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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Ichiro will enlist in the U.S. Army if what happens?

2. Who sent a letter to Ichiro's mother?

3. Why do Freddie and Ichiro feel guilty?

4. How old is Ichiro?

5. What does Ichiro think was worth fighting in the war for?

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe "relocation camps" used in the United States during World War II.

2. Describe Ichiro's family and their attitude toward each other.

3. Why does Ichiro refuse to fight in the war?

4. What makes Kenji and Ichiro such close friends?

5. What is a conscientious objector?

6. Why was the bombing at Pearl Harbor such a dramatic event in U.S. military history?

7. Why does Ichiro have to apologize to his father after Ichiro fought with his mother?

8. Why does Ichiro refuse to have a drink with Ito as he walks to his parents' house for the first time in the beginning of the novel?

9. Why is Ichiro searching for acceptance in the very country in which he was born?

10. Why does Ichiro believe he is a true American citizen?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe how other characters influenced Ichiro throughout the book. Use specific examples of how at least three different characters influenced Ichiro in either a positive or negative manner. Give examples.

Essay Topic 2

Explain the reasons why Ichiro did not sign up to fight against Japan. Give examples and reasons for his decision. Explain whether Ichiro believes he made the right decision.

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast Ichiro's family with Kenji's family. What are the major similarities and differences? How does Ichiro's decision not to go to war and Kenji's decision go to war play into the differences in the families? Explain the influence each family was to Ichiro and Kenji.

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