Japanese American Internment History

What was the main reason for the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II?

• Fear of spies after the attack on Pearl Harbor

• Desire to relocate Japanese Americans to better areas

• Need for more military personnel

• To protect Japanese Americans from public backlash

Where were the Japanese internment camps located?

• In remote areas, far from cities

• In major urban centers

• Near military bases

• In Japan

What did Japanese Americans do to maintain a sense of normalcy in the internment camps?

• Created schools and community activities

• Refused to participate in camp activities

• Protested against the government

• Isolated themselves from others

What happened to Japanese Americans' homes and businesses after the war ended?

• Many were gone or damaged

• They were returned in perfect condition

• They were improved by the government

• They were sold to other families

When did the U.S. government apologize for the internment of Japanese Americans?

• 1988

• 1945

• 1965

• 2001