Questions & Quick Responses - Part B:F - Giving Reasons

Why are you (taking this test)?

• I'm taking it because I have to.

• I want to know what my level is.

• I like taking test.

• All answers are correct.

Why are more Japanese (traveling abroad)?

• Japanese travels a lot.

• It's become fashionable to travel overseas.

• Japanese like traveling to abroad to experience new cultures.

• All answers are correct.

Why did you decide to (major in law)?

• Because I wanted to be a lawyer.

• My parents thought it would be a good idea.

• I've always been interested in law.

• All answers are correct.

Why do you think (smart phones) are so popular?

• Because they have many functions we can use for work or entertainment.

• Because they can do many thing and they are like a new toys.

• Because a smart phone is a cell phone, computer, and media player all in one device.

• All answers are correct.

Why don't you take a (long holiday)?

• I don't have enough money.

• Because I can't get the time off work.

• I have to take care of my elderly parents.

• All answers are correct.

Why don't people use (first names) in Japan?

• Because it is considered rude.

• Actually, they do use first names, but only with friends or family.

• First name are never used.

• All answers are correct.

Why is ("Omiai") common?

• There are too many commonly people.

• Because going on date is not preferred.

• It's an easy way to meet.

• All answers are correct.

Why is it that Japanese people wear black clothes to weddings?

• People feel black is suitable for such formal occasions.

• Because they are Japanese.

• Japanese feel black is more comfortable during spring and summer wedding.

• All answers are correct.

Why do Japanese people (work such long hours)?

• It's necessary because there is so much work.

• I think it's because they are Japanese.

• Working long is Japanese way.

• All answers are correct.

Why do so many people (wear masks in spring)?

• Because Halloween is held in spring in Japan.

• Recently, wearing mask is fashionable in spring.

• It's because they suffer from hay fever.

• All answers are correct.