マイチューターの英語4技能対策

Lesson 52　　 Technology and Electronics

Topic Question: “What are some Japanese technology companies that are famous worldwide?”

▮ Try Answering the Question Yourself
Think about Japanese technology companies you know. Consider what products or services they offer that have gained international recognition.

▮ Sample Answer

“Sony, Panasonic, and Nintendo are famous Japanese technology companies worldwide. Sony is known for its electronics and entertainment, Panasonic for home appliances and electronics, and Nintendo for video games.”

▮ Words to Learn and Their Meanings about Sample Answer

1. Electronics (電子機器): Devices or systems that operate using the flow of electrons, such as computers or televisions.
2. Entertainment (エンターテインメント): Activities or products designed to amuse or enjoy, such as movies or music.
3. Home appliances (家電製品): Electrical machines used in households, like refrigerators or washing machines.
4. Video games (ビデオゲーム): Electronic games played by interacting with a user interface to generate visual feedback on a two- or three-dimensional video display device.
5. Recognized (認識された): Known or acknowledged widely.

▮ Answer the Instructor’s 3 Questions Based on the Sample Answer

1. Can you name some Japanese technology companies known worldwide?
2. What is Sony known for?
3. What distinguishes Nintendo in the global market?

▮ Mastering Middle School English Grammar:

work/working go/going do/doing

Work/go/be, etc. (base form)

We use the base form w ith will /can/must, etc.:

Anna will be here soon.
Shall I open the window ?
I might call you later.
May I sit here?
I can’t meet you tomorrow.
Could you p ass the salt, please?
It’s la te. You must be tired.
You shouldn’t work so hard.
Would you li ke some coffee?

We use the base form with do/does/did:

Do you work?
They don’t work very hard.
Helen doesn’t know many people.
How much does it cost?
What time did the train leave?
We didn’t sleep well.

to work / to go / to be, etc. (infinitive)

I’m going to play tennis tomorrow.
What are you going to do?
I have to go now.
Everybody has to eat.
Do you want to go out?
They don’t want to come with us.
I’d like to talk to you.
Would you like to go out?
Dave used to work in a factory.

working/ going/playing, etc.

Please be quiet. I’m working.
Tom isn’t working today.
What time are you going out?
It was raining, so we didn’t go out.
What were you doing when the phone rang?

Example Sentences Based on the Grammar Practice and Sample Answer:

1. Sony will launch a new game console next year.
2. Can Panasonic continue to innovate in home appliances?
3. I’m going to buy the latest model of Sony’s camera tomorrow.

Make Sentences Based on the Above Example Sentences Yourself:

Lesson 51　　 Automotive Industry

Topic Question: Why are Japanese Cars Known for Their Quality and Innovation?

▮ Try Answering the Question Yourself
Consider what makes Japanese cars stand out in terms of quality and innovation. Think about their design, technology, and manufacturing processes.

▮ Sample Answer

“Japanese cars are known for their quality and innovation due to their advanced technology, reliable manufacturing processes, and attention to detail. These cars often feature cutting-edge safety features, fuel efficiency, and durability, making them popular worldwide.”

▮ Words to Learn and Their Meanings about Sample Answer

1. Advanced technology (先進技術): Highly developed technical innovations used in processes or products.
2. Reliable (信頼できる): Capable of being trusted to do or provide what is needed or promised.
3. Manufacturing processes (製造工程): The methods and steps taken to produce goods from raw materials.
4. Safety features (安全機能): Components or systems designed to prevent accidents or injuries.
5. Durability (耐久性): The ability of a product to remain functional and maintain its appearance over time without breaking or deteriorating.

▮ Answer the Instructor’s 3 Questions Based on the Sample Answer

1. Why are Japanese cars considered reliable?
2. What kind of technology is used in Japanese cars?
3. How do safety features and durability contribute to the popularity of Japanese cars?

▮ Mastering Middle School English Grammar:

She said that… 　　He told me that…

Present
I’m en1oy1ng my new job.
My father isn’t very happy.

Past
Diane said that she was enjoying her new job.
She said that her father wasn’t very happy.

Present
We’re going to buy a house.

Past
Sarah and Tim said that they were going to buy a house.

Present
I have to leave early.
My sister has gone to Australia.

