Red Scarf Girl

What is the Cultural Revolution, as depicted in "Red Scarf Girl"?

• A movement to promote traditional Chinese culture

• A campaign to modernize China's economy

• A political movement launched by Mao Zedong to enforce communism by removing elements of "old China"

• A peaceful protest against government policies

Who is the protagonist of "Red Scarf Girl"?

• Ji-li Jiang

• Mao Zedong

• An-Yi

• Ji-li's Father

Which of the following best describes what power does to people in "Red Scarf Girl"?

• Power is evenly distributed among all characters.

• Power shifts from the older to the younger generation.

• Power is given to those who have not traditionally had it.

• Power lies primarily with the family unit.

What major decision does Ji-li face regarding her future and loyalty?

• Whether to join the Red Guards

• Whether to move to America

• Whether to support her family or the Cultural Revolution

• Whether to become a teacher or a soldier

How is the theme of identity explored in "Red Scarf Girl"?

• Through Ji-li's unwavering sense of self throughout the story

• Through the changing roles Ji-li must play at home, school, and in society

• Through the uniforms worn by the characters

• Through the names and titles given to characters

What struggle does Ji-li face regarding many people who are labeled as "enemies" of China and Chairman Mao?

• She knows they did wrong, but she feels sorry for them.

• She wants them punished accordingly.

• She helps hide their crimes from the government.

• She is not concerned about people who are against the Cultural Revolution.

What is the significance of the red scarf in 'Red Scarf Girl'?

• A symbol of loyalty to the Communist Party

• A fashion accessory

• A family heirloom

• A sign of rebellion

How does Ji-li's family background affect her during the Cultural Revolution?

• It makes her a target for persecution

• It gives her special privileges

• It has no effect on her life

• It allows her to become a Red Guard leader

What role does education play in 'Red Scarf Girl'?

• It is a tool for political indoctrination

• It is a path to personal freedom

• It is irrelevant to the story

• It is a means of escaping poverty

Who are the Red Guards in 'Red Scarf Girl'?

• A group of students supporting the Cultural Revolution

• A secret police force

• A group of foreign spies

• A family of revolutionaries