TED-Ed: The Chinese legend of the butterfly lovers | Lijun Zhang

Yintai, a determined young woman, disguises herself as a boy to attend the Confucius Academy. She forms a deep friendship with Liang Shambo, but must leave after three years due to growing suspicions. Upon returning home, Yintai is arranged to marry another, despite her love for Shambo. Heartbroken, Shambo falls ill and writes Yintai a final letter. On her wedding day, Yintai visits Shambo's tomb, and in a mystical event, transforms into a butterfly, symbolizing her eternal freedom with Shambo.

What was Yintai's main reason for wanting to attend the Confucius Academy?

• To pursue education despite gender restrictions

• To learn embroidery

• To meet new friends

• To escape her family

How did Yintai manage to attend the academy?

• By convincing the headmaster

• By dressing as a boy

• By using a fake identity

• By bribing the officials

What was the main reason Yintai had to leave the academy?

• She lost interest in studies

• Her secret was discovered

• Her parents called her back

• She completed her studies

What was Chambois's reaction when he realized Yintai was engaged to someone else?

• He was happy for her

• He was relieved

• He was indifferent

• He was devastated but understood

What supernatural event occurred at the end of Yintai's story?

• Yintai's parents changed their minds

• Yintai and Chambois turned into butterflies

• A storm destroyed the village

• The academy was struck by lightning