GChina: The Vixen/Yecao

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The Vixen: What is the main source of conflict between Junshi and his wife, Xianxian? Options: They have different views on politics and gender roles, Junshi is unfaithful to Xianxian, Junshi wants to move abroad, but Xianxian refuses

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They have different views on politics and gender roles

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How does Xianxian feel about her role in the marriage?

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She feels frustrated and constrained by Junshi's expectations.

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The Vixen: What does the conflict between Junshi and Xianxian reveal about gender roles in the story?

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It highlights the growing tension between traditional expectations and modern ideals

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The Vixen: What can Junshi’s struggle symbolize in a broader social context?

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The difficulty of holding personal expectations in great times of change

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The Vixen: Why did Junshi originally choose Xianxian as his wife?

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He believed she was malleable "uncut jade" and could be shaped into his ideal partner.

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The Vixen: Why is Junshi now dissatisfied with Xianxian’s behavior?

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She has now begun asserting her own identity and beliefs

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Yecao: What is standing in the way of Yecao and Nanxia’s relationship?

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Yecao is dedicated to her work and writing, and is not drawn personally to love again

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Yecao: What does Yecao’s struggle in her relationship with Nanxia symbolize?

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The difficulty women faced in balancing love and independence in revolutionary China.