Exploring a Web site: Famous Japanese people

    You've learned how to click on links, scroll pages, and use the return and forward buttons. Now you know the basics. The next thing to do is practice what you've learned.

    Activity

      Read these questions. You can find the answers on the "Famous Personages in Japan" Internet site. Please write your answers on a piece of paper.

      1.

      When is Takuya Kimura's birthday?
      HINT: Takuya Kimura is a musician. He's in a pop group called "SMAP".

      2.

      How old was Kimiko Date when she started playing tennis?
      HINT: Her family name is pronounced "dah-tay". She's a professional tennis player.

      3.

      How tall is Doraemon? How much does he weigh?
      HINT: Doraemon is an animation character. He's on TV and in movies.

      4.

      What is Asahara Shoukou's real name? Where did he go to high school?
      HINT: You'll find his information in the "others" category.

      5.

      Who is your favorite famous Japanese person? Could you find any information about that person?

      6.

      Did you know most of the names of the famous people on that Internet site?
      You can find the answers on the "Famous Personages in Japan" Internet site.