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On page 63, I think it is important to note that the top and bottom two panels are separated by straight lines. The middle two however are separated by a jagged line, which we have discovered to represent chaos. It’s clear that there is chaos occurring in these panels, as George Takei’s father opens up their living space to discover it’s disgustingly hot. This probably the most chaotic moment on this page, and it only seems right to symbolize this through the format of the panels.

On pages 68 and 69, there are many different patterns to acknowledge. Whether this is the backdrop, on the actual characters, or a design hanging out in the background, there are many different shapes. I wonder what the purpose of these are because I can only imagine they may be intended to keep the reader’s attention. Some of the background shapes, stars and bubbles, could also be to represent the change in mood. The addition of them correlate to the family laughing, and could be understood as a more positive mood.

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After researching the living quarters that the Japanese Americans were staying, I discovered that most of their “homes” were old racetracks or fairgrounds. Obviously not meant for human beings to live, they had to live in barracks, essentially like they were in the army. They eventually were given insulation to their living quarters, in attempt to create a more homey experience. The shared showers, toilets, and eating facilities definitely did not help enhance the homey feeling.

Q: How did these Japanese Americans run their day to day routine? How was it possible for them to share so much space and still live their lives?