Heather's Journey: Refugee Experiences

Heather recounts her journey from Vietnam to the US, detailing her escape by boat, life in a refugee camp, and eventual settlement in the US. She reflects on the challenges faced, the importance of education, and the legacy she wishes to pass on to her children.

What was Heather's given Vietnamese name?

• Heather

• Wi

• Sting

• Singh

What significant event does Heather remember from April 30th, 1975?

• Her first day at school

• Her family trying to seek shelter on a motorcycle

• Her father's re-education camp

• Her mother's pregnancy

Why was Heather chosen to escape instead of her younger sister?

• Heather volunteered

• Heather was the eldest

• Her sister got sick

• Her sister was too young

What was the size of the boat Heather escaped on?

• 20 meters

• 30 meters

• 14 meters

• 50 meters

How did Heather and others signal for help when they saw a speck in the sky?

• By lighting a fire

• By using a radio

• By sending up SOS signals

• By waving flags

What languages did Heather learn in the refugee camp?

• French and German

• English and French

• German and English

• Vietnamese and English

How did Heather's family manage to live in the refugee camp?

• By working in the camp

• By receiving an allowance from the United Nations

• By receiving donations from other refugees

• By selling goods

What was Heather's biggest challenge when she first arrived in the US?

• Making friends

• Finding a job

• Finding a place to live

• Learning the language

Why did Heather's parents decide to let her escape Vietnam?

• To have a better education

• To reunite with family in the US

• To find better job opportunities

• To avoid re-education camps

What does Heather emphasize as important for her children to remember?

• The hardships of the past

• The importance of education

• All of the above

• The legacy of their heritage