her hair short.

Front

What does Ha's desire for longer hair symbolize?

Back

It symbolizes her longing for freedom and self-expression.

Front

What can we learn about Ha's character from her seven wishes?

Back

They reveal her complexity, showing that she has both innocent dreams and deeper, more serious aspirations.