Past
Peter said that he had to leave early.
He said that his sister had gone to Australia.

say and tell

say（→said)
●　He said that he was tired.
　　(not He said me)
●　 What did she say to you?
　　　(not say you)
We say he said to me, I said to Ann, etc.
but not “he said me,”” l said Ann.”

tell（→told)

● He told me that he was tired.
　　(not He told that)
● What did she tell you?
　　(not tell to you)
We say he told me, I told Ann, etc.
but not l “he told to me,” “I told to Ann.”

Example Sentences Based on the Grammar Practice and Sample Answer:

1. Using ‘said’ in past tense:
   After visiting Japan, Martin said that he was amazed by the advanced technology used in Japanese cars. He mentioned how this technology contributes to their quality and innovation.
2. Using ‘told’ in past tense:
   Julia told me that she had read about the reliable manufacturing processes of Japanese cars. She was impressed by the attention to detail that ensures their durability and fuel efficiency.
3. Combining information with ‘say’ and ‘tell’:
   My brother said that the safety features of Japanese cars are what make them stand out globally. He told me that after researching, he found that these cars often come equipped with cutting-edge technology that is not only innovative but also prioritizes the safety of the driver and passengers.

Make Sentences Based on the Above Example Sentences Yourself:

Lesson 50　　End of Year Parties (Bonenkai)

Topic Question: What is the purpose of end-of-year parties, and what typically happens during one?

▮　Try Answering the Question Yourself
Think about the reasons people celebrate at the end of the year and the common activities or traditions that take place during these parties.

Sample Answer

“End-of-year parties, often known as ‘Bonenkai’ in Japan, are held to forget the troubles of the past year and prepare for a new beginning. These gatherings typically involve colleagues, friends, or family members and feature eating, drinking, and sometimes karaoke or games. It’s a time for reflection, gratitude, and strengthening bonds for the upcoming year.”

▮　Words to Learn and Their Meanings about Sample Answer
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1. Forget (忘れる): To fail to remember.
2. Troubles (悩み): Problems or difficulties.
3. Reflection (反省): Serious thought or consideration.
4. Gratitude (感謝): The quality of being thankful.
5. Strengthening bonds (絆を強化する): Making relationships stronger.

▮　Answer the Instructor’s 3 Questions Based on the Sample Answer

1. What is the main purpose of holding end-of-year parties?
2. How do participants at these parties typically forget their past year’s troubles?
3. What activities are common at end-of-year parties?

▮　Mastering Middle School English Grammar: Embedded Questions

Do you know where… ?
I don’t know what…, etc.

We say: Where is Paula?

but Do you know where Paula is ?
(not Do you know where is Paula?)

In the same way we say:
I know where Paula is.
I don’t know

Can you tell me where Paula is ?

Questions with do/ does/ did (simple present and simple past)
Where does he live ?
but Do you know where he lives ? (not Do you know where does he live?)

Questions beginning Is… ? / Do… ? / Can… ?, etc. (yes/no questions)

You can use if or whether in these sencences:

●　Do you know if they’ve got a car? or Do you know whether they’ve got a car?
● 　I don’t know if anybody saw me. or I don’t know whether anybody saw me.

Example Sentences Based on the Grammar Practice and Sample Answer:

1. Do you know where most end-of-year parties are held? (Most end-of-year parties are held at restaurants or event spaces.)
2. I don’t know what the best food is for an end-of-year party. Can you suggest something? (Common foods at these parties might include shared platters or traditional dishes.)
3. Can you tell me whether karaoke is a popular activity at these gatherings? (Yes, karaoke is often a popular activity at end-of-year parties.)

Make Sentences Based on the Above Example Sentences Yourself:

Lesson 49　　Obon Festival

Topic Question: Can you explain what Obon is and how it is observed?

▮　Try Answering the Question Yourself
Think about what you know or might have heard about Obon, its cultural significance, and the ways it is celebrated in Japan.

Sample Answer

“Obon is a Buddhist event observed in Japan to honor the spirits of ancestors. It typically takes place in mid-August and is marked by various rituals such as visiting family graves, cleaning the gravesites, and offering food and prayers. Lanterns are hung outside houses to guide spirits, and a dance known as ‘Bon Odori’ is performed. The festival ends with the floating of lanterns on rivers or the sea, symbolizing the ancestors’ return to the spirit world.”

