Memories and Impact of Manzanar

The transcript reflects on the personal impact of Manzanar internment, detailing the shame and identity struggles faced by the narrator. It describes life after release, including education and marriage, and the eventual return to Manzanar, which brings closure and acceptance of the past.

What emotion did the narrator initially feel about her time at Manzanar?

• Joy

• Indifference

• Shame

• Pride

What realization did the narrator come to by the age of 17?

• She had succeeded in her goals

• She should emulate her great aunt

• Her efforts to fit in were empty

• She wanted to return to Manzanar

What did the narrator need to find for herself?

• Grounding of her own

• A new career

• A new home

• A different family

How did the narrator's memories of Manzanar affect her?

• They lived far below the surface

• They were a source of pride

• They were frequently discussed

• They were often ignored

What incident did the narrator and her brother experience after leaving the camp?

• They were welcomed warmly

• They were ignored by society

• They faced discrimination

• They were offered jobs

What did the narrator find validating about meeting the photographer?

• The photographer's pictures

• The photographer's stories

• The photographer's fame

• The photographer's validation of Manzanar's existence

What was the family's destination in their journey?

• A family reunion

• The ruins of Manzanar

• A new home

• A vacation spot

What remained of Manzanar when the family visited?

• The barracks

• The guard towers

• The obelisk and gatehouses

• The mess halls

What did the narrator realize about Manzanar's impact on her life?

• It was insignificant

• It was a state of mind

• It was a forgotten memory

• It was a place of joy