Japanese Internment Camps Quiz

What were the main causes of Japanese internment?

• Fear of espionage and sabotage, racism and prejudice, and political pressure

• Desire to protect Japanese culture, fear of Japanese invasion, and economic competition

• Desire to promote American values, fear of Japanese-American loyalty, and desire to appease anti-Japanese sentiment

• Revenge for Pearl Harbor, desire to weaken Japanese-American community, and desire to test new military tactics

What is the reason that Amereica moved Japanese Americans off of the coast?

• Japanese-American relations

• World War II

• The Great Depression

• Civil rights movement

What was life like in Japanese internment camps?

• Life in Japanese internment camps was luxurious and comfortable, with families living in spacious quarters and enjoying good food and amenities.

• Life in Japanese internment camps was similar to living in a typical American suburb, with families having access to schools, hospitals, and other facilities.

• Life in Japanese internment camps was a fun adventure for families, with plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and socializing with other internees.

• Life in Japanese internment camps was difficult and often dehumanizing, with families living in cramped quarters and facing harsh conditions. They were also subjected to discrimination and racism from their captors and fellow Americans.

Which executive order authorized the internment of Japanese Americans?

• Executive Order 9067

• Executive Order 9065

• Executive Order 9066

• Executive Order 9068

What was the legal justification for internment?

• The Magna Carta

• The Geneva Convention

• Executive Order 9066

• The Emancipation Proclamation

Which of the following is NOT a reason for the internment of Japanese Americans?

• They were involved in criminal activities

• They were seen as disloyal to the US

• They were suspected of espionage

• They were a threat to national security

What percentage of Japanese Americans were interned during World War II?

• 25%

• 62%

• 40%

• 80%

Which Supreme Court case upheld the constitutionality of Japanese internment?

• Korematsu v. United States

• Roe v. Wade

• Brown v. Board of Education

• Dred Scott v. Sandford

What happened to the property and belongings of Japanese Americans during internment?

• They were either sold off or left to deteriorate.

• They were confiscated by the Japanese government.

• They were donated to charity organizations.

• They were returned to the Japanese Americans after the war.

When were Japanese Americans finally granted reparations for internment?

• 1945

• 1965

• 2000

• 1988