Why Do We Say "Asian American" Not "Oriental"?

The video explores the historical and contemporary usage of the terms 'Oriental' and 'Asian American'. It discusses the origins of 'Oriental', its implications in colonialism and racial othering, and the modern shift towards 'Asian American' as a more inclusive term. The video highlights the legislative changes that removed 'Oriental' from laws and the emergence of 'Asian American' in the 1960s, promoting Pan-Asian alliances. It concludes by emphasizing the evolving nature of cultural identity and terminology.

What was a significant legislative action taken against the term 'Oriental' in the US?

• It was banned from all dictionaries.

• It was declared a hate speech term.

• It was replaced with 'Eastern'.

• It was removed from New York state and federal laws.

What was the original purpose of the term 'Oriental'?

• To name a style of architecture.

• To describe a specific ethnic group.

• To indicate countries or regions by direction.

• To refer to a type of cuisine.

Which scholar highlighted the colonial implications of the term 'Oriental'?

• Edward Said

• Yuji Ichioka

• Kat Chow

• Erika Lee

What was one of the negative associations of the term 'Oriental' in the US?

• It was linked to anti-Asian sentiments and xenophobic legislation.

• It was used to describe European countries.

• It was a term of endearment.

• It was associated with culinary arts.

What is Dr. Jayne Tsuchiyama's stance on the term 'Oriental'?

• She thinks it should be used more frequently.

• She argues for its continued use in oriental medicine.

• She is indifferent to its usage.

• She believes it should be completely banned.

Who is credited with coining the term 'Asian American'?

• Yuji Ichioka

• Erika Lee

• Edward Said

• Kat Chow

What was the broader context for the emergence of the term 'Asian American'?

• The civil rights movements and identity struggles of the 1960s.

• The introduction of Asian languages in American schools.

• The rise of Asian cuisine in America.

• The popularity of Asian films in the US.