Saboteur, By Ha Jin
1. Why is Mr. Chiu in Muji?
2. In the story’s second paragraph, two railroad policemen are sitting next to Mr.
Chiu and his wife. Why do you think they are laughing and looking at the newly
wed couple?
3. With what specific crime is Mr. Chiu charged?
4. Is he guilty?
5. What is Mr. Chiu initial reaction to his arrest?
6. What is ironic about Mr. Chiu’s arrest?
7. What is ironic about his ultimate confession?
8. When does Mr. Chiu decide to revenge himself on the police?
9. Is Mr. Chiu’s revenge justified?
10. Are the effects of his revenge proportionate to hi sown suffering?
11. What is ironic about the story’s title?
12. Who is the saboteur?