California To Issue Apology For Internment Of Japanese Americans

California To Issue Apology For Internment Of Japanese Americans

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Social Studies, History

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The video discusses the internment of over 120,000 Japanese Americans during WWII, highlighting the U.S. government's actions and the subsequent resolution by California acknowledging its role in these injustices. It also covers the state's failure to protect civil rights and recent apologies to oppressed groups.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary reason given by the US government for the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II?

Economic competition

National security threat

Political beliefs

Cultural differences

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many Japanese Americans were affected by the internment during World War II?

150,000

120,000

80,000

50,000

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does California's resolution acknowledge regarding its actions during World War II?

Support for economic growth

Support for unjust treatment and incarceration

Support for military expansion

Support for cultural exchange

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What failure does California's resolution admit to during the internment period?

Failure to provide economic aid

Failure to protect civil rights and liberties

Failure to maintain public order

Failure to promote education

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What broader action is California taking alongside the resolution regarding Japanese Americans?

Providing financial compensation

Making apologies to various oppressed groups

Building new cultural centers

Issuing new laws