Steve Kaufman's Journey to Learning Japanese

What was the initial reason Steve Kaufman was sent to Hong Kong?

• To work at the Canadian Embassy

• To learn Mandarin Chinese

• To learn Japanese

• To promote Canadian products

What did Steve Kaufman realize about beginner language books?

• They are always very useful

• They contain many expressions not commonly used

• They are the best way to learn a language

• They should be memorized thoroughly

What was Steve's approach to learning Japanese at the language school in Japan?

• He found it very effective and continued for a year

• He realized it was not effective and focused on self-study

• He relied solely on classroom learning

• He focused on grammar rules

How did Steve Kaufman benefit from his colleague Nick Yazaki?

• Nick introduced him to Japanese culture

• Nick repeated things multiple times, aiding Steve's learning

• Nick helped him with pronunciation

• Nick provided him with grammar lessons

What was a key factor in Steve's language improvement while working in Japan?

• Engaging in conversations with colleagues and clients

• Watching Japanese television

• Attending language workshops

• Reading Japanese novels

What did Steve Kaufman discuss with his customer in Nagoya?

• The price of newsprint

• Japanese business strategies

• Philosophy

• Japanese history

How did Steve Kaufman handle unfamiliar Chinese characters while learning Japanese?

• He used a dictionary for each character

• He memorized their Japanese pronunciation

• He pronounced them in Chinese

• He ignored them completely

What technological advancement has made language learning easier according to Steve?

• Online language courses

• Traditional language schools

• Text to speech and digital dictionaries

• Language exchange programs

What does Steve believe about learning multiple languages?

• It is unnecessary for mastering one language

• It confuses the brain

• It improves cognitive abilities and enhances language skills

• It is only beneficial for young learners

What is Steve's overall attitude towards language learning?

• Allow the language to come naturally and trust the brain

• Memorize vocabulary extensively

• Avoid making mistakes at all costs

• Focus on grammar and rules