Notable People
Who did Auli'i Cravalho voice in the movie Moana?
Moana
He was a Filipino-American union organizer
Larry Itliong
In what month do we celebrate AAPI Heritage?
May
If someone says they're Pacific Islander, they/their family is from...
The Pacific Islands
What does the "AA" in AAPI stand for?
Asian American
Who is a famous wrestler and actor, well known for his role as Maui in the movie Moana?
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson
Who was the first woman of color to be elected to the U.S. House of Representatives?
Patsy Mink
A garland or necklace of flowers given in Hawaii as a token of welcome or farewell.
Lei
If someone says they're Asian American, that means they/their family is from...
What does the "PI" in AAPI stand for?
Pacific Islander
Who is the famous Chinese Cellist that performed online for people during the pandemic?
Yo Yo Ma
Best known for playing Aqua Man, what man helped with trash pollution cleanup on his native land of Hawaii?
Jason Momoa
What dance style is common to Hawaii, and often revered for its storytelling capabilities?
Hula
What Ocean are the Pacific Islands in?
Pacific Ocean
How many AAPI individuals live in the United States?
About 26 million
Who is the successful Asian American actress well known for voicing Viper in Kung Fu Panda?
Lucy Liu
Who is the politician and retired Army General that is now a U.S. senator?
Tammy Duckworth
What is the classical form of Japanese theater that mixes dramatic performance with dance?
Kabuki Theater
Why is AAPI Heritage month celebrated in may?
To commemorate the first Japanese immigrants to arrive in the United States in 1843
Name any country in Asia
Japan, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, etc.
Who was an advocate for HIV/AIDS awareness and care, LGBT causes, and social justice?
Cecilia Chung
She is a Chinese-American architect, designer, and sculptor
Maya Lin
Name a culturally Asian dish
Pho, Sushi, Kimchi, Dim Sum, Biryani
The United States government forced Japanese Americans to leave their homes and properties and move into _____________ camps.
Internment
Name any island in the Pacific Islands
Hawaii, Samoa, Fiji, etc...