Music/Cinema
This Hawaiian born singer/song writer with number one singles like "Just the Way You are" and "Uptown Funk" sold over 130 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time.
Who is Bruno Mars.
This is the year that Jimmy Carter signed the proclamation of the observance of AAPI Week (later turned into AAPI Month in 1990).
What is 1978.
This former WWE wrestler of Samoan descent pursued an acting career which has grossed over 10.5 billion worldwide, if you can smell what he is cooking
Who is Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson
She became the first female, first black, and first Asian-American Vice-President in US history.
Who is Kamala Harris.
This country has the largest Population with 1.43 billion people and has the only surviving pictographic writing system.
What is China
This Disney film based on the culture and myths of various Polynesian islands, follows the free-spirited daughter of the village chief, who embarks on a journey to restore balance to the decaying nature around her.
What is Moana
This railroad was built between 1848-1855 by 20,000 Chinese immigrants.
What is the Transcontinental Railroad.
Credited with helping to change how Asians were presented in American films, he is considered by many to be one of the most influential martial artists of all time
Who is Bruce Lee.
This US Senator from Illinois was the first Thai American woman elected to Congress, first person born in Thailand elected to Congress, first woman with a disability elected to Congress, first double amputee in the Senate, and first senator to give birth while in office.
Who is Tammy Duckworth.
This Asian country consists of over 14,000 islands and is known for its neon skyscrapers and pop culture.
What is Japan.
The hero is the first Asian-American to enter the Marvel Cinematic Universe and follows the story of a gifted martial artist who becomes the owner of the all-powerful 10 rings.
Who is Shang-Chi
This was the first significant law restricting immigration into the United States (passed in 1882).
What is the Chinese Exclusion Act
This former competitive figure skater turned author became the first Asian American to win a gold medal in the Winter Olympics
Who is Kristi Yamaguchi
In June 2000, President Bill Clinton awarded him the medal of honor. Until Kamala Harris’ inauguration this year as Vice-President, he was the highest ranking Asian American politician in US history.
Who is Daniel Ken Inouye
Around 75% of the world's spices comes from this Asian country
What is India
This 2022 Disney Pixar film follows Meilin "Mei" Lee , a 13-year-old Chinese-Canadian student who transforms into a giant red panda when she experiences any strong emotion, due to a hereditary curse.
What is Turning Red.
These riots in 1907 saw people in Washington pull Indian workers out of their bunks, set their bunkhouses on fire, and beat them.
What is the The Bellingham Riots
This Seattle Mariner set MLB's single-season record for hits with 262.
Who is Ichiro Suzuki.
Born in Japan, she became the first Asian American woman to be elected to the Senate in 2012.
Who is Mazie Hirono.
This country is actually two completely separate land masses separated by 400 miles of seawater
What is Malaysia.
This half Filipina Grammy and Oscar winning artist is well-known for the song “I Can’t Breathe” which won song of the year at the 2021 Grammy Awards.
Who is H.E.R.
This Supreme Court Case ruled in favor of the defendant after they were denied re-entry to the US after visiting China, even though they were born in San Francisco
What is United States vs. Wong Kim Ark
This short track speed skater and eight-time Olympic medalist is the most decorated American Winter Olympic athlete of all time
Who is Apolo Ohno
He has served as the US Representative from California’s 17th Congressional District since 2017 and was the co-chair of Senator Sanders’ 2020 presidential campaign.
Who is Ro Khanna
This Country with 87 regional dialects and influences from Spanish, Chinese, and American language has a variety of natural attractions, such as orchids, volcanoes, and tropical climate.
What is the Philippines.