Family Matters!
What is one word to describe Appa?
Stubborn, Hot-Tempered, Forgiving
Why does Appa want Janet to take over the store?
To continue the Kim's Convenience dynasty.
Why does Appa want Janet to call the police, instead of him?
His accent.
What is the difference between insam and ginseng?
Insam is Korean, but ginseng is Japanese.
Name one thing Janet and her parents disagree on.
Religion, what kids owe their parents, or what makes a successful career.
What is Janet's passion, and the thing she's in school for?
Photography
Why is Jung unhappy with his life?
Strain in his romantic relationship.
Adjusting to having a newborn.
Envy and disappointment in where he ended up compared to his teammates.
Unfulfillment in his job.
A 2nd Generation Immigrant is...
is the child to someone who immmigrated, born in the new country.
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.
Give an example of where we see the theme of racism/prejudice.
Appa showing Janet the steal or no steal rule.
Appa hating all Japanese people.
Mike being rude to Appa about "not knowing how to speak the language".
Where is Kim's Convenience located in Toronto?
Regent Park
What is Hapkido
A Korean fighting style.
Where does Umma meet Jung?
Church
How do we see the Kim family still cares about one another? Give an example from the play.
Umma and Jung meeting at church.
Appa looking out the window for Jung.
Appa giving Jung the store without a second thought, despite their strained relationship.
Appa giving Janet and Alex's relationship his blessing.
Why is Mr Lee the real estate agent trying to buy Appa's store?
New condos and store are being built in the area.
Gamta Jang is...
a Korean dish
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.
In the end, what does Appa realize is his real legacy?
His family
What caused Jung to leave home?
A fight with Appa, in which Appa landed him in the hospital.
Gentrification is...
Wealthier people moving in and changing housing and businesses, pushing out locals.