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Children troop through train cars, ____ or in small groups.
singly
They wear knee socks, ___ jumpers, and hats fastened under their chins.
pl_id
His parents were ____ at first, but they felt he was old enough.
appr_hensive
Dwayne Dixon is a cultural ___ who has studied growing up in Japan.
anthr_pologist
A culture of walking and ___ use fosters safety.
tr_nsit
A culture of walking and transit use foster the ____ of safety.
perc_ption
People are ____ to walking everywhere.
acc_stomed
Drivers are used to ___ to pedestrians and cyclists.
y_elding
Others are ____ by the sense of trust and cooperation that occurs.
intr_gued
What is a common sight on Japanese mass transit?
Children traveling alone or in small groups.
How old are the children who travel alone in Japan?
six or seven!!
What are the reasons that Kaito's parents felt comfortable?
The trains are safe, reliable, and easy to navigate.
What is "group reliance?"
Children learn to depend on the community for help.
How do Japanese schools reinforce the idea of responsibility?
Students take turns cleaning and serving lunch.
Why do Japanese children take pride in keeping shared spaces clean?
Because they are responsible for cleaning up.
What role does Japan's low crime rate play in parents' decisions?
It makes parents feel more comfortable.
How does the design of Japanese cities contribute to children's safety?
Public spaces have slow traffic and lots of walking areas.
Why might Kaito's mom feel differently about letting a child ride the subway in Tokyo?
She believes that Tokyo is safer.
How does trust and cooperation help children become independent?
The children learn that they can trust others to help them.
What are two examples of transit?
Train. Bus.