Footbinding in China Quiz

What was the practice of foot-binding inspired by?

• A legendary warrior

• A court dancer named Yao Niang

• A famous empress

• A Buddhist monk

What was the desirable foot size for marriageable daughters?

• Five-inch foot

• Six-inch foot

• Three-inch foot

• Two-inch foot

How were the feet of young girls prepared for foot-binding?

• Clipped short and massaged

• Plunged into cold water

• Left untouched

• Covered in mud

What was used to bind the feet in place during foot-binding?

• Plastic wrap

• Silk strip

• Leather straps

• Cotton cloth

How long did the foot-binding process typically take?

• 5 years

• 2 years

• 6 months

• 1 year

What was the result of foot-binding on the shape of the foot?

• Enlarged the foot

• Made the foot longer

• Created a deep cleft

• Straightened the toes

What was the social status associated with small feet in China?

• No status

• Middle status

• Low status

• High status

What was the purpose of the lotus shoes mentioned in the text?

• Religious artifact

• Everyday footwear

• Symbol of wealth

• Used for dancing

What was the reaction of the author upon realizing the truth about the lotus shoes?

• Indifference

• Excitement

• Amusement

• Shock

What was the ultimate fate of the women with bound feet in rural China?

• They became wealthy

• They were celebrated as heroes

• They died out

• They migrated to cities