What is the plot in the jade peony story?

Answer 1

The introduction is important to this story because it describes the significance of a sign the family was waiting for when the grandmother passed away. They were looking for proof that grandmothers present life had ended well. This story "The Jade Peony", is about a Chinese family that is experiencing trouble adjusting to a new lifestyle. She teaches him old Chinese traditions, like how to make "wind chimes", which are hung near the window after a person's death, so that the spirit can easily find its way home.

Answer 2

The significance of the title of the story is that the Jade Peony was given to the grandmother as a gift from a friend who passed away. The grandmother kept this jade peony in a red envelop in her pocket right up until she died. She values this gift that was given to her (this gem was on a wind chime), and this jade peony was sacred to the grandmother. The grandmother wanted to re-create the wind chime by collecting junk. In the story, Sek-Lung helps the grandmother with re-creating this wind-chime which is really precious to her.

Answer 3

This story reflects the theme of "mystery and wonder" because the Jade Peony was the colour of the spirit and signifies a lucky possession. The grandmother

vows to always be with her grandson, Sek-Lung, no matter what the circumstances therefore she creates a wind-chime with the peony for her grandson. With this wind chime, the grandmother and Sek-Lung are together in spirit.

Answer 4

"The Jade Peony" follows the lives of three siblings, Jook-Liang, Jung-Sum, and Sek-Lung, as they navigate their Chinese heritage and identity in Vancouver's Chinatown during the 1930s and 1940s. The story explores themes of family, cultural heritage, and the challenges of assimilation through the siblings' unique perspectives and experiences.