▮　 Words to Learn and Their Meanings about Sample Answer
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1. Ancestors (祖先): Family members from past generations.
2. Rituals (儀式): Established procedures for a religious or other ceremony.
3. Gravesites (墓地): Places where people are buried.
4. Lanterns (提灯): Light sources traditionally made of paper and bamboo.
5. Spirit world (霊界): A supernatural realm of spirits or ancestors.

▮　Answer the Instructor’s 3 Questions Based on the Sample Answer

1. What is the purpose of Obon in Japan?
2. How do people prepare for the spirits’ visit during Obon?
3. What symbolizes the ancestors’ return to the spirit world at the end of Obon?

▮　Mastering Middle School English Grammar

How long does it take…?

How long does it take to get from … to … ?

●　How long does it take to get from Los Angeles to New York by train?
●　It takes several days to get from Los Angeles to New York by train.
●　How long does it take to get from your house co the airport by car?
●　It takes ten minutes to get from my house co the airport by car.

How long does it take you to do something?

●　How long will it take me to learn to drive?
●　It takes Tom 20 minutes to get to work in the mornmg.
●　It took us an hour to do the shopping.
●　Did it take you a long time to find a job?

Example Sentences Based on the Grammar Practice and Sample Answer:

1. How long does it take to prepare the food offerings for Obon? (It takes several hours to prepare the food offerings for Obon.)
2. How long does the Bon Odori dance last during Obon celebrations? (The Bon Odori dance can last for a few hours during Obon celebrations.)
3. How long does it take for the lanterns to float away and symbolize the return of the spirits? (It takes a short while for the lanterns to float away, symbolizing the spirits’ return to the spirit world.)

Make Sentences Based on the Above Example Sentences Yourself:

Lesson 48　　New Year Celebrations (Shogatsu)

Topic Question: What are some customs or traditions for New Year in Japan?

▮　Try Answering the Question Yourself
Consider what unique practices, foods, or events are associated with celebrating the New Year in Japan.

Sample Answer

“In Japan, New Year is celebrated with unique customs like visiting shrines for Hatsumode, eating special food such as Osechi-ryori, sending New Year’s cards known as Nengajo, and the ringing of temple bells 108 times at midnight to cleanse away sins. Families also enjoy Mochitsuki, the pounding of rice to make mochi.”

▮　 Words to Learn and Their Meanings about Sample Answer
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1. Shrines (神社): Sacred places for Shinto worship.
2. Osechi-ryori (おせち料理): Traditional Japanese New Year food, served in special boxes called Jubako.
3. Nengajo (年賀状): New Year’s greeting cards sent to friends and family.
4. Sins (罪): Acts believed to violate moral or divine law.
5. Mochitsuki (餅つき): The traditional Japanese event of pounding steamed rice to make mochi (rice cakes).

▮　Answer the Instructor’s 3 Questions Based on the Sample Answer

1. What special foods are eaten during New Year in Japan?
2. Which tradition involves visiting sacred places at the beginning of the year?
3. How do Japanese people cleanse away sins at New Year’s Eve?

▮　Mastering Middle School English Grammar: Questions

What… ? 　Which…? 　How… ?
(questions 4)

What + noun (What color … ? / What kind … ?, etc.)
● What color is your car？ 　●　What color are your eyes?
● What size is this shirt? 　● What nationality is she?

What without a noun:
● What’s your favorite color?
● What do you want to do tonight?

Which + noun (things or people):
● Which train did you catch – the 9:50 or the 10:30?
● Which doctor did you see – Doctor Lopez, Doctor Gray, or Doctor Hill’

We use which without a noun for things, not people:
● Which is bigger – Canada or Australia?

● What color are his eyes? (not Which color?)
　　Which color do you prefer, pink or yellow?
　　What is the longest river in the world?
　　Which is the longest river – the Mississippi, the Amazon, or the Nile?

How…?

● ‘How was the party last night? ” “It was great.”
● How do you get cowork? ” “By bus.”

Example Sentences Based on the Grammar Practice and Sample Answer:

1. What color are the envelopes used for Nengajo? (The envelopes are usually white or have traditional designs.)
2. Which is more popular for the first visit of the year, temples or shrines? (Shrines are more popular for Hatsumode, the first visit of the year.)
3. How do families participate in Mochitsuki? (Families take turns pounding the rice and shaping the mochi.)

