Family
Which of the Wakatsukis was drafted, creating a further rift in the family?
Woody
Did Jeanne tend towards her American side or her Japanese side more?
American
How old was Jeanne when she moved to Manzanar?
7
Post internment, who was Jeanne's best friend who she constantly compared herself to?
Radine
Which family member most affected their family dynamics?
Papa
How did Papa embarrass Jeanne at the awards dinner?
He gave a deep Japanese bow.
How did Papa's issues make his children have to grow up faster?
They had to step in to fill his role, such as Woody leading the family.
What happened when Jeanne was in the lead for Carnival Queen?
The office staff added extra votes for Lois Carson so that Jeanne wouldn't win.
What was one important family tradition that the Wakatsukis had to give up when they were relocated to camp? (Hint: Jeanne misses a piece of furniture as well)
Eating meals together as a family
What was the "trick [Jeanne] could perform that was thoroughly, unmistakably American" that she learned during internment?
Baton Twirling
What was one cause of Japanese American youth not being able to thrive in Manzanar?
Poor living conditions, unsafe food, poor education at some points, surrounded by violent riots, lack of freedom, etc.
Did the younger generation or the older generation handle prejudices better?
Younger because they didn't fully understand
What aspect of their living conditions altered their family's lifestyle?
Cramped barracks
Give an example of Jeanne trying to fit in with Japanese culture. (Hint: dancer girls)
She did odd things (such as wear her stockings inside out) because some girls in a traditional Japanese dance class told her to do so.
How does Jeanne feel looking back up on her time in Manzanar vs how she felt going there?
Because of prejudices, Jeanne felt that she was allowed to excel in certain areas and not others. What are 2 areas she excelled in?
Scholarships, student government, newspaper, athletics, & yearbook