Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage

The video celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (APAHM), highlighting its history, cultural contributions, and the importance of advocacy for immigration reform. It covers the origins of APAHM, artistic expressions, community resilience, and the legacies of influential figures. The video encourages viewers to acknowledge the history and contributions of these communities in the US and to use their privilege to advocate for change.

What is the main purpose of celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month?

• To promote tourism in Asian countries

• To commemorate the end of World War II

• To celebrate the New Year

• To recognize the historical and cultural contributions of the community

Who initiated the week-long celebration that eventually became APA HM?

• President Ronald Reagan

• President Jimmy Carter

• President George H.W. Bush

• President Bill Clinton

What significant event in 1869 is commemorated during APA HM?

• The end of the Civil War

• The first moon landing

• The completion of the transcontinental railroad

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

What does Roger Shimamura's painting 'Shimamura Crossing the Delaware' explore?

• The life of George Washington

• The beauty of American landscapes

• The challenges faced by those of Asian descent in the U.S.

• The history of the American Revolution

What did the Immigration Act of 1990, signed by President George H.W. Bush, allow?

• Permanent residency for all immigrants

• Temporary work visas for people with exceptional ability

• Free education for all immigrants

• Immediate citizenship for all immigrants

What was the response of San Francisco's Chinese leaders after the 1906 earthquake?

• They moved to another state

• They sought help from the federal government

• They rallied to rebuild their community

• They decided to leave the city

What does the exhibition 'Go Beyond Bollywood' explore?

• The traditional dances of India

• The cuisine of India

• The contributions of Indian Americans

• The history of Bollywood movies

What inspired the introduction of the DREAM Act?

• The rebuilding of Chinatown

• The story of Teresa Lee

• The completion of the transcontinental railroad

• The events of 9/11

What was Queen Kapiolani's main focus during her reign?

• Education reform

• Medical issues impacting the Hawaiian population

• Economic development

• Military expansion

What was Queen Liliuokalani's main focus during her reign?

• Agricultural development

• Fight for equal rights and restoration of the Hawaiian kingdom

• Tourism promotion

• Cultural preservation