Make Sentences Based on the Above Example Sentences Yourself:

Lesson 47　　Kimono and Traditional Dress

Topic Question: On what occasions do Japanese people wear kimonos?

▮　Try Answering the Question Yourself
Think about different events and ceremonies in Japan where kimonos might be worn. Consider both traditional and modern contexts.

Sample Answer

“Japanese people wear kimonos on various special occasions like weddings, tea ceremonies, festivals, Coming of Age Day, and New Year’s celebrations. Kimonos represent traditional Japanese culture and are chosen based on the season, event, and wearer’s age and marital status.”

▮　5 Words to Learn and Their Meanings about Sample Answer
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1. Weddings (結婚式): Ceremonies where two people are united in marriage.
2. Tea ceremonies (茶道): Traditional rituals in Japan for preparing and presenting matcha (powdered green tea).
3. Festivals (祭り): Public celebrations or gatherings, often with historical or cultural significance.
4. Season (季節): One of the four periods of the year (spring, summer, autumn, winter), each with its own characteristic weather conditions.
5. Marital status (婚姻状況): The legal standing of being married or unmarried.

▮　Answer the Instructor’s 3 Questions Based on the Sample Answer

1. What are some occasions when kimonos are traditionally worn in Japan?
2. How does the choice of kimono vary?
3. Why are kimonos significant in Japanese culture?

▮　Mastering Middle School English Grammar:

Who is she talking to? What is it like?
(questions 3)

In questions beginning Who … ? / What … ? / Where … ? / Which … ?, prepositions
(to/from/with, etc.) usually go at the end:

● ‘Where are you from?” ‘I’m from Thailand “
● “Jack was afraid.” “What was he afraid of
● “Who do these books belong to?” “They’re mine.”
● “Tom’s father is in the hospital.” “Which hospital is he in?”
● “ Kate is going on vacation.” “Who with?”/ “Who is she going with?”

What’s it like?/ What are they like?, etc.

When we say “What is it like?,” like is a preposi1io11. lt is not the verb like (Do you like
your new house?).

●　A: There’s a new restaurant near my house.
　　B: What’s it like? Is it good?
　　A: I don’t know. I haven’t eaten there yet.

●　A: Did you have a good vacation? What was the weather like’
　　B: It was great. It was sunny every day.

Example Sentences Based on the Grammar Practice and Sample Answer:

1. Which festivals do people wear kimonos at? (People wear kimonos at traditional Japanese festivals.)
2. What is it like to wear a kimono? (Wearing a kimono feels special and connects one to Japanese traditions.)
3. Who decides which kimono to wear for a wedding? (The person wearing the kimono or a stylist may decide, based on tradition and personal preference.)

Make Sentences Based on the Above Example Sentences Yourself:

Lesson 46 　　Children’s Day (Kodomo no Hi)

Topic Question: How do families in Japan celebrate Children’s Day?

▮　Try Answering the Question Yourself
Think about what you know or might imagine about Children’s Day in Japan. Consider the symbols, activities, and the purpose of this celebration.

Sample Answer

“Families in Japan celebrate Children’s Day by flying carp-shaped kites called ‘koinobori’, displaying samurai dolls to inspire strength, and eating special foods like ‘kashiwa-mochi’. It’s a day to respect children’s personalities and to wish for their happiness and health.”

▮　5 Words to Learn and Their Meanings about Sample Answer
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1. Carp (鯉): A type of fish, often used symbolically in Japan.
2. Kites (凧): Lightweight frames covered with paper or cloth, designed to be flown in the wind at the end of a long string.
3. Samurai (侍): Members of the premodern Japanese warrior class.
4. Strength (強さ): The quality or state of being strong, in terms of physical power or resistance.
5. Happiness (幸福): The state of being happy, feeling or showing pleasure or contentment.

▮　Answer the Instructor’s 3 Questions Based on the Sample Answer

1. What are koinobori and why are they important for Children’s Day?
2. What does the display of samurai dolls signify?
3. What special foods are associated with Children’s Day?

