Describe Min's childhood. Is her life as a child unique? What is the impact of the demands society places on these children? Do you believe this to be a positive situation? Explain why or why not.

Who is Autumn Leaves? How does Min come to know her? How does Min come to believe that Autumn Leaves is guilty of a crime? What is the evidence against Autumn Leaves? Why is Min chosen to confront Autumn Leaves publicly? Describe this confrontation. What is Min's mother's reaction to Min's role in the situation?

What is the Red Fire Farm? Is it successful in this role? Why or why not? Who is Lu? How does Lu impact Min's life on the farm? After she leaves the farm? Who is Yan? What is Min's initial reaction to Yan? How and why does this change over time?

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