Life and Experiences at Manzanar

The transcript describes the experiences of Papa at Fort Lincoln, the buildup to the December riot at Manzanar, and the riot itself. It highlights the discontent among internees, the events leading to the riot, and the violent outbreak that followed. The narrative concludes with reflections on the aftermath and the emotional impact on those involved.

What was the main reason Papa rarely spoke about his time at Fort Lincoln?

• He was ashamed of the disloyalty charges.

• He enjoyed his time there.

• He had forgotten most of it.

• He was not allowed to talk about it.

How did the charge of disloyalty affect Papa?

• It made him famous.

• It had no effect on him.

• It brought him face to face with his vulnerability.

• It made him more powerful.

What was a common experience among the men interned at Manzanar?

• They all became wealthy.

• They experienced a form of emasculation.

• They were given more rights.

• They were allowed to leave whenever they wanted.

What was the atmosphere like during the first summer and fall at Manzanar?

• Bitter and tense.

• Calm and peaceful.

• Joyful and festive.

• Full of excitement.

What event is referred to as the December riot?

• A government-organized event.

• A celebration of Pearl Harbor's anniversary.

• A violent outbreak of accumulated tensions.

• A peaceful protest.

What triggered the December 5th incident?

• A new law was passed.

• A young cook's arrest.

• A festival in the camp.

• A visit from a government official.

What was the young cook accused of?

• Escaping the camp.

• Stealing from the camp.

• Organizing a kitchen workers union.

• Starting a fire.

What was the reaction of the camp's administration to the demands of the rioters?

• They ignored them completely.

• They agreed to bring the young cook back.

• They increased the food rations.

• They allowed everyone to leave the camp.

Who emerged as the leader of the rioters?

• The camp's chief steward

• Papa

• Joe Cory Hara

• Fred Toyama

What was Joe Cory Hara's background?

• He was a government official.

• He was a school teacher.

• He was a famous actor.

• He was a former US Army soldier.