Life in a Baseball Camp

The story follows a young Japanese American boy during World War II, who is sent to an internment camp with his family. To cope with the harsh conditions, his father builds a baseball field, bringing the community together. The boy, initially struggling with acceptance and identity, finds solace and growth through baseball. After the war, he faces new challenges but uses his experiences to gain confidence and acceptance.

Why did the narrator's father decide to build a baseball field in the camp?

• To compete with other camps

• To teach the children a new sport

• To improve physical fitness

• To give people something to do

What event led to the narrator's family moving to the camp?

• The attack on Pearl Harbor

• A natural disaster

• A job opportunity

• A family dispute

How did the narrator describe the living conditions in the camp?

• Comfortable and spacious

• Hot during the day and cold at night

• Similar to their home

• Full of entertainment

What was the community's solution to the lack of baseball equipment?

• They decided not to play

• They ordered new equipment online

• They borrowed from nearby towns

• They used creativity to make their own

What position did the narrator play in the baseball games?

• Shortstop

• Pitcher

• Catcher

• Second base

What motivated the narrator to improve his baseball skills?

• The desire to impress his friends

• The watchful eyes of the man in the tower

• The encouragement from his father

• The need to win a championship

What was the outcome of the championship game?

• The game was canceled

• The other team forfeited

• The narrator hit a home run

• The narrator's team lost

How did the narrator feel when he returned to school after the camp?

• Indifferent to the changes

• Excited to be back

• Ignored and isolated

• Welcomed by everyone

What nickname did the narrator earn after improving his baseball skills?

• Speedy

• Ace

• Shorty

• Slugger

What did the narrator realize about the crowd during his first game back at school?

• They were supportive

• They were indifferent

• They were confused

• They were hostile