Filipino American History and Migration

The video explores the history of Filipino Americans, highlighting their presence in the US before Jamestown, their resistance during the Philippine-American War, and their struggles and contributions in labor and civil rights movements. It also covers their role in World War II and the subsequent challenges they faced, including broken promises of citizenship. The narrative emphasizes the importance of recognizing and documenting Filipino American history and contributions to American society.

What is the significance of the early presence of Filipinos in America?

• They led movements and confronted injustices.

• They contributed to the founding of Jamestown.

• They were the first to discover America.

• They were the first Asian settlers in America.

How did the Philippine-American War influence Filipino migration to the U.S.?

• It resulted in Filipinos gaining immediate citizenship.

• It became a catalyst for migration due to colonial ties.

• It led to the deportation of Filipinos.

• It stopped all Filipino migration to the U.S.

What challenges did Filipino labor migrants face in the U.S.?

• They were immediately granted citizenship.

• They were given high-paying jobs.

• They faced racial hostility and violence.

• They were welcomed with open arms.

What role did Filipinos play in the U.S. during World War II?

• They were only involved in non-combat roles.

• They enlisted in the U.S. Armed Forces and helped win the Pacific Theater.

• They fought against the U.S. forces.

• They were neutral and did not participate.

What was the impact of the 1946 Rescission Act on Filipino veterans?

• It broke the promise of citizenship and benefits for many.

• It granted them full citizenship and benefits.

• It provided them with land in the U.S.

• It deported them back to the Philippines.

How did the 1965 legislation affect Filipino immigration to the U.S.?

• It only allowed male immigrants.

• It had no impact on Filipino immigration.

• It greatly expanded immigration quotas.

• It restricted Filipino immigration.

What was the significance of the Delano Grape Strike?

• It was one of the most successful strikes against agribusiness.

• It led to the closure of grape businesses.

• It was a strike that only involved Latino workers.

• It was a failed strike with no impact.

What was the outcome of the student strikes at San Francisco State University and UC Berkeley?

• They had no significant impact.

• They led to the closure of the universities.

• They established ethnic studies programs.

• They resulted in the deportation of Filipino students.

What is the role of the Filipino American National Historical Society?

• To restrict Filipino immigration.

• To promote Filipino American cuisine.

• To document and preserve Filipino American history.

• To erase Filipino American history.

Why is it important to tell the stories of Filipino Americans?

• To forget their contributions.

• To inspire future generations and recognize their impact.

• To promote only their negative experiences.

• To limit their influence in society.