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What is Chapter 11 about in Dragonwings?
Chapter 11 covers the longest period of time in the novel, the three years from May 1906 to September 1909. In this lesson, we’ll discuss the life-changing events that take place for Moon Shadow and Windrider over the course of those years.
How does Miss Whitlaw win Uncle points?
Miss Whitlaw saves food for the Lees, but then goes to the Company’s tent for dinner. She presents Uncle with plum brandy that she brewed. She asks them to teach her to use chopsticks, winning everyone’s approval. Miss Whitlaw bonds with Uncle over talk about the railroad and the Middle Kingdom when he visits her tent.
What happens at the end of dragon wings?
Lesson Summary Chapter 12 is the end of the novel Dragonwings and the end of the flying machine that Windrider has built. Although his horoscope seems correct that the weather is right and Windrider is able to fly, his journey ends in a crash and the destruction of his flying machine.
What does Moon Shadow give Robin when she leaves?
They return to the Whitlaws’ for one last look and to retrieve their possessions. Then the Whitlaws return to the park to set up camp. Robin carries a pistol. Robin gives Moon Shadow her copy of The Phoenix and the Carpet. She receives Moon Shadow’s gift of his Monkey.
What is Chapter 12 about in Dragonwings?
Lesson Summary Chapter 12 is the end of the novel Dragonwings and the end of the flying machine that Windrider has built. Although his horoscope seems correct that the weather is right and Windrider is able to fly, his journey ends in a crash and the destruction of his flying machine.
What happens to Dragonwings?
Dragonwings crashes and Windrider is hurled out of it. Uncle inspects Windrider and can tell that he will survive, but has a broken leg and ribs.
What is the relationship between moon shadow and Windrider in Dragonwings?
Moon Shadow supported and encouraged Windrider, even as they suffered hardships like the Great Earthquake, their poverty, and the gap between the Tang and white demons (Americans). He goes through situations with family and has to find his place in life.
How long does it take to build Dragonwings?
Four years. Q. Who attacks Moon Shadow when the flying machine is complete?
How did Mrs whitlaw get survivors to help rescue those buried in the rubble?
Miss Whitlaw takes one side of the street, Windrider takes the other. They rally survivors to help clear up the mess and pull out any buried and injured survivors. Miss Whitlaw finds some pickaxes to help people sort through the rubble.
How do they get Dragonwings to the top of the hill?
Moon Shadow has thoughts of hating Dragonwings for being so d–n heavy. But then Uncle begins a chant that the Tang men did while building the railroad. The Company joins in on this chant and makes it to the top.
What happened in Dragonwings Chapter 10?
Chapter 10 is a turning point for Moon Shadow and Windrider. They have lost their home with Miss Whitlaw, watched earthquakes, fire, and looting destroy their city, and then they are forced out of their temporary home in the campground.
How are uncle and Windrider different?
Windrider is more idealistic than Uncle. He dreams of being able to fly. Uncle is more down to earth and says this is foolish. Windrider also wanted to bring his wife to America.
What happens in Dragonwings?
Disaster Strikes. In 1906, a dangerous earthquake hits and destroys much of San Francisco. Soon after, a series of fires finish the job until the city is ruined and most people have lost everything. Moon Shadow and his father move again and help try to rebuild the village.
Does black dog die in Dragonwings?
Black Dog is also the character who is killed with a knife to the throat near the end of the book. Black Dog clearly believes that violence is necessary to defend oneself, but we see his knife and sword usage as definitely on the offensive side.
What is the climax of Dragonwings?
Climax: Windrider completes his airplane and everyone shows up to help him push it up the hill and watch him fly. Falling Action: After a few minutes of flight, the plane crashes, leaving Windrider with some broken bones, but a joyful heart.
What happens in Dragonwings chapter9?
Chapter 9 of Dragonwings In Chapter 9, they celebrate the holidays of the Chinese calendar, and when an earthquake hits, everyone works together to survive. By the winter of 1905, Moon Shadow and Windrider have been able to save up money, with the hope of someday being able to bring Moon Shadow’s mother to America.
What does Moon Shadow give to Robin?
They return to the Whitlaws’ for one last look and to retrieve their possessions. Then the Whitlaws return to the park to set up camp. Robin carries a pistol. Robin gives Moon Shadow her copy of The Phoenix and the Carpet. She receives Moon Shadow’s gift of his Monkey.
What did his father give to Moon Shadow?
Moon Shadow sees his shared room with Father. He sees and is afraid of the electronic machines in the room. Moon Shadow hears Father’s dream about meeting the Dragon King. Moon Shadow gets the gift of a carved wooden Monkey from Uncle
Why does Moon Shadow want to go with his father?
Father thinks it’s time for Moon Shadow to test his boundaries and learn about life outside. Thus, he has Moon Shadow come to live with him in America.
Is Moon Shadow a boy or girl?
Moon Shadow Lee At the beginning of Dragonwings, Moon Shadow is a wide-eyed boy who simply wants to meet and love
How old is Moon Shadow in Dragonwings?
Dragonwings crashes and Windrider is hurled out of it. Uncle inspects Windrider and can tell that he will survive, but has a broken leg and ribs.
What did Windrider and Moon Shadow do with Robin?
Robin runs for a doctor when Windrider crashes and is hurt. She races Moon Shadow to Miss Whitlaw’s cookies. She wins.
What happened in Dragonwings Chapter 8?
Dragonwings is a book about Chinese immigrants and their experiences in the United States. Chapter 8 is about protagonist Moon Shadow and his picnic flying gliders with his father, Windrider. Also in Chapter 8, Moon Shadow gets into a fight with a bully named Jack and proves that he won’t be pushed around anymore
Who does Moon Shadow live with?
Next, Moon Shadow explains more about his family. He lives in China, or the Middle Kingdom, with his mother and grandmother. His father has gone to the Land of the Golden Mountain (America) to work and earn money for his family.
What does Moonshadow think about the demons?
Describe the tone of the text with one word. Moon Shadow sees the demons as harsh and mean. Moon Shadow sees the Land of the Golden Mountain as drab and like a trap.
