Can You Tell US What Happens In "Farewell To Manzanar"?
"Farewell to Manazar" is a memoir about a life of Japanese in the camp during the WW II. It's a emotional journey you simply must take! Say, can you tell us what happens in this book? Have you read it? Let's take the quiz to see. . .
- 1.
Why did the USA Government order all Japanese descendants to leave the States?
- A.
Because the Japan needed help from every Japanese around the world to defend the country.
- B.
Because the Government wanted a country free of foreign population.
- C.
Because the Japanese have bombed Pearl Harbour.
- D.
Because USA and Japan made an agreement to trade Japanese and Americans between each other.
Correct Answer
C. Because the Japanese have bombed Pearl Harbour.Explanation
The correct answer is because the Japanese have bombed Pearl Harbour. This event, which occurred on December 7, 1941, led to the United States entering World War II. In response to the attack, the US government issued Executive Order 9066, which authorized the forced relocation and internment of Japanese Americans living on the West Coast. This decision was driven by fears of espionage and sabotage, as well as racial prejudice and discrimination against the Japanese population.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Where did the Government move author and her family?
- A.
To Manzanar Relocation Centre in the desert outside L.A.
- B.
To Manzanar Relocation Centre in Hawaii.
- C.
To Manzanar Relocation Centre in Osaka.
- D.
To Manzanar Relocation Centre outside Tokyo.
Correct Answer
A. To Manzanar Relocation Centre in the desert outside L.A.Explanation
The correct answer is "To Manzanar Relocation Centre in the desert outside L.A." This is indicated by the phrase "in the desert outside L.A." which suggests that the relocation center is located in a desert area near Los Angeles.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which member of the Wakatsukis family was arrested and held in a detention camp for a year?
- A.
Mama
- B.
Grandpa
- C.
The author
- D.
Papa
Correct Answer
D. PapaExplanation
The correct answer is Papa. The question is asking which member of the Wakatsuki family was arrested and held in a detention camp for a year. The author, Jeanne Wakatsuki Houston, wrote a memoir about her family's experience in the camps, so it is not the author who was arrested. Mama and Grandpa are not mentioned in relation to being arrested or held in a detention camp. Therefore, the only remaining option is Papa.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What happened in an event called the December Riot?
- A.
Three men were killed for contacting with the Japanese.
- B.
Three men were arrested for beating a man who was suspected of helping the U.S. Government.
- C.
Three men were sent to Japan because they killed the camp's director.
- D.
Three men were suspected of stealing from the director's office and were terribly beaten.
Correct Answer
B. Three men were arrested for beating a man who was suspected of helping the U.S. Government. -
- 5.
What did the U.S. Government do after this riot?
- A.
They separated men from women and made them live in separate camps.
- B.
They made the food rations even smaller and less nutritious which resulted in numerous deaths and diseases.
- C.
They guaranteed amnesty to anyone who worked against the USA.
- D.
They released a Loyalty Oath. Anyone who answered no to this Oath was deported and anyone who answered yes was drafted.
Correct Answer
D. They released a Loyalty Oath. Anyone who answered no to this Oath was deported and anyone who answered yes was drafted.Explanation
After the riot, the U.S. Government responded by releasing a Loyalty Oath. This oath required individuals to declare their loyalty to the USA. Those who answered no to this oath were deported, while those who answered yes were drafted into service. This action was taken as a measure to ensure the loyalty of the population and to identify potential threats or disloyal individuals within the country.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Which answer describes the best Manzanar's every day life after the riot?
- A.
Manzanar became a beautiful place with almost none rules. Everything was just like before the war started.
- B.
Military training was mandatory for grown ups. Kids had to clean and polish weapons in order to earn points for food.
- C.
Family barracks were demolished and everyone had to live and sleep in one big barn.
- D.
Schools were working. People were allowed to take small trips outside the camp. Everything resembled a normal American town.
Correct Answer
D. Schools were working. People were allowed to take small trips outside the camp. Everything resembled a normal American town. -
- 7.
What happened to the camp and Wakatsukis family in December of 1944?
- A.
The camp closed down and the family was arrested for seven months.
- B.
The camp closed down and the family was deported to Japan.
- C.
The camp closed down and the family had to move back to Long Beach.
- D.
The camp closed down and the family had to move to Hawaii to help to restore the Pearl Harbour base.
Correct Answer
C. The camp closed down and the family had to move back to Long Beach. -
- 8.
Why was a girl in Jeanne's class so amazed?
- A.
Because Jeanne had an American boyfriend.
- B.
Because Jeanne was so beautiful.
- C.
Because Jeanne was so good at math.
- D.
Because she didn't believe Jeanne know English.
Correct Answer
D. Because she didn't believe Jeanne know English.Explanation
The girl in Jeanne's class was amazed because she didn't believe that Jeanne knew English. This suggests that Jeanne may not have shown any previous signs or indications of being able to speak English, leading the girl to be surprised when she discovered this ability.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What did Jeanne's homeroom nominate her for?
- A.
To be queen of school's annual spring carnival.
- B.
To be the student body president.
- C.
To be the class president.
- D.
To choose the spring carnival queen.
Correct Answer
A. To be queen of school's annual spring carnival.Explanation
Jeanne's homeroom nominated her for the position of queen of the school's annual spring carnival. This means that her classmates selected her as a candidate to potentially hold the title of queen during the carnival.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Which statement is true?
- A.
Jeanne doesn't remember anything but the escape from the camp. She doesn't want to come back and see Manzanar.
- B.
Jeanne never came back to see the camp. She doesn't like to talk about it.
- C.
Jeanne decided to come back to Manzanar with her parents.
- D.
In 1972, Jeanne returned to see Manzanar with her husband and two children. The memories about that place all came back to her.
Correct Answer
D. In 1972, Jeanne returned to see Manzanar with her husband and two children. The memories about that place all came back to her. -
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