Japanese Canadian Exile and Discrimination

The video explores the history of Japanese Canadians who were exiled after WWII. It details the impact of Pearl Harbor, the internment and displacement of Japanese Canadians, and the development of racist policies that led to their deportation. The narrative highlights the struggles faced by families, the post-war deportation process, and the eventual return and reconciliation efforts.

What was the primary reason for the exile of Japanese Canadians after World War II?

• To provide them with better economic opportunities

• Due to racial discrimination and political motives

• To return them to their cultural roots

• To protect them from post-war violence

What actions did the Canadian government take against Japanese Canadians during World War II?

• They were given special privileges

• They were interned and their properties confiscated

• They were sent to fight in the war

• They were relocated to urban centers

Who was a key figure in the development of policies against Japanese Canadians?

• James Gibson

• Norman Robertson

• Jack Granatstein

• Ian McKenzie

How did the Canadian government justify the deportation of Japanese Canadians?

• To reduce population density

• To improve economic conditions

• To promote cultural exchange

• As a security measure

What was the main tactic used to determine the loyalty of Japanese Canadians?

• Military service

• Language proficiency test

• Community service

• Repatriation survey

What was the reaction of Japanese Canadians to the repatriation survey?

• They were excited about new opportunities

• They were eager to return to Japan

• They were indifferent to the options

• They felt pressured and had no real choice

What was the impact of the deportation on Japanese Canadians who went to Japan?

• They were given government jobs

• They faced disease, malnutrition, and hostility

• They were welcomed and prospered

• They quickly returned to Canada

What was a significant challenge faced by Japanese Canadians in Japan post-deportation?

• Language barriers

• Lack of employment opportunities

• Cultural assimilation

• All of the above

What was the long-term impact on Japanese Canadians who returned to Canada?

• They were immediately accepted and integrated

• They faced ongoing discrimination and challenges

• They were celebrated as heroes

• They were given compensation and apologies

What was the Canadian government's stance on the return of deported Japanese Canadians in the 1950s?

• They were indifferent to their return

• They actively discouraged their return

• They encouraged their return

• They provided financial assistance for their return