AAPI Potpurri
What does AAPI stand for?
AAPI stands for Asian American and Pacific Islander
Which native Hawaiian pacific islander popularized surfing in the Olympics?
Duke Kahanamoku
This flower is a symbol of renewal and the impermanence of life in Japanese culture.
Sakura Blossom
What does BTS stand for?
Bangtan Boys
This popular tea based drink originated in Taiwan in the early 1980's
Boba Tea
This actress made history with best actress win at 2023 Oscars
Michelle Yeoh
This animal is symbol of power, strength, and good fortune in Chinese culture, associated with the emperor and considered a protector of the people.
Dragon
This athlete starred in 38 At the Garden, a documentary of his season with the New York Knicks.
Jeremy Lin
This holiday also known as the Water Splashing Festival is the largest celebration in Thailand and marks the start of the Buddhist New Year
Songkran
This Asian American was the first win an Olympic gold medal in figure skating.
Kristi Yamaguchi
This flower is symbol of purity, enlightenment, and rebirth in Vietnamese culture.
Lotus
Easter Sunday is a 2022 American comedy film on Netflix starring which comedian?
Jo Koy
This movie was the first to star an all Asian American main cast based on a novel written by Amy Tan
Joy Luck Club
This individual was the first Asian American to serve in the US Congress in 1959.
Hiram Fong
This flower is a symbol of hospitality, friendship, and beauty in Hawaiian culture.
Hibiscus
This AAPI chef owns Majordomo and Momofuku
David Chang
What is the significance of May 10th in AAPI history?
May 10th is the anniversary of the completion of the transcontinental railroad, which was built by Chinese laborers. The railroad was completed in 1869 and helped to open up the West to settlement and development.
The 1982 murder of this man ignited a push for Asian American rights
Vincent Chin
This fish is a symbol of perseverance, strength, and good luck in Japanese culture.
Koi Fish
This critically acclaimed coming of age Bollywood Film won a whopping 47 awards 14 years ago.
3 Idiots