Q2 W6 CW1

1. Can you recall instances in "Farewell to Manzanar" where Jeanne grapples with
the concept of belonging to America?
Her Japanese heritage forms crucial part of her identity
Jeanne feels that the best way to fit in and feel “American” is to distance herself
from her Japanese roots; it’s only at the end of high school that she starts to
respect and explore her complex identity as a Japanese-American. Jeanne imagines
that hatred looks like a "dark, amorphous cloud" that will descend and enclose her
family forever. This frightening imagery describes how Jeanne feels about her
family's journey back west.

2. Can you recall how internment affects the Wakatsuki family's commitment to
each other in "Farewell to Manzanar"?
Mama tries to maintain the integrity of her family, but over the years of camp life,
the family loses its cohesiveness and her father, his nine months as a prisoner of
war, changes him. Because he has acted as an interpreter for the government, he
is met with suspicion from the community. It shaped their families and they
started to see each other in new ways for the first time when they were put in
these camps. It also shows their loss of freedom. The racism they faced. Some of
the vulnerabilities were there was no privacy whatsoever. They had to leave
their home and their life back behind the harsh treatment and harsh life because
the camps were just piles of dust they weren’t clean and they were cold.
"Farewell to Manzanar" explores how internment shapes the dynamics within
the Wakatsuki family during World War II. The family shows resilience by
supporting each other and maintaining their cultural traditions. However,
vulnerabilities emerge as they cope with the loss of freedom and face strained
relationships.

3. Can you recall how the theme of shame and pride is portrayed in "Farewell to
Manzanar"?
Dignity is one of the most important aspects of Japanese culture, and one of the
things Jean most appreciates in her parents is their commitment to maintaining
family pride under even the driest circumstances. However, this emphasis on
pride makes everyone in the family vulnerable to devastating feelings of shame.
Shame plays a significant role in the Wakatsuki family's post-internment life in
 "Farewell to Manzanar." The stigma of being labeled as "enemy aliens" and the
loss of civil liberties perpetuates shame, leading to a struggle to regain a sense of
identity and belonging. The shame also impacts relationships between
generations, hindering the family's ability to fully embrace their heritage and
find healing.

4. Can you recall the name and role of Jeanne's oldest brother in "Farewell to
Manzanar"?

After papa Wakatsuki got arrested and was taken to fort Lincoln, Woody
(Jeannes brother) took the role as the patriarch and the head of the family. He
along with Mama took over the roles as the heads of the family and they made
sure that the family were together and safe. He made sure the family was
cheerful and tried the best to make them as comfortable as possible. Woody's
role as the informal head of the Wakatsuki family in "Farewell to Manzanar"
provides hope and leadership during challenging times. He takes on
responsibilities, ensuring their basic needs are met and inspiring resilience.
Woody's involvement in community activities fosters a sense of pride and unity,
serving as a symbol of strength for his family.

5. Can you recall instances of racism and prejudice faced by Jeanne in "Farewell
to Manzanar"?
Jeanne recounts the racism and prejudice faced by her family during World War II. Forced
into an internment camp due to their Japanese heritage, they endured harsh living
conditions and discrimination within the camp. Jeanne faced educational challenges and
encountered ongoing prejudice after the war, reflecting the broader historical injustice
against Japanese-Americans during this period.

1. Analyze the complexities of Jeanne's identity as a Japanese-American. How does

she navigate the tension between her Japanese heritage and the desire to belong
to mainstream American society?
This complexity arises from factors such as cultural identity, a sense of
belonging, discrimination, dual expectations. Jeanne must balance her
connection to her Japanese roots with the pressure to fit into American
society. She may face discrimination from both sides and encounter
conflicting expectations from her communities. Ultimately, Jeanne's
choices and self-reflection shape her approach to managing these
complexities.

2. Analyze the roles of Mama and Papa in maintaining family unity during
internment. How do they contribute to the family's well-being, and in what ways
do they face challenges in doing so?
It shaped their families and they started to see each other in new ways for the
first time when they were put in these camps. It also shows their loss of
freedom. The racism they faced. Some of the vulnerabilities were there was
no privacy whatsoever. They had to leave their home and their life back
behind the harsh treatment and harsh life because the camps were just piles
of dust they weren’t clean and they were cold. "Farewell to Manzanar"
explores how internment shapes the dynamics within the Wakatsuki family
during World War II. The family shows resilience by supporting each other
and maintaining their cultural traditions. However, vulnerabilities emerge as
they cope with the loss of freedom and face strained relationships.

