Wild Swans: Three Daughters of China | Short Essay Answer Key

Short Essay Answer Key

1. Why was Yang Ru-shan's main duty in life to produce male heirs?

Yang Ru-shan was the only living son of his parents, and he needed to carry on his family name.

2. What was the only valuable asset that Yang Ru-shan had to sell in order to gain the money he needed?

Yang Ru-shan had a very beautiful daughter.

3. Why was Yang Ru-shan in need of more money?

Yang Ru-shan wanted to purchase some concubines.

4. What was the first thing that attracted General Xue's attention to Fang-Yu?

Fang-Yu needed assistance when standing up at the opera.

5. What happens to cause Dr. Xia to leave his children and his home?

Dr. Xia's son pushed De-hong down a dry well, and she broke her hip in the fall.

6. Why does Dr. Xia give potions to all of the Governor's wives when he knows...
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