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Give students 3 minutes to skim the reading and 7 minutes to solve all 8 questions.

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Read the short Tokyo passage smoothly first without stopping to translate every single word.

Answer the 8 practice tasks step-by-step and double-check your answers with the text evidence.

Unit 3 • 12 Mins

Finding the Way in Tokyo

Level: A2 English

Here are some ideas for visitors who want to find their way. Most streets in Tokyo do not have names! So how do people find places? They use landmarks. A landmark is something that is easy to see. For example, people look for big buildings, shops and stations. If you get lost, you can look for a koban. A koban is a small police box. The police officers there give directions and can draw a map for you. Shibuya Crossing is a famous crossing, and many people cross it at the same time. Outside Shibuya Station, you will also find the statue of Hachiko, a dog. It is a famous place to meet friends.

Reading length: 114 words • Topic: Tokyo wayfinding & urban landmarks

Essential Word Bank

1. landmark 🔊

An easy-to-see building or place that helps you know where you are.

"Turn left after the big red landmark."

2. koban 🔊

A small Japanese police box.

"Let's ask for directions at the koban."

3. crossing 🔊

A place where people walk across the street.

"Wait at the crossing until the light is green."

4. statue 🔊

A model of an animal or person made from stone or metal.

"Meet me near the dog statue at noon."

PRACTICE

8 Comprehension Questions

01 True or False

Most streets in Tokyo have official street names.

____ True ____ False

02 True or False

Police officers at a koban can draw a map to help you find your way.

____ True ____ False

03 Multiple Choice

How do people typically navigate and find their way in Tokyo?

____ a. They read street signs placed at every street corner. ____ b. They look for landmarks like big buildings and stations. ____ c. They follow colored numbers painted onto the sidewalks.

04 Multiple Choice

What happens at Shibuya Crossing?

____ a. Only private cars and buses can drive through the crossing. ____ b. The area remains completely quiet and empty during daytime. ____ c. Many people cross the street at the same time.

05 Matching Grid • Term & Definition

Match the Japanese term "Koban" with its correct description:

Term

Flower Shop

Police Box

Train Depot

Koban

____ Flower Shop ____ Police Box ____ Train Depot

06 Matching Grid • Places & Landmarks

Where do you go? Match each situation to the right place:

Situation

The statue of Hachiko

Shibuya Crossing

A koban

1. You are lost and want directions.

____ The statue of Hachiko ____ Shibuya Crossing ____ A koban

2. You want to meet your friends.

____ The statue of Hachiko ____ Shibuya Crossing ____ A koban

3. You want to see a famous crossing.

____ The statue of Hachiko ____ Shibuya Crossing ____ A koban

07 Short Answer

Where is the statue of Hachiko located in Tokyo?

Write 2 to 3 words from the reading text:

____ (Type your answer here...)

08 Short Answer

According to the passage, what two helpful actions can police officers at a koban do for you?

Write the two things:

____ (Type your answer here...)

Reading: Finding Your Way in Tokyo

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Finding the Way in Tokyo

Essential Word Bank

8 Comprehension Questions

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