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In what person point of view did the author write this article?
The first person point of view.
Where did the austronesian people originate from?
Taiwan
Scientists all agree that people speaking Austronesian languages started out from Taiwan and settled the Philippines around 4,000 years ago. They used sails as early as 2,000 years ago. Together with other maritime technologies, this allowed them to disperse to the islands of the Indo-Pacific ocean.
Why did the Xinmei villagers open the Danayiku Nature Ecological Park to the public?
They decided to put a stop to unsustainable hunting practices.
What kind of fish is the river in Danayiku home to?
carp(鯉魚)
What did people outside the Tsou community do to cause carp numbers to drop dramatically?
They used to catch the fish by putting poison in the water or using electricity.
How many officially recognized indigenous tribes are there in Taiwan?
Name as many as you can: 200pts for each
16
Amis(阿美), Atayal(泰雅), Paiwan(排灣), Bunun(布農), Puyuma(卑南), Rukai(魯凱), Tsou(鄒), Saisiyat(賽夏), Yami(達悟), Thao(邵), Kavalan(噶瑪蘭), Truku(太魯閣), Sakizaya(撒奇萊雅), Sediq(賽德克 ), Hla'alua(拉阿魯哇) and Kanakanavu(卡那卡那富)
What might be the name of the poison used to kill the fish in Danayiku? 2ans.
A. Rotenone
B. Amacris
C. Luseonutic
D. Ciguatera
E. Amanita phalloides
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B,C: These do not exist
E: The most dangerous mushroom and the cause of the majority of fatal poisonings.
Which members of the the Tsou community take turns doing different roles to keep the park running?
All of them
Which month did the author visit Danayiku?
November
Question on slide 84
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The Tsou people refer to themselves as "Tsou." What does "Tsou" mean?
It generally signifies "human" or "people" in their own language, reflecting their identity as a distinct group. In some interpretations, "Tsou" can be translated to mean "the people" or "the humans" within their cultural and linguistic context.
During what time of the year can you enjoy barbecued food while sitting in the water?
Between March and October
Where does rectangular pizza come from?
It was developed during the mid-20th century in Detroit, Michigan
Riddle: I have no life, but I can die. What am I?
A battery.
The Tsou people are an indigenous group known for their traditional economy, which includes agriculture, fishery, hunting, and gathering. Their main crops are foxtail millet, upland rice, sweet potatoes, and taro, which they cultivate through traditional farming methods. In addition to these crops, the Tsou people rely on hunting for their protein sources. Wild boars, sambar deer (Rusa unicolor), and goats provide the primary sources of meat, while birds and fish serve as secondary protein sources.
In recent years, tourism has brought economic changes to the Tsou people. The development of the Tanayiku Natural Ecological Park and the establishment of mountain villas and guesthouses have led to a growing service industry within the tribe. With increasing market influence, the Tsou have also started cultivating new crops such as Japanese horseradish (Eutrema japonicum), high-mountain tea, jelly fig (Ficus pumila), and peaches to adapt to the changing economy.
One of the Tsou people's traditional delicacies is Cuo bamboo tube rice. To prepare this dish, glutinous rice is first soaked in water, then placed inside a Makino bamboo tube and roasted. The bamboo tube not only prevents the rice from burning but also infuses the rice with a special aroma due to the moisture from the bamboo. Historically, hunters would bring multiple bamboo tubes on their trips into the mountains, using them to cook and enjoy meals in the forest. Why do hunters use bamboo tubes when hunting in the mountains?
Hunters use bamboo tubes to cook and store their food during their trips in the mountains, as the tubes help prevent the rice from burning and add flavor.
Question on slide 82
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Riddle: The first two letters signify a male, the first three letters signify a female, the first four letters signify a great, while the entire world signifies a great woman. What is the word?
Heroine
Question on slide 76
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What is the myth behind the marigold(萬壽菊)flower?
Hint: death
Marigolds are thought to attract the souls of the dead to the ofrendas* prepared for them. Families will often scatter marigold petals forming a path from their front doors to the ofrenda waiting within the home.
*ofrenda: A day when people who have died are remembered.
Question on slide 78
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Riddle: What is seen in the middle of March and April that can’t be seen at the beginning or end of either month?
The letter 'r'
Traditionally, the Tsou people built the kuba (assembly hall), emo (family house), and shed with wood, bamboo, and thatch. Today, most family houses are built with reinforced concrete or steel structures, although traditional construction methods are still used. The kuba (assembly hall) is the center for the Tsou people to disseminate politics, education, and culture.
◎ Kuba (Assembly Hall) The Tsou people call the assembly hall the “Kuba”. It is an elevated building with guardrails for males to learn culture, knowledge, and hunting and combat skills. Columns are primarily made of birch and cedar, the floor is made of cedar plank and bamboo, and the roof is made of thatch. The Tsou people also grow the tallow flowered dendrobium (Dendrobium clavatum) by and atop the assembly hall. It is the ethnic flower for the heavenly god to recognize the Tsou people.
◎ Emo (Family house) The Tsou people build the family house with bamboo and thatch in a rectangular or oval shape. The central fireplace (stove) is the center of the house. There are racks on the upper side for storing articles and pelts. Space in the family house symbolizes both genders. The door facing east is the front door for use by men, and the door facing west is the back door for use by women. The front yard symbolizing men is the storage for firewood and animal bones and the place for drying grains and holding rituals. The backyard symbolizing women holds the chicken or pig sheds, and is the living space for women.
Based on the passage, what are the key differences between the traditional roles and spaces associated with the Tsou people's kuba (assembly hall) and emo (family house)?
A) The kuba is where men learn cultural knowledge and skills, while the emo is where women live and store items like firewood and animal bones.
B) The kuba is primarily used for cooking and family rituals, while the emo serves as an educational center for men.
C) The kuba is an elevated structure made of bamboo and thatch, while the emo is a rectangular or oval building made of reinforced concrete and steel.
D) The kuba is used by all members of the community for political and cultural discussions, while the emo is used as a communal storage space for food and household items.
The correct answer is A, as the passage describes the kuba as a space where men learn cultural knowledge, hunting, and combat skills, while the emo is a family house where specific spaces and roles are divided according to gender, with men’s activities focused on the front yard and women’s on the back yard.
What is the Mayasvi(瑪雅維) Ceremony of the Tsou tribe?
The Mayasvi is the holiest of all the religious ceremonies of the Tsou tribe. In the early years, it was held before a battle or hunt; today, it is held annually in February and is alternately organized by the communities of Dabang and Tefuye in Chiayi County. The ceremony is held at the tribal gathering house for men (Kupah).
Questions on slide 80
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How many times did the singer mention the word “Stonehenge” in the song “Stonehenge” ?
11 times