Questions and Answers
What was Watanabe's nickname in chapter 24?
the bird
Why did the prisoners nickname the guards?
So they can talk about them without the guards knowing
What did Louie refrain from doing while being beaten?
Resist, deflect, fight back
Why were the enlisted men taken outside the camp?
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Why was it an advantage to have the enlisted men go outside the camp?
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In what month and year does chapter 25 begin?
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How long has Louis been in Japan in chapter 25?
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Why was Louis outside of the camp in chapter 25?
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What was Louis' reaction to seeing the B-29 writing on the wall?
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What did the prisoners fight for the first time soon after Louis' trip outside of the camp?
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Louis was taken to ___________ in Tokyo.
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Why did Lynne Moody recognize Louis?
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Study Notes
Chapter 24 Highlights
- Watanabe earned the nickname "the bird" among prisoners, reflecting his demeanor or behavior.
- Prisoners used nicknames for guards to discuss them confidentially, avoiding detection and repercussions.
- Louie demonstrated remarkable restraint during beatings, choosing not to resist, deflect, or fight back, highlighting his survival instincts.
Chapter 24 Prisoner Life
- Enlisted men were taken outside the camp primarily for labor purposes, contributing to the camp's demands.
- These excursions allowed enlisted men to return with goods, providing some advantage and necessities for survival within the camp.
Chapter 25 Overview
- The narrative shifts to October 1944, marking a significant time point for the events.
- By this chapter, Louie had spent 13 months in Japan, indicating the prolonged nature of his captivity.
Louie's Experiences Outside the Camp
- Louie was permitted outside the camp to collect meat, showing a rare moment of freedom and interaction with the outside world.
- Upon seeing B-29 writing on a wall, Louie's reaction was one of confusion, signifying the disorientation of prisoners aware of the war's developments.
Significant Events and Recognition
- Shortly after his trip outside, prisoners began to fight for the first time, motivated by the presence of B-29 planes, an emblem of hope or resistance.
- Louie was taken to a radio broadcasting station in Tokyo, indicating a shift in his experiences and potential roles during captivity.
- Lynne Moody recognized Louie due to her status as a USC alum, demonstrating a connection to his past life before captivity.
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