Selection Quick Checks (English)



1.	What was Mama's first concern after her husband was taken away?
	A.	making sure the children stayed in school
	B.	finding her husband
	C.	maintaining possession of the family house
	D.	keeping the family together

2.	Why did the U.S. Navy clear Terminal Island of its inhabitants?
	A.	The navy thought it was dangerous having Asian Americans close to the naval base.
	B.	The navy was conducting bombing practices near the island.
	C.	The navy was turning the island into a shipyard.
	D.	The navy needed the homes for its officers and families.

3.	What does the phrase "Shikata ga nai" mean?
	A.	"We must not accept this." and "Beware!"
	B.	"It is our destiny." and "We will overcome."
	C.	"It cannot be helped." and "It must be done."
	D.	"Remember the old days." and "Patience will be rewarded."

4.	Who became the family's leader once they arrived at Manzanar?
	A.	Kiyo
	B.	Woody
	C.	Mama
	D.	the narrator

5.	Why did Mama and other women often walk across the camp to use the latrines?
	A.	because they were more private
	B.	because they had very hot water
	C.	because they allowed them to talk privately with their friends
	D.	because they allowed them to get away from their barracks for a brief time

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