Kingston's Aunts and Their Stories

Maxine Hong Kingston's 'The Woman Warrior' explores her aunt's story, known as the no-name woman, who faced family shame for having a child out of wedlock. Kingston imagines herself as Fa Mulan, a warrior, challenging societal norms. The narrative also delves into her mother Brave Orchid's life in China and immigration to America, and her aunt Moon Orchid's struggles with mental health. Kingston reflects on her own cultural identity and upbringing, contrasting her life with the stories of strong women in her family. The video concludes with a brief biography of Kingston.

What nickname was given to Kingston's aunt due to the shame she brought to her family?

• Forgotten woman

• Silent woman

• No-name woman

• Unnamed woman

What did Kingston's mother, Brave Orchid, tell her about her aunt's life?

• She was a successful businesswoman

• She was a renowned artist

• She was married to a man who left for America

• She was a famous singer

What did the locals do when they found out Kingston's aunt was pregnant?

• They celebrated her pregnancy

• They broke into her family home and stole everything

• They helped her raise the child

• They ignored her

What does Kingston imagine about her aunt's pregnancy?

• Her aunt was forced by a mean man

• Her aunt was in love with a kind man

• Her aunt was married to a wealthy man

• Her aunt was a single mother by choice

Why does Kingston want to ask her mother more about her aunt?

• To learn more about her aunt's life

• To understand her aunt's fashion sense

• To know her aunt's favorite color

• To find out about her aunt's favorite food

What story does Kingston's mother tell her and her brothers?

• Stories about famous artists

• Stories about swordswomen

• Stories about famous musicians

• Stories about great chefs

Who does Kingston imagine herself as in her dreams?

• A renowned artist

• A famous singer

• A successful businesswoman

• Fa Mulan, the brave woman warrior

What does Kingston's mother think about her daughter's good grades?

• She is very proud

• She thinks they are not important

• She wants her to become a doctor

• She wants her to become a teacher

What profession did Brave Orchid learn in China?

• Engineer

• Doctor and nurse

• Teacher

• Artist

What did Brave Orchid encounter in her room in China?

• A dancing ghost

• A singing ghost

• A sitting ghost

• A friendly ghost