"No Name Woman" Quiz
Question one: What are the roles and expectations for women in early 20th century in a
rural Chinese village, according to the account by Kingston (author). Do you you think the
account in truthful or exaggerated? Why? Your answer should be at least one paragraph.
The women who were left behind after their husbands and other family members travelled
abroad were expected to preserve the Chinese traditional ways. They were obligated to keep the
past against been flooded so that they would pass it on to their husbands and family members
once they returned from the West. They were a symbol of the continuity of the Chinese culture at
a time when the migration to the West threatened the observation and passage of these traditions.
Question Two: What are some comparisons between this story, "No Name Woman," and
"The Lottery"? List three.
i.
The totalitarianism allegory is portrayed in both stories
ii.
The two stories depict some concerning aspects about the human nature more so the
willingness of people to carry out hostile acts in their obedience to traditions
iii.
The two stories also demonstrate how little value the human life holds in comparison to
peoples’ beliefs and superstitions
iv.
The theme of fear of change from what is regarded normal is demonstrated in both stories
Question Three
The author finally learns the name of her aunt ("No Name Woman") after doing research.
False
Question Four
