Internment and the Constitution

Question 1

Where did the military place its largest exclusion zone?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

2 – the West Coast

Question 2

Which two arguments did the Supreme Court use to uphold the constitutionality of Korematsu’s internment?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Due to the war, there was not enough time to hold trials or hearings before sending people to internment camps.; The military had a legitimate need to protect against espionage and sabotage.

Question 3

Which statements from the text indicate that the author was prejudiced against Japanese Americans? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

He refers to all Japanese Americans as “dangerous.”; He states Japanese Americans’ loyalty cannot be determined.; He implies that citizens of Japanese ancestry are “less” than other American citizens.; He wants to [wipe Japan] “off the map.”

Question 4

Which two arguments did Fred Korematsu present against internment?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

He did not receive due process under the law.; He was discriminated against for racial reasons.

Question 5

Which statement summarizes Watanabe’s point of view in this excerpt?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Watanabe felt it was his duty to join the military despite his resentment of internment.

Question 6

Past presidents did not appreciate the sacrifice and contributions of African American aviators.African Americans did not receive the same honors as other heroes retuning from the war.Discrimination and segregation began to decline after World War II.The Congressional Gold Medal is normally awarded decades after a heroic action.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

African Americans did not receive the same honors as other heroes retuning from the war.

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