Japan and Brazil Class Quiz

What does the red circle (Hinomaru) in the Japanese flag symbolize?

• The rebirth of a tree

• The growing tree

• The setting sun

• The rising sun

What are the traditional colors of Japan and what do they represent?

• Red: holiness and purity

  White: benevolence and vitality

• Red: benevolence and vitality

  White: holiness and purity

• Red: Wealth and vitality

  White: holiness and divinity

• Orange: rising sun and rebirth

  Blue: clarity and purity

What do the 27 stars on the Brazilian flag represent?

• The 27 stars represent the states and the Federal District of Brazil.

• The 27 stars indicate the founding fathers of Brazil.

• The 27 stars symbolize the largest cities in Brazil.

• The 27 stars represent the provinces of Brazil.

In Brazilian culture, what cultures is it a mix of?

• Indigenous, African, and European cultures
• Latin American, Scandinavian, and Russian cultures
• North American, Caribbean, and Australian cultures
• Asian, Middle Eastern, and Oceanic cultures

Every year, Brazil celebrates its culture, history, and traditions with its Carnival referred to as?

• Réveillon
• Dia de São João
• Festa Junina
• The Greatest Show on Earth

What traditional Japanese dish that was registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2013?

1. - Utilizing ingredients based on the four seasons

2. - The visual beauty of the dish

3. - Nutritionally balanced composition

4. - Variety of cooking methods

• Sushi
• Ramen
• Tempura
• Washoku

At the start of the year, many people visit shrines or temples to pray for happiness in the coming year, a practice known as what? (tough question) :)

• Omikuji
• Hatsumode
• Shinto Blessing
• Matsuri

Budo, in Japan, refers to the path of human development that involves _ honing one's character, raising one's moral sense, and cultivating an attitude of respect for civility.

• Training the mind

• Technique

• Body as one

• Growing up

In familial relationships, what value does Japan share with Brazil?

• Strong family ties and respect for elders.
• Preference for nuclear family structures only.
• Emphasis on individualism and independence.
• Lack of communication between generations.

What is the main religion in Brazil and what percentage of Brazil's population identify as this religion?

• Islam, approximately 15% identify as Muslim.
• Buddhism, approximately 30% identify as Buddhist.
• Christianity, approximately 50% identify as Roman Catholic.
• Hinduism, approximately 20% identify as Hindu.