Kyoto, Japan — Questions and answers

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What is Nishiki Market often called?

Choices

  1. Kyoto's Garden.
  2. Kyoto's Kitchen. ✓
  3. Kyoto's Art Gallery.
  4. Kyoto's Playtime.

Answer: Kyoto's Kitchen.

From page 4

What does Hassan's uncle say the word 'Pontocho' means?

Choices

  1. River alley.
  2. Evening lights.
  3. Bridge district. ✓
  4. Starry water.

Answer: Bridge district.

From page 5

What makes the Philosopher's Path particularly beautiful during spring?

Choices

  1. The local artists display their wares.
  2. The tiny frogs appear in the canal.
  3. The cherry blossoms create a delicate pink tunnel. ✓
  4. The water flows very fast.

Answer: The cherry blossoms create a delicate pink tunnel.

From page 6

What did Amara say the tea master meant by 'Every encounter is unique'?

Choices

  1. That you should only meet new people.
  2. That every moment should be cherished. ✓
  3. That tea ceremonies are all different.
  4. That only unique people drink tea.

Answer: That every moment should be cherished.

From page 7

What are the waters of the sacred Otowa Waterfall believed to do?

Choices

  1. Make the maple leaves turn color.
  2. Grant wishes. ✓
  3. Help pilgrims climb the steps faster.
  4. Cool down the city.

Answer: Grant wishes.

From page 9

According to the Travel Fact, what is Kyoto's enduring charm a blend of?

Choices

  1. Only modern streets and buildings.
  2. Ancient traditions and modern life. ✓
  3. Only serene gardens and temples.
  4. Busy markets and quiet hills.

Answer: Ancient traditions and modern life.

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