Historical Journey of Yoji Matshushima

Yoji Matshushima shares his family's history, including their internment during WWII. His father and uncle were arrested, and the family was separated. They decided to repatriate to Japan, but ended up in Crystal City, Texas, an internment camp. Life in the camp was under Geneva Convention rules, with families living in cabins. After the war, they were released with minimal support from the government.

Where was Yoji Matshushima born?

• Seattle, Washington

• Portland, Oregon

• San Francisco, California

• Tokyo, Japan

What happened to Yoji's father and uncle on December 11th?

• They opened a new store

• They were promoted at work

• They were arrested

• They moved to a new city

What was the family's decision during the war?

• To move to Canada

• To stay in the United States

• To repatriate to Japan

• To relocate to Europe

What was the name of the ship involved in the prisoner exchange?

• Queen Mary

• Titanic

• Lusitania

• Gripsholm

Where was the family internment camp located?

• Fort Leavenworth, Kansas

• Ellis Island, New York

• Alcatraz Island, California

• Crystal City, Texas

Which groups were present in the Crystal City camp?

• Only Italian families

• German, Italian, and Japanese families

• Only German families

• Only Japanese families

Under which rules was the Crystal City camp operated?

• United Nations Charter

• Hague Convention

• NATO Regulations

• Geneva Convention

What did each family have in their cabin at the camp?

• A swimming pool

• A television

• A private garden

• A kitchen with a kerosene stove

What did the government provide when leaving the camp?

• A job offer

• A new house

• A train ticket and 25 dollars

• A car

How did Mrs. Origami react on the bus to Uvalde, Texas?

• She was angry

• She was silent

• She was jumping up and down with joy

• She was crying