AAPI History
What does AAPI stand for?
Asian American and Pacific Islander
This Olympic figure skater won gold in 1992 and is one of the most famous Asian American athletes.
Kristi Yamaguchi
Sushi originated in this country.
Japan
Honolulu is the capital of this U.S. state.
Hawaii
This K-pop group released hits such as "Dynamite" and "Butter."
BTS
Which month is celebrated as AAPI Heritage Month in the United States?
May
This actor played Shang-Chi in the Marvel movie.
Simu Liu
Pho is a famous noodle soup from this country.
Vietnam
The world's largest ocean.
Pacific Ocean
This Disney movie is inspired by Polynesian culture.
Moana
This law, passed in 1882, restricted Chinese immigration to the United States.
Chinese Exclusion Act
This Vice President became the first woman, first Black person, and first Asian American Vice President of the United States.
Kamala Harris
Lumpia is a popular dish from this country.
Philippines
This country is known as the world's most populous nation.
India
Anime originated in this country.
Japan
During World War II, many Japanese Americans were forced into these camps.
Internment camps
This astronaut was the first Asian American woman in space.
Ellison Onizuka
Kimchi is commonly associated with this country.
South Korea
This Southeast Asian city-state is famous for its Marina Bay skyline.
Singapore
This filmmaker directed "Crazy Rich Asians."
Jon M. Chu
This Hawaiian queen was the last monarch of Hawaii.
Queen Liliʻuokalani
This actor starred in "Everything Everywhere All at Once" and won an Oscar in 2023.
Ke Huy Quan
Boba tea was first created in this place.
Taiwan
Easter Island is part of this country.
Chile
This movie won the 2023 Academy Award for Best Picture.
Everything Everywhere All at Once