We have reached the climax of the story, but the quest is not over yet! In Chapter 21, Danzi takes off with Wang Cao leaving Ping with the young Emperor Liu Che. Ping accompanies Liu Che up the mountain of Tai Shan where he offers a sacrifice to the Gods. Ping finally realises that her life is worth something, and she is not just a slave girl. Join in this week's discussion giving your thoughts and opinions on Ping and on the text we have covered this week. Why did Danzi leave Ping? Will Ping and Danzi meet again? How might the story resolve? Has the goal of reaching Ocean been lost? Share your thoughts below.
Respond to this week's reading. Think about Ping's thoughts, feeling, actions, appearance and dialogue during the events that have transpired. Ask questions, make predictions and contribute positively to the discussion.
Consider the bond between Danzi and Ping. Discuss how Ping and Danzi's relationship has changed throughout the course of the book. Have they grown closer? Has Ping's opinion of Danzi changed? What major events do you think contributed to this change?
Also give your thoughts on the chapters we have read this week. Now that we have reached the midpoint of the novel, join the discussion by responding to the following questions:
What do you find interesting about the novel so far? What is your opinion of Ping's behaviour, thoughts, feelings and actions? |
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