Vocabulary

siheyuan-a large square yard surrounded by one-story house with sloping roofs in each side
huaishu-scholar tree
escapade-an act or incident involving excitement, daring, or adventure
sihai-four evils
hutong- lane
vigilant-keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties
tianzu-heavenly feet
changpao-traditional growth
huanying-welcome
dazibao-large-character posters
hongweibing-Red Guard
zhubo-bamboo strips and silk with rare ancient classics written on them
se-ancient Chinese harp
taiji-tai chi