SFADS Chapter 1 Flashcards

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Where is Ronald Takaki (the author) from?

Palolo Valley, Oahu, Hawaii

What are elderly Filipinos called?

manongs

Name a few Asian American ethnic groups.

China, Japan, Philippines, India, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia

Asian Americans seemed ubiquitous (prevalent) on U.S. college campuses.

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Recently, Asian Americans have become very visible.

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What percentage of California's population is Asian?

9% Signup and view all the answers

What did the Immigration Act of 1965 change regarding Asian immigration?

Reopened gates to immigrants for Asians with a quota of 20,000 from each country. Signup and view all the answers

List the top three Asian populations in the U.S.

Chinese, Filipinos, Japanese Signup and view all the answers

What major racial slurs did Lieutenant Colonel Oliver North face?

He was told he should 'go home to Japan.' Signup and view all the answers

What misconception exists about Asian vs European immigrants?

Asians are seen as sojourners, while Europeans are seen as settlers. Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the Tydings-McDuffie Act of 1934?

Provided independence to the Philippines and limited Filipino immigration to 50 people per year. Signup and view all the answers

What did the 1922 Cable Act state?

American women who married 'an alien ineligible to citizenship' ceased to be citizens. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'ethnocentrism'?

The belief in the inherent superiority of one's own ethnic group or culture. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'cognitive dissonance' refer to?

Using excuses or explanations to bridge the gap between beliefs and actions. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Mudsill theory?

There will always be a lower class if there is an upper class. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'legislative violence' mean?

Using the law to do harm to people. Signup and view all the answers

What is cosmology?

The science of the origin and development of the universe. Signup and view all the answers

Why couldn't Asians become U.S. citizens historically?

Due to eye shape, hair color, and complexion. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Author Background

Ronald Takaki hails from Palolo Valley, Oahu, Hawaii.

Cultural Terminology

Elderly Filipinos are referred to as "manongs".

Asian American Ethnic Groups

Includes Chinese, Japanese, Filipinos, Indians, Vietnamese, Laotians, Cambodians, among others.

Asian American Presence in Education

Asian Americans are prevalent on U.S. college campuses, confirming their visibility and impact.

Demographics & Population Statistics

Over 50% of San Francisco public school students are Asian; 1/4 of San Francisco's total population is Asian.
Asian populations have been a majority in Hawaii for nearly a century with over 300,000 Chinese in NYC, forming the largest Chinese community outside China.

Growth of Asian Population

Asians constitute 9% of California’s population, surpassing Black populations; they represent the fastest-growing ethnic minority in the U.S.
From 1970 to 1980, the Hispanic population rose by 38%, whereas Asian numbers increased by 143%.

Immigration Act of 1965

This act allowed Asian immigrants back into the U.S. with a quota of 20,000 from each country. Family members could immigrate without restrictions.
By the mid-1980s, Asians made up 2.1% of the U.S. population, a significant increase from 0.5% in 1960.

Asian Population Rankings

Chinese largest group (1,079,999), followed by Filipinos (1,052,000), Japanese (766,000), and others.

Racial Issues in Historical Context

Senator Daniel Inouye faced racial slurs despite his distinguished military service in WWII.
Historical misconceptions depicted Asians as temporary laborers ("sojourners") while Europeans were seen as settlers.

Immigration Trends

Immigration from Asia saw about 1 million arriving between 1849-1924, halting with the Immigration Act.
Between 1965 and 1985, an additional 3.5 million Asians immigrated.

Cultural Representation and Misunderstandings

Maxine Hong Kingston's "China Men" illustrates Asian immigrant struggles and perceptions of labor.
Asian immigrants expressed their culture through carvings at Angel Island Immigration Station in San Francisco Bay.

Legislative Impact on Citizenship

Naturalization laws historically excluded Asians based on race, focusing on characteristics like complexion and eye shape.
The Tydings-McDuffie Act (1934) limited Filipino immigration significantly, while the Naturalization Law of 1790 allowed citizenship only for "whites".

Economic Exploitation

The dual-wage system favored white laborers and exploited Asian workers in various industries, leading to ethnic antagonism as per Bonacich’s theory.

Identity and Experience

Many Asian immigrants, initially believing they were temporary workers, faced long-term settlement due to social and economic mobility.
Ethnocentrism and racial perceptions led to segregation in exercises of power and civil rights.

Government Policies and Ethnic Relations

Historical policies like the Chinese Exclusion Act (1882) and National Origins Act (1924) systematically discriminated against Asian immigrants while permitting European influx.

Past and Present Narratives

Intellectuals like Walt Whitman envisioned America as a "teeming Nation of nations," reflecting on the diversity that characterizes the nation.
The portrayal of society’s diversity appears in literature, including Melville's works depicting cooperation among diverse ethnic groups.

Cultural Identity

Cosmology, ideology, epistemology, ontology, and cognitive dissonance shape societal perspectives and the experiences of various ethnic groups in the U.S.
Power dynamics are evident in legislative violence, influencing the lived realities of marginalized communities.

Historical Events

King Kalakaua's greatest ally was his sister, showcasing the significance of familial networks in leadership.
Aaron H. Palmer advocated for Chinese laborers, linking to broader historical labor narratives.

Economic Theories

Mudsill theory posits that a lower class supports an upper class, explaining economic structures and class disparities in society.

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Test your knowledge on the key terms and concepts from SFADS Chapter 1. This quiz covers important information about Ronald Takaki's background, terminology related to Filipino Americans, and various Asian American ethnic groups. Perfect for reinforcing your understanding of the chapter's content.