3. Analyze Mama's actions regarding the sale of her china during internment. How
do her actions reflect both pride and the preservation of dignity?
Shame plays a significant role in the Wakatsuki family's post-internment life in
"Farewell to Manzanar." The stigma of being labeled as "enemy aliens" and the
loss of civil liberties perpetuates shame, leading to a struggle to regain a sense of
identity and belonging. The shame also impacts relationships between
generations, hindering the family's ability to fully embrace their heritage and
find healing.

4. Examine Woody's significance as a symbol of hope in the narrative. Provide

examples of how he uplifts the family's spirits and handles difficulties.
After papa arrested and taken to lincoln, woody becomes the informal head of the
family he is able to comfort mama and cheer up his younger siblingings and he is
a symbol for hope and he can came up with a plan to solve any difficulty
Woody's role as the informal head of the Wakatsuki family in "Farewell to
Manzanar" provides hope and leadership during challenging times. He takes
on responsibilities, ensuring their basic needs are met and inspiring
resilience. Woody's involvement in community activities fosters a sense of
pride and unity, serving as a symbol of strength for his family.
5. Analyze the impact of hidden prejudice on Jeanne's school experiences. Provide
examples from the memoir that illustrate how quietly-expressed racism shapes
and disrupts her education.
Jeanne's experience with racism in "Farewell to Manzanar" has broader
implications for marginalized groups. Her story sheds light on the consequences of
prejudice, discrimination, and systemic racism. Her journey represents a universal
struggle for identity and belonging, highlighting the importance of empathy and
understanding towards marginalized communities. (Answer from group C)

1. Evaluate the significance of the theme of belonging to America in "Farewell to

Manzanar." How does this theme resonate with broader cultural and societal
issues? Discuss its impact on the characters' sense of identity and the overall
message of the memoir.
The theme of belonging to America in "Farewell to Manzanar" talks about the struggle
of Japanese-Americans to be accepted as Americans during World War II. It also
emphasizes the injustice and discrimination faced by the characters, and serves as a
reminder of the importance of inclusivity and acceptance in American society. The
memoir underscores the consequences of discrimination and prejudice, and the
resilience of marginalized communities.

2. Evaluate the theme of internment and family life, considering how it shapes the
dynamics and relationships within the Wakatsuki family. Discuss the resilience
and vulnerabilities that emerge as a result.

It shaped their families and they started to see each other in new ways for the
first time when they were put in these camps. It also shows their loss of
freedom. The racism they faced. Some of the vulnerabilities were there was
no privacy whatsoever. They had to leave their home and their life back
behind the harsh treatment and harsh life because the camps were just piles
of dust they weren’t clean and they were cold. "Farewell to Manzanar"
explores how internment shapes the dynamics within the Wakatsuki family
during World War II. The family shows resilience by supporting each other
and maintaining their cultural traditions. However, vulnerabilities emerge as
they cope with the loss of freedom and face strained relationships.

3. Evaluate the role of shame in the Wakatsuki family's post-internment life. How
does the shame of internment persist, and what are its long-term effects on the
family's sense of pride?
Shame plays a significant role in the Wakatsuki family's post-internment life in
"Farewell to Manzanar." The stigma of being labeled as "enemy aliens" and the
loss of civil liberties perpetuates shame, leading to a struggle to regain a sense of
 identity and belonging. The shame also impacts relationships between
generations, hindering the family's ability to fully embrace their heritage and
find healing.

4. Evaluate the impact of Woody's role as the informal head of the family. How
does he provide hope and leadership during the challenging times in Manzanar?
Woody's role as the informal head of the Wakatsuki family in "Farewell to
Manzanar" provides hope and leadership during challenging times. He takes
on responsibilities, ensuring their basic needs are met and inspiring
resilience. Woody's involvement in community activities fosters a sense of
pride and unity, serving as a symbol of strength for his family.

5. Evaluate the broader implications of Jeanne's experience with racism. How does
her personal dilemma connect to the challenges faced by other marginalized
groups?
Jeanne's experience with racism in "Farewell to Manzanar" has broader
implications for marginalized groups. Her story sheds light on the consequences of
prejudice, discrimination, and systemic racism. Her journey represents a universal
struggle for identity and belonging, highlighting the importance of empathy and
understanding towards marginalized communities.