Japanese Internment Review

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What was the impact of Japanese internment during World War II?

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Japanese Americans were forced to abandon their homes, businesses, and possessions, leading to significant economic and emotional distress.

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What was Order 9066?

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A presidential executive order issued by Franklin D. Roosevelt that authorized the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II.

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Who was the president responsible for the internment of Japanese Americans?

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Franklin D. Roosevelt.

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What were internment camps?

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Facilities where Japanese Americans were forcibly relocated and confined during World War II.

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What is a key reason for the internment of Japanese Americans?

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National security concerns following the attack on Pearl Harbor.

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What does 'communal living' refer to in the context of internment camps?

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Living arrangements where multiple families shared common spaces, leading to a lack of privacy.

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What are some drawbacks of communal living in internment camps?

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Lack of privacy, noise, and competition for supplies.

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What does 'sensory details' mean in literature?

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Descriptive language that engages the senses to create vivid imagery.

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Which group was specifically targeted by Order 9066?

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People of Japanese ancestry.

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What was the public perception of Japanese Americans during World War II?

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Many viewed them with suspicion and fear, leading to widespread discrimination.