▮　Mastering Middle School English Grammar

Who saw you? Who did you see?
(questions 2)

In these questions, who/what is the subject:

●　Who lives in this house? (= somebody lives in it – who?)
　　(not Who does live?)

●　What happened? (= something happened – what?)
　　(not What did happen?)

●　What’s happening? (What’s = What is)

● Who’s got my keys? (Who’s = Who has)

In these questions, who/what is the object:

● Who did you meet yesterday'(= you met somebody – who’)

● What did Paul say? (= Paul said something – what?)

● Who are you calling?

● What was Sylvia wearing?

Compare:

● George likes oranges. →　Who likes oranges? – George.
　　　　　　　　　　　　　 What does George like? – Oranges.
● Jane won a new car. →　 Who won a new car’- Jane.
　　　　　　　　　　　　What did Jane win? – A new car.

Example Sentences Based on the Grammar Practice and Sample Answer:

1. Who flies the carp-shaped kites during Children’s Day? (Children and families do.)
2. What did you see displayed in homes on Children’s Day? (I saw samurai dolls and koinobori.)
3. Who enjoys eating kashiwa-mochi on this special day? (Children and their families enjoy it.)

Make Sentences Based on the Above Example Sentences Yourself:

Lesson 45　　Coming of Age Day (Seijin Shiki)

Topic Question: What happens during the Coming of Age Day celebration in Japan?

▮　Try Answering the Question Yourself
Think about the significance of the Coming of Age Day in Japan. What are the customs, activities, and feelings associated with this day?

Sample Answer

“The Coming of Age Day is a Japanese holiday where 20-year-olds celebrate reaching adulthood. They often wear traditional attire like kimonos, attend official ceremonies, and enjoy parties with family and friends. It’s a day of pride and reflection.”

▮　5 Words to Learn and Their Meanings about Sample Answer
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1. Holiday (祝日): A day of celebration or remembrance, officially recognized and often not a workday.
2. Attire (服装): Clothes, especially of a particular or formal type.
3. Ceremonies (式典): Formal events, often public, performed on special occasions.
4. Pride (誇り): A feeling of deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one’s own achievements.
5. Reflection (反省): Serious thought or consideration.

▮　Answer the Instructor’s 3 Questions Based on the Sample Answer

1. What is the Coming of Age Day?
2. What do 20-year-olds wear on this day?
3. What feelings do they experience during the celebration?

▮　Mastering Middle School English Grammar

is it…? have you…? do they… ?, etc.
(questions 1)

In questions, the first verb (is/are/have, etc.) is before the subject:

Remember: the subject is after the first verb.

●　Where has David gone? (not Where has gone David?)
●　Are those people waiting for something? (not Are waiting … ?)
●　When was the telephone invented? (not When was invented … ?)

do … ? / does …? / did … ?

Why isn’t … ? / Why don’t … ?, etc. (Why + negative ):
●　Where’s John? Why isn’t he here? (not Why he isn’t here?)
●　Why can’t Paula come to the meeting tomorrow? (not Why Paula can’t … ?)
●　Why didn’t you call me last night?

3 Example Sentences Based on the Sample Answer and Grammar practice:

1. Is it common for all 20-year-olds to participate in the Coming of Age Day ceremonies?
2. Have you ever attended a Coming of Age Day ceremony?
3. Do they wear kimonos only during the official ceremonies, or do they wear them to parties as well?

Make Sentences Based on the Above Example Sentences Yourself:

Lesson 44　　Funeral Rites

Topic Question: “What are some unique aspects of Japanese funeral rites?”

▮　Try Answering the Question Yourself

Japanese funeral rites are deeply rooted in Buddhist and Shinto traditions. They often involve multiple ceremonies that span several days, including a wake (tsuya), a funeral service, cremation, and the gathering for the reading of the will. Unique aspects include the koden (condolence money), the wearing of specific mourning clothes, and the custom of kotsuage, where family members pick up bones from the ashes with chopsticks, placing them in the urn.

Sample Answer

“Japanese funeral rites are deeply respectful, focusing on the family’s farewell and the soul’s peaceful transition. Unlike many Western funerals, they don’t typically involve embalming. The bereaved often wear white, not black, and cremation is chosen over burial. Koden, condolence money, is given, not flowers.”

