Unit 1
What is "wheelchair" in Japanese?
"Wheelchair" is 「車椅子」.
Has Meg finished her English homework?
Yes, she has.
What does "extinction" mean in Japanese?
"Extinction" means 「絶滅 」.
True or False: Sushi has been popular outside of Japan for many years.
True.
Has Josh ever been to a Paralympic event?
No, he hasn't.
True or False: Haiku have been popular outside of Japan for many years.
True.
Fill in the blanks: It is __________ for us___________ the _______________.
It is important for us to understand the problem.
True or False: Nintendo games have been popular outside of Japan for a long time.
True.
Who is Kamiji Yui?
She is the youngest wheelchair tennis Grand Slam winner.
Since when have haiku been an important part of Japanese culture?
Haiku have been an important part of Japanese culture since the Edo period.
Are gorillas endangered?
Yes, they are.
How do you say, "Tonari no Totoro" in English?
My Neighbor Totoro.
Kunieda Shingo uses wheelchairs made by a company that was established by______________.
Ishii Shigeyuki.
True or False: "Manzai" is a Japanese word that is often used in English.
False.
What does "endangered" mean? Explain in English.
It means an animal is in danger of extinction.
True or False: 7-11 was originally established in Japan.
False.
How many times has Aki been to Hokkaido?
Aki has been to Hokkaido twice.
How long has Akira lived in Wakaba?
Akira has lived in Wakaba for ten years.
What is the IUCN Red List?
The Red List gives information about endangered animals, birds, plants, and so on.
How long has castella been eaten in Japan?
Castella has been eaten in Japan since the 16th century/Sengoku period.