Thursday, March 15, 2007

Woman Warrior: Shaman (Moderator)

Questions on the Shaman Chapter of Woman Warrior:

What do you think the title of the chapter, Shaman, means and refers to?

Do you believe in the ghost story or do you think it is simply another story told by the mom to teach Maxine a lesson?

What motivated Maxine's mother to return to life as a housewife after graduated with such honors from medical school?

Do you think Maxine's mom is happy as a housewife, or would she be happier as a Doctor?

Why do you think the Chinese cultural aspect of favoring boys over girls continues to exist even with women making such accomplishments as graduating from medical school and ahving the oppurtunity to make good money for their families?

Why do you think Maxine's mother chose to keep the name 'Brave Orchid' even when she emigrated to America?

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