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Film Effects of Vietnam War on Transracial Adoptee

  • Grade Level 9th-12th Grade
  • Time Period 1950 - 1969
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Introduction

Documentary explores effects of Vietnam War on transracial adoptee, her host family, her biological family, and her identity.

Essential Questions

  • What is an American?

  • How have Asian Americans been stereotyped?

  • Can stereotypes ever be good?

  • How have Asian Americans forged their own identities?

  • How have Asian Americans navigated the complexities of being multicultural in the US? `