▮　Words to Learn and Their Meanings
Condolence (哀悼): An expression of sympathy, especially on the occasion of a death.
Cremation (火葬): The disposal of a dead person’s body by burning it to ashes.
Bereaved (遺族): Deprived of a close relation or friend through their death.
Embalming (遺体保存処置): The process of preserving a body after death.

▮　Answer the Instructor’s Questions Based on the Sample Answer
1. How do Japanese funeral rites differ from those in the West?

2. What unique practice is involved in Japanese funerals that isn’t found in many other cultures?

▮　Mastering Middle School English Grammar

isn’t, haven’t, don’t, etc. (negatives)

I want to go out.　　　　　 →　I don’t want to go out.
They work hard.　 　　　　　→ They don’t work hard
Liz plays the guitar.　　 　→　Liz doesn’t play the guitar
My father likes his job.　　→　My father doesn’t like his job.
I got up early this morning.→　I didn’t get up early this morning.
They worked hard yesterday.　→　They didn’t work hard yesterday.
We played tennis.　　　　 　→　We didn’t play tennis.
Diane had dinner with us.　→　Diane didn’t have dinner with us.

Sometimes do is the main verb (don’t do / doesn’t do / didn’t do):

Do something! →　Don’t do anything!
Sue does a lot on weekends.　　 →　Sue doesn’t do much on weekends.
I did what you said.　　　　　　→ I didn’t do what you said.

▮　Practice Creating Sentences
Try creating sentences based on what you’ve learned about Japanese funeral rites. Use negatives to highlight unique aspects.

“In Japan, the family doesn’t wear black to the funeral; they wear white.”
“Japanese funerals don’t usually involve embalming.

Make Sentences Based on the Above Example Sentences Yourself:

Lesson 43　　Traditional Weddings

Topic Question: “Can you tell me about traditional Japanese wedding ceremonies?”

▮　Try Answering the Question Yourself
Consider what you know or have heard about Japanese wedding traditions. How do they compare to wedding ceremonies in other cultures?

Sample Answer

“Traditional Japanese weddings are unique. They include ceremonies like the San-San-Kudo, wearing kimonos, and exchanging symbolic gifts. These rituals celebrate the union of families and honor ancestral traditions. They’re deeply meaningful.”

▮　Words to Learn and Their Meanings about Sample Answer
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1. Unique (ユニークな): Being the only one of its kind; unlike anything else.
2. Ceremonies (式典): Formal religious or public occasions, typically celebrating a particular event.
3. Rituals (儀式): A series of actions performed according to a prescribed order.
4. Union (結合): The act of joining two or more things together.
5. Ancestral (先祖の): Relating to or inherited from ancestors.

▮　Answer the Instructor’s Questions Based on the Sample Answer

1. What are some key elements of a traditional Japanese wedding?
2. How do traditional Japanese weddings celebrate the union of families?
3. Can you explain the significance of the San-San-Kudo ceremony?

▮　Mastering Middle School English Grammar:

too/either so am I / neither do I, etc.

Too and either

We use too and either at the end of a sentence.

We use too after a positi11e verb:
●　A: I’m happy.
　　B: I’m happy, too.

●　Jane is a doctor. Her husband is a doctor, too.

We use either after a negative verb:
● A: I’m not happy.
　 B: I’m not happy, either. (not I’m not…, too.)

●　Bill doesn’t watch TV He doesn’t read newspapers, either.

so am I I neither do I, etc.

so am I = I am, too
so have I= I have, too (etc.):
● A: I ‘m working.
　 B: So am I. (= I’m,vorking, too)
● A: I was late for work today.
　 B: So was Sam. (= Sam was late, coo)

neither am I = I’m not, either
neither can I = I can’c, either (etc.):

● A: I haven’t been to China
　 B: Neither have I. (= I haven’t, either)
● A: Kate can’t cook.
　 B: Neither can Tom.
(= Tom can’t, either)

▮　Activity: Create Your Sentences
Using the grammar focus, create sentences related to traditional Japanese weddings or any cultural ceremony you find interesting.

“I admire the beauty of traditional Japanese weddings, too.”
“I haven’t participated in a tea ceremony, and my friend hasn’t either.”
“My family values cultural traditions. So does theirs.”

Make Sentences Based on the Above Example Sentences Yourself: