Archive footage of South East Asia

The video explores the historical and modern dynamics of living in Beijing's courtyard houses. Initially, these courtyards were designed for extended families, but today, multiple families often share them without familial ties. The video highlights how these families coexist, sometimes harmoniously and other times with conflict, reflecting on the evolution of communal living in urban settings.

What is the initial setting discussed in the video?

• A modern skyscraper

• A bustling market

• A quiet village

• The drum tower and narrow streets

What was the original purpose of the quarters in Beijing?

• To house tourists

• For commercial activities

• For extended family living

• As government offices

How many families typically share a courtyard in modern times?

• One family

• Three or four families

• Two families

• Ten families

What is a common characteristic of families living in the same courtyard today?

• They are all from different countries

• They are all related

• They often have no familial relationship

• They all work in the same industry

What is a potential issue that families might face while living together in these quarters?

• Conflicts after many years

• Language barriers

• Lack of access to education

• Cultural differences