Taiwanese Women in the Japanese Colonial Period

The video explores the historical context of Taiwanese women during the Japanese era, focusing on the practice of foot binding and its cultural implications. It highlights the transition from traditional practices to modern reforms, particularly in education, which played a crucial role in women's liberation. The narrative reflects on the progress made and questions the current state of gender equality, drawing parallels between past and present societal norms.

What was the traditional practice that restricted Taiwanese women's mobility and roles in society?

• Corseting

• Head shaving

• Tattooing

• Foot binding

During the Japanese colonial period, what was one of the major changes regarding women's rights?

• Introduction of women's suffrage

• Mandatory military service for women

• Equal pay for women

• Abolition of foot binding

What was a significant outcome of the educational reforms for women in Taiwan during the Japanese colonial period?

• Introduction of women-only universities

• Ban on women working in factories

• Decrease in women's employment

• Increase in women's literacy rates

What was one of the main goals of the educational reforms for women during the Japanese colonial period?

• To prepare women for domestic roles

• To integrate women into the workforce

• To promote early marriage

• To restrict women's rights

What was the societal view on foot binding during the Japanese colonial period?

• It was considered a harmful custom to be eradicated

• It was seen as a necessary tradition

• It was encouraged as a cultural practice

• It was ignored by the authorities

Who was the first Taiwanese female doctor mentioned in the video?

• Huang Li-shin

• Tsai Ah-sin

• Lin Mei-hui

• Chen Yu-nu

What societal concept was challenged as more women received education?

• Daoist immortality

• Three Obediences and Four Virtues

• Buddhist monastic life

• Confucian filial piety

What modern fashion item is compared to foot binding in terms of beauty standards?

• High heels

• Waist trainers

• Neck rings

• Corsets

What does the video suggest about the standards of beauty and confidence?

• They are fixed and unchangeable

• They are irrelevant in modern society

• They are influenced by societal norms

• They are entirely natural

What does the video encourage viewers to reflect on regarding modern beauty standards?

• Their impact on personal freedom

• Their historical origins

• Their role in traditional ceremonies

• Their economic benefits