The Caged Bird

Li states that "now I was a bird trapped in a cage" (p. 130).

What does this quote say about Li and the expectations he holds for his journey?

Self Criticism

Let's start here by being honest. Li, although he thought that he hadn't done anything wrong, was asked to write a self criticism in response. What is it that you should do differently? Do you need to be more organised? Eat less? Work more? Who does it effect?