Chapter 12 Southeast Asians and Pacific Islanders
what is the middle intoxicating beverage that is popular in the pacific islands? a. Cafe latte b. cocoa samoa c. kava d. yerba mate e. kombucha
c. kava
what European country has heavily influenced the Philippines because it controlled its islands? a. France b. Germany c. Spain d. Portugal e. Italy
c.) Spain
During Vietnamese meals, all of the dishes are served at the same time. A.). True B.) False
A.) True
Samoans believe eating the wrong foods can cause dislocation of the to'ala A.) True B.) False
A.) True
About half the Hmong Americans are now Christian A.) True B.) False
B.) False
Pacific Islanders eat mainly native grown foods. A.) True B.)False
B.) False
Describe some of the unique physical problems that former refugees from Southeast Asia face.
In Southeast Asia, sudden unexpected nocturnal death syndrome (sounds), when a person seemly healthy person dies in their sleep. Common among Cambodians, Laotians, and Hmong but can occur among other immigrants. It was the leading cause of death among Hmong men aged 25-40 years old age. Now, it is believed that phenomenon known as sleep paralysis is involved. Many cultures believe that you can "wake up" to the sensation of a spirit. Guilt and depression can cause fatal night mare experiences. PTSD could be another common factor.
Describe the traditional view of health in the Philipines. How is health maintained?
Most filipinos adhere too the concept of bahala na, meaning that life is controlled by the will of god and by supernatural forces. If a person behaves properly, shows consideration of others and sensitivity in relationships, fulfills debts and obligations, shows gratitude, and avoids shame, he or she is rewarded with health in this life and eternal life after death. Filipinos believe that illness is a punishment for transgressions against god. Religious medals are worn for protection from evil. Filipinos believe that health is maintained through balance and supernatural elements.
16. What is the name of the tribal population that lives in the isolated mountainous regions of Southeast Asia? a. Hmong b. Tongan c. Cambodian d. Yakuza e. Assam
a. Hmong
Where would you find Spam to be a commonly eaten meat? a. Micronesia b. Hawaii c. Guam d. Tonga e. Malaysia
b. Hawaii
What Southeast Asian group identifies 32 spirits that oversee the 32 organs of the body? a. Cambodians b. Hmong c. Laotians d. Filipinos e. Samoans
b. Hmong
Which of the following is a common beverage for people of Southeast Asia? a. milk b. rice milk c. soy milk d. coconut milk e. almond milk
c. soymilk
What percentage of Filipinos are employed in professional or management careers? a. 50 b. 30 c. 40 d. 10 e. 25
c.) 40
At what age are Hmong children expected to behave as adults? a. 18 b. 13 c. 8 d. 5 e. 10
d. 5
What is the main ingredient in the popular Hawaiian dish lomi-lomi? a. coconut cream b. taro root c. dolphin fish d. salmon e. rice
d. salmon
Filipinos suffer from sudden unexpected nocturnal death syndrome. A.) True B.) False
B.) False
The majority of Americans of Filipino descent are what religion? a. Lutheran b. Protestant c. Roman Catholic d. Islam e. Buddhist
c. Roman Catholic
what is the unique unexplained condition that occurs in southeast asians in the U.S. a. SIDS b. PTSD c. SUNDS d. ADHD e. UNDAH
c. SUNDS
Which of the following is a milk-based dish you might eat in the Philippines? a. lumpias b. bagoong c. leche flan d. adobo e. dinuguan
c. leche flan
What type of dishes are commonly eaten for breakfast and lunch in Thailand? a. soup b. rice bowls c. noodle d. seafood e. fruit
c. noodle
What is the foundation of the diet in Southeast Asia? a. cassava b. noodles c. rice d. soy e. fish
c. rice
In Cambodia, Fish paste is... a. Sweet b. Sour c. Salty d. Balance
c. salty
The diet of Filipinos is lower in fat, saturated fat, and cholesterol than the diets of any of the other southeast asians A.) True B.) False
B.) False
There were more than an estimated 1 million Native Hawaiians in the Hawaiian Islands at the time explorer James Cook discovered them. A.) True B.) False
B.) False
What is the typical communication style of someone from the Pacific Islands? If the client feels the counselor is being judgmental, how might this affect communication?
