Choose one prompt: Minli decides to release the goldfish into the river. Why did she make this decision? Do you think it was a good decision? Use evidence from the story to support your answer. Minli writes a letter to Ma and Ba, and she signs it “Love, your obedient daughter.” Is Minli being disobedient? In what ways are her actions similar or different from the actions of Jade Dragon’s children? As Minli left the house on her journey, nobody seemed to notice her leaving. What does this tell you about where she lives? What conclusions can you draw? As Minli sets off, following the needle in her bowl, she says goodbye to Jade Dragon. Why do you think she does this? |