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[For Seniors] Boost Your Knowledge! Fun Trivia Quiz

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“I wonder what this animal is.” “Who could this historical figure be?” There are still many things even older adults may not know, right?

So this time, we’re introducing a set of trivia quizzes we’d like older adults to try.

Even seniors with a wealth of knowledge might come across trivia that makes them say, “I learned that for the first time.”

What’s more, getting the answers right can boost motivation, making these quizzes great for recreational activities at senior facilities.

They’re excellent brain training, of course, and we hope everyone enjoys them together, including sharing stories related to the trivia quizzes.

[For Seniors] Boost Your Knowledge! Fun Trivia Quiz (81–90)

It is considered best to perform Setsubun bean throwing at night.

Setsubun is a traditional Japanese event.

In households with children, there are many opportunities to do mamemaki (bean throwing).

Although it’s something we often do without much thought, do you know what time of day it’s considered best to perform mamemaki? The answer is “at night.” Since ancient times, it has been believed that oni (demons) come at midnight.

It was also recommended to do it at night when the whole family is gathered, to drive away worldly desires from the heart and welcome the new season in purity.

Today, however, holding it at midnight can cause noise issues and make cleaning difficult, so it is generally done in the early evening to nighttime.

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10 educational quiz questions

[10 Beneficial Quizzes for Seniors] Easy multiple-choice with 4 options! Ideal quizzes for brain training and mental exercises for the elderly.

10 educational quiz questions

Here’s an introduction to quizzes that are beneficial for seniors.

Quizzes can be enjoyed during conversations with older adults or in small pockets of free time.

Plus, the act of thinking provides stimulation to the brain and can help keep it active.

Quizzes based on things seniors know or are familiar with are likely to be even more engaging.

Learning fun trivia they didn’t know before through quizzes can also make the experience enjoyable for seniors.

And when the quizzes focus on things they already know, getting the right answer can give them a real sense of accomplishment.

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What do people collect during the popular shellfish gathering in May?

May is the time of year when temperatures climb toward summer and all kinds of leisure activities get going, right? One such activity enjoyed in May is shiohigari—but what exactly do you collect during it? The hint lies in the kanji: if you think about places related to “tide” (潮) and “ebb/dry” (干), you can figure out the location, and from there, what’s gathered there.

The answer is shellfish: it’s a pastime where you dig up shellfish buried in the sand at low tide.

It feels a bit like a treasure hunt and can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

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Japan’s first moving walkway debuted in 1967 (Showa 42). Do you know where it made its first appearance?

Moving walkways found in airports and large train stations look like escalators, but instead of taking you up or down a floor, they carry you straight ahead.

They’re faster than walking and let you glide smoothly to your destination, making them very convenient.

So, where did moving walkways first appear in Japan? Here’s a hint: it’s in Kansai, in a place known for people who are often in a hurry.

The answer is Osaka! The first one was installed at Hankyu Umeda Station.

At the time, the station was undergoing expansion, and the walkway was built to improve access from platform to platform.

By the way, you often see people walking on moving walkways, but it’s dangerous, so once you step on, stand still and ride it to your destination.

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In 1970 (Showa 45), the local call charge for public telephones became 10 yen for 3 minutes. What had the pricing structure been like before that?

Public telephones used to be essential for making calls while out and about, but as time has gone on, we see them less and less.

Because opportunities to use them have decreased, many of us may no longer have a clear sense of the cost, but the rate is set at 10 yen for three minutes.

That “10 yen for three minutes” rate was introduced in 1970; before that, the pricing was different.

So what was the rate before 1970? The answer is “10 yen per call.” As long as you paid 10 yen, there was no time limit—your call would stay connected without worrying about the duration.

It’s worth noting the anecdote that many people would monopolize the phone for long periods because of this.

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The origin of the 3 o’clock snack

Even if you eat proper meals in your daily life, there are times when you start to feel hungry, right? Snacks help sustain your energy at those times, and for some people, that snack time is something to look forward to.

The phrase associated with snacks, “san-ji no oyatsu” (the 3 o’clock snack), is closely related to the origin of the word oyatsu itself.

In the Edo period, the time between 2 p.m.

and 4 p.m.

was called yatsudoki (the eighth hour), from which the word oyatsu is said to have originated.

It’s interesting that both “3 o’clock” and “oyatsu” point to a similar idea, isn’t it?

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[For Seniors] Boost Your Knowledge! Fun Trivia Quiz (91–100)

What animal returned alive from space on May 28?

Various experiments were repeatedly conducted so that humanity could challenge space.

Among the experiments related to space, let us consider the animals that embarked on a journey into space and returned, which are said to represent a major step forward in place of humans.

If we keep in mind that these were experiments to study rocket launches and the effects of outer space on humans, the patterns in the choice of animals may become apparent.

The animals launched on May 28, 1959, who safely returned, were monkeys—Able, a rhesus macaque, and Baker, a squirrel monkey—who are remembered as animals that made great contributions to humanity’s advance into space.

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