Samoans expect exceptional politeness in interactions. Showing irritation, anger, or other hostile emotion is considered rude and sign of weakness. When entering a room, samoans walk around to greet each other with a smile and a handshake. Eye contact is expected. Both samoan and Tongans are concerned that all participants in a conversation be at equal level. A reserved conversational style and the desire to maintain harmony may result in some accusatory attitudes regarding lifestyle (especially weight gain)
What is the predominant religion in Cambodia? a. Theravada Buddhism b. Islam c. Taoism d. Roman Catholicism e. Hinduism
a. Theravada Buddhism
Which group of Southeast Asians is most likely to use chopsticks instead of flatware or fingers when eating? a. Vietnamese b. Laotians c. Hmong d. Cambodians e. Malaysians
a. Vietnamese
What are Hmong herbalists called? a. kws tshuaj b. shaman c. compadrazgo d. magic healers e. diviners
a. kws tshuaj
What is the popular noodle-based soup in Vietnam? a. pho b. poi c. cha gio d. piarun e. dan dan
a. pho
Most Southeast Asians, while belonging to one of many religions, also may believe in a. spirits and ghosts b. spirit and possession c. cannibalism of enemies d. diviners e. power healers
a. spirits and ghosts
In Cambodia, Fruits are... a. Sweet b. Sour c. Salty d. Balance
a. sweet
Which cuisine is known as one of the hottest in the world? a. Indonesian b. Thai c. Vietnamese d. Hawaiian e. Guamanian
b. Thai
Religion and medicine were closely linked in Pacific Islander culture. Many traditional practices were dropped due to a. increased availability of trade goods. b. adoption of nonnative faiths. c. electricity. d. television. e. decreases in medicinal plants.
b. adoption of nonnative faiths
What is the Filipino belief meaning that life is controlled by the will of God and by supernatural forces? a. yin and um b. bahala na c. mal aire d. usog e. dab tsog
b. bahala na
What type of sauce is typical in Southeast Asia? a. soy sauce b. fermented fish sauce c. aioli d. sweet and sour sauce e. tangy red sauce
b. fermented fish sauce
What is the Hawaiian name for the fire pit used for traditional cooking? a. adobe b. imu c. haupia d. uma e. oka
b. imu
Which of the following is not a key starch source in the South Pacific diet? a. breadfruit b. soursop c. taro root d. cassava e. yams
b. soursop
One common characteristic shared by Pacific Islanders and Southeast Asians is that they both a. live on similar arid plains with monsoonal rains. b. share similar tropical climates and possibly the same ancestors. c. share same ancestors and mountainous terrains. d. live in same Mediterranean climates and mountainous terrains. e. share similar cultural traditions and cuisine.
b.) Share similar tropical climates in possibly the same ancestors.
