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Introduction To Japanees Language And The People Question Paper

Introduction To Japanees Language And The People

Course:Certificate In Japanese Language

Institution: Kenyatta University question papers

Exam Year:2007

KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS 2007/2008
CERTIFICATE IN JAPANESE LANGUAGE
AFJ COt: INTRODUCTION TO JAPANESE LANGUAGE AND THE PEOPLE
DATE: THURSDAY, 22NDNOVEMBER 2007
TIME: 8.00 A.M. - 10.00 A.M.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1.
Write all the answers in this paper.
2.
Read the instructions for each task carefully and follow the example when given.
3.
Write your Name and Registration Number in the space provided below.
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NOTE:
This paper contains Four (4) Questions

1.
a)
Explain using examples as to WHY leaning other people's language IS imponaru. (10 points)
b)
With examples, explain the Japanese language modern writing system. (15 points)
2.
a)
Explain the unique features of Japanese culture. (15 points)
b)
Give an outline of the advent of agriculture in Japan (10 points)
3.
Japanese people have been referred at as "work-holies" or "economic animals". Briefly explain why these references seem to be pertinent. (25 points)
4
Explain the conflict between the concepts of GIRl and NINJO. Why has GIRl remained an important element today in social relationships? (25 points)