Characters
Who is parked in the no parking zone?
Mr. Lee
How do we see the theme of change?
Appa changes his mind about Janet taking over the store.
Jung changes his mind about Appa.
Why does Appa want Janet to call the police?
His accent.
Honda parked in no parking zone
What is the name for the Korean fighting style?
Hapkido
What is one word to describe Appa?
What is one word to describe Umma?
Stubborn/Forgiving/Funny
Loving/nosy/religious
Describe Janet's identity.
Appa is an older Korean man who immigrated to Canada.
Janet is a 2nd generation immigrant who was born and raised in Toronto.
Where is Kim's Convenience located in Toronto?
Regent Park
Why does Appa want Janet to take over the store?
To continue the Kim's Convenience dynasty.
What does Mike steal from the store?
Razors/toothpaste
Appa showing Janet the steal or no steal rule.
Appa hating all Japanese people.
What does pimping Japan mean?
Taking advantage of Japan.
What is the difference between Appa and Umma's dialogue vs Janet and Jung's?
Appa and Umma talk in Korean often and sometimes have improper grammar. Janet and Jung speak in English and have more fluent dialogue.
What is Umma's most precious memory?
The family winning the singing contest.
Where do we see family love in the play?
Appa forgives Jung and gives him the store.
Appa gives Janet his blessing about Alex and being a photographer.
Umma and Jung bond at church.
Why is Appa considering selling his store?
Walmart is moving in and could steal his customers.
What is the difference between insam and ginseng?
Insam is Korean, but ginseng is Japanese.
How do we know Appa loves Jung even before he comes back?
Janet tells Alex she sees Appa looking out the window as if he is trying to look for Jung.
Which is not a theme in Kim's Convenience?
Prejudice/Racism
Loneliness
Family/Love
Change
Identity
Loneliness
What is the definition of prejudice?
A preconceived opinion of a group of people without reason.
Why do Appa and Umma immigrate from Korea?
To have a better life and opportunities for their family than they would have if they stayed in Korea.