What is the typical family size among the Hmong? a. 3.7 members b. 3.1 members c. 6 members d. 4 members e. 8 members
c. 6 members
In what country are you likely to be served French cream-filled pastries? a. Cambodia b. Philippines c. Vietnam d. Laos e. Malaysia
c. Vietnam
What Southeast Asian culture traditionally believes the body is sustained by three separate souls? a. Filipino b. Laotian c. Vietnamese d. Cambodian e. Tongan
c. Vietnamese
What is the taro root paste traditionally eaten in Hawaii? a. lomi-lomi b. pho c. poi d. oka e. poke
c. poi
In Cambodia, Tamarind is... a. Sweet b. Sour c. Salty d. Balance
c. sour
Compadrazgo is kinship extended to friends, neighbors, and fellow workers in what country? a. Vietman b. Cambodia c. Laos d. Philippines e. Samoa
d. Philipines
Which of the following is not one the four regional cooking styles of the Philippines? a. Luzon b. Bicolandia c. Viscayan Islands d. Polynesian e. Mindanao
d. Polynesian
What is the name of a holiday enjoyed in the South Pacific in which the adults wait on the children in the family? a. Children's Day b. Payback Day c. Rainbow Sunday d. White Sunday e. Watanabe Day
d. White Sunday
In Cambodia, bitter herbs are... a. Sweet b. Sour c. Salty d. Balance
d. balance
What is the most popular meat in Australian cuisine? a. lamb b. kangaroo c. wild game d. beef e. chicken
d. beef
Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders are 30% more likely to be diagnosed with _____ than are non-Hispanic whites, and in Hawaii, Native Hawaiian men have the highest mortality rate for all forms of this disease. a. osteoporosis b. hypertension c. obesity d. cancer e. diabetes
d. cancer
For Southeast Asians, which of the following factors promotes health and helps prevent illness? a. imbalance between hot and cold b. malevolent spirits c. yin and yang out of balance d. respect for one's ancestors e. not having accumulated enough merit
d. respect for ones ancestors
Parts of what country are known as the "spice islands"? a. Malaysia b. Thailand c. Singapore d. Indonesia e. Laos
d.) indonesia
Which of the following is not a major Hmong tribe? a. Red Hmong b. Blue Hmong c. Flowery Hmong d. Yellow Hmong e. Black Hmong
d.) yellow Hmong
Which plant used for food was indigenous to the Pacific Islands? a. coconuts b. bananas c. sugar cane d. pineapple e. breadfruit
e. breadfruit
What are the three practices used to produce balance in Filipino culture? a. heating, cooling, and flushing b. cooling, bathing, and protection c. protection, bathing, and clearing d. flushing, protection, and clearing e. heating, protection, and flushing
e. heating, protection, and flushing
Most Laotians have settled in the cities of which U.S. state? a. Minnesota b. Indiana c. Utah d. Idaho e. California
e.) California
Which aspect of their life in Cambodia has it been most difficult for Cambodian Americans to retain in the United States? a. cuisine b. religious beliefs c. health practices d. holiday celebrations e. family structure
e.) family structure
What are the three principles included in Filipino cooking?
first, never cook any food by itself; second, fry with garlic in olive oil or lard; and third, foods should have a sour-cool-salty taste.
the national dessert of both Australia and New Zealand is: a. pavlova b. shepherds pie c. scones d. Anzac biscuits e. beer
pavlova
what is the meaning of emptying your plate versus leaving some food at. the end of a meal in Southeast Asia
throughout mainland Southeast Asia, an empty plate or cup indicates that the diner is still hungry or thirsty. Leaving a small amount of food or beverage signals satiety.
In the Philippines hot and cold theory is a part of the therapeutic use of food. A.) True B.) False
A.) True
People in the Philippines believe illness is transmitted through the power of the evil eye, a process known as usog or tuyaw. A.) True B.) False
A.) True
Cupping, flushing, and coining are traditional healing treatments that are no longer used by Southeast Asians. A.) True B.) False
B.) False
Which islands is part of the Melanesia region of the South Pacific? a. Guam, Kiribati, Nauru, the Marshall Islands b. Hawaii, American Samoa, Tonga, Tahiti c. Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Vanuatu, the Solomon Islands d. Guam, Fiji, Vanuatu, the Marshall Islands e. Hawaii, Philippines, Tahiti, Java, Sumatra
c.) Fiji, Papua New Guinra, Vanuatu, the Solomon Islands
Early male Filipino immigrants to the United States mainland created ________ to replace the family as the primary social structure. a. church groups b. labor groups c. fight clubs d. sports clubs e. social clubs
c.) social clubs