JPCO1304 EDUCATION SYSTEM

What age group typically attends Kindergarten in Japan?

• 0–2 years old

• 4–5 years old

• 6–7 years old

• 3–6 years old

Why is there an increasing number of children applying for kindergarten in Japan?

• Education is free for all ages

• There is a government mandate

• More parents are working full-time

• Kindergartens offer better food

Which stages of schooling are considered compulsory in Japan?

• Kindergarten and Elementary

• Middle School and High School

• Elementary and Middle School

• High School and University

How many years does a typical undergraduate program last in Japan (excluding special fields)?

• 2 years

• 3 years

• 4 years

• 6 years

What type of education do Colleges of Technology in Japan offer?

• Liberal arts and humanities

• Engineering field

• Primary education

• Foreign languages only

Which of the following is NOT a subject tested in Japan’s University entrance exam?

• Japanese Literature

• Foreign Languages

• Physical Education

• Mathematics

What is the term for students who take a year off to prepare for university after failing the entrance exam?

• Gakusei

• Shain

• Ronin

• Sensei

What must foreign students complete before entering university in Japan?

• A one-month cultural workshop

• Only the JLPT

• 12 years of schooling and a preparatory course

• A two-week study tour

When do most Japanese students begin job hunting?

• After graduation

• During their 1st year

• During their 3rd year

• After getting a master's degree

What is the Japanese term for job hunting by university students?

• Ronin

• Shukatsu

• Juku

• Saakuru