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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, pg. 21-53.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did the first wave of Asian immigration begin?
(a) With the Mayflower.
(b) The Cold War.
(c) Immigration Act of 1968.
(d) Immigration Act of 1924.

2. What does Takaki say is the fastest growing ethnic population?
(a) Asian.
(b) Middle Eastern.
(c) Haitian.
(d) Columbian.

3. On what island did the author grow up?
(a) Oahu.
(b) Maui.
(c) Rikers.
(d) Long Island.

4. Who did William Hoper find to be unproductive workers at his sugar mill?
(a) Hawaiians.
(b) Asians.
(c) Caucasions.
(d) The elderly.

5. What does diversity in the work place accomplish according to Chapter 2?
(a) The bosses experience multiple cultures.
(b) It provides an educational experience.
(c) It makes a positive work environment.
(d) It prevents one block of immigrants from becoming too powerful.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where did Takaki go to college?

2. In what year did Hawaii begin recruiting Filipino workers?

3. During 1970-1980 how many immigrants were Asian?

4. Why does Takaki assert that Asian immigrants opened their own businesses?

5. In what year were plans made for the transcontinental railroad?

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