Lao She

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Lao She born?February 21, 1899
2. When did Lao She die?August 24, 1966 (age 67)
3. Where was Lao She born?Beijing, China
4. What is the major works?'Rickshaw Boy' (Camel Xiangzi), 'Four Generations Under One Roof', 'Teahouse'
5. What is the literary style?Social realism, characterized by authentic dialogue, vivid characterization, and critical social commentary

Social Realism: An artistic movement that aims to portray society realistically, often focusing on the lives of the working class and social issues.
Republican China: The period in Chinese history from 1912 to 1949, following the overthrow of the Qing Dynasty.
Cultural Revolution: A sociopolitical movement in China launched by Mao Zedong, characterized by widespread political turmoil and social upheaval.