[For Seniors] Fun Brain Training! Quizzes Recommended for October
October is a pleasant time of year, with the hot days behind us.
The leaves start to change color, many foods are harvested, and there are plenty of fun events and festivities.
When you hear “October,” lots of things come to mind, don’t they?
So this time, we’re introducing “October-themed quizzes for seniors.”
Through these quizzes, let’s help everyone recall their memories of October.
Even for seniors who find it difficult to sense the seasons, this can help them remember the feeling of the season.
Enjoy some brain training with October-themed quizzes!
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[For Seniors] Fun Brain Training! Recommended Quizzes for October (11–20)
Ginkgo nuts, which are plentiful in autumn, are said to be better not eaten in large quantities. Why is that?
Gingko nuts are harvested in abundance in autumn.
Many people find their distinctive flavor addictive.
Because of that, some may have been warned after almost eating too many.
The reason is that they can cause poisoning.
Specifically, they contain a toxic compound called methoxypyridoxine, which is said to cause vomiting and trembling in the hands and feet.
Eating them raw also carries a risk of food poisoning.
Please be very careful when eating them.
As a guideline, adults should limit themselves to about 10 nuts, and children to about 5.
October 10 is Public Bathhouse Day. What is something that is often painted on the walls of sento bathhouses?
October 10 is Sento Day.
In recent years, more and more “super sento” have appeared, offering saunas, stone spas, and dining areas.
But traditional sento have also become popular among young people as “Showa retro.” Here’s a question about sento: What is something that is often painted on the walls? The answer is Mount Fuji.
It’s said to be painted because it’s considered auspicious.
That said, this is more common around the Kanto region and not as prevalent in western Japan.
Autumn Three-Choice Quiz
It’s a three-choice quiz themed around various autumn-related things, such as scenery and gourmet foods unique to the season, designed to help you feel the spirit of autumn.
When you create questions that focus on commemorative days set during this period, you can also expand your thinking to consider what kinds of events those days mark.
With questions that test knowledge about gourmet items or flowers, you might feel more inclined to observe them carefully when you encounter them in real life.
It offers a wide range of quiz genres, letting you experience autumn landscapes and boosting your interest at the same time.
What kind of atmosphere does the word “spooky,” used for Halloween, describe?
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an eerie and terrifying atmosphere
The English word “spooky,” often used around Halloween, means things like “eerie” or “creepy” in Japanese. It’s used when describing scary atmospheres or slightly frightening effects, such as haunted houses, darkness, ghosts, and spirits. It’s also a handy word for creating a mood at Halloween decorations and events.
In Ireland, there is a tradition of drinking a beverage called “Lambs wool” on Halloween. What fruit is it made from?
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Apple
Ireland is known as the birthplace of Halloween, and there, a traditional drink called lambswool made with apples has long been enjoyed. It’s a beverage based on cider—beer made from apples—crafted so that even those who aren’t fond of alcohol can enjoy it easily.
What does the “Jack” in “Jack-o’-lantern” refer to?
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a person's name
What does the “Jack” in “Jack-o’-Lantern” mean? Some of you may have wondered for years. In fact, it’s said to be named after a man who appears in an old Irish folktale called “Stingy Jack.” The man is rough, a liar, and apparently more cunning than the devil himself.
[For Seniors] Fun Brain Training! Recommended Quizzes for October (21–30)
What animal appears as a witch’s familiar on Halloween?
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black cat
The witches that appear at Halloween are often imagined with black cats at their side. Black cats have long appeared in European folklore and stories as witches’ familiars; while they were seen as ominous symbols, they were also regarded as mysterious beings who shared a deep bond with witches. Today, black cats are beloved as decorations and motifs for Halloween.