Red Scarf Girl Review

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

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1966, the year the Chinese Cultural Revolution began.

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Why was Ji-li not elected as a Red Successor?

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Other students revealed her grandfather had been a landlord, which was viewed negatively.

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What were the 'four olds' that Chairman Mao wanted to eliminate?

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Old ideas, old culture, old customs, and old habits.

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What major lesson does Ji-li want readers to learn from her memoir?

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You will face challenging decisions, but you should never turn your back on those you love.

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What did Ji-li try to hide when her house was searched?

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Her stamp collection.

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Who is the author of 'Red Scarf Girl'?

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Ji-li Jiang.

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What does the term 'Red Successor' refer to?

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A title given to young people who were seen as future leaders of the Communist Party.

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What impact did the Cultural Revolution have on families in China?

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It often caused divisions and conflicts within families, as political loyalty was prioritized over family ties.

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What role did propaganda play during the Cultural Revolution?

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Propaganda was used to promote Communist ideals and to encourage citizens to denounce those who were seen as counter-revolutionary.

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How did Ji-li's views on loyalty change throughout the story?

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She learned that loyalty to family is as important as loyalty to the government.