Lesson 20 Martial Arts (Judo, Karate, Kendo)
Topic Question: “What are some Japanese martial arts that are known worldwide?”
▮ Try Answering the Question Yourself
Think about various martial arts that originated in Japan and have gained international recognition. Consider how they have spread globally and what aspects make them appealing to people around the world.
▮ Sample Answer
“Karate, Judo, and Aikido are famous Japanese martial arts worldwide. Karate focuses on striking, Judo on grappling, and Aikido on using an opponent’s force. They teach discipline and respect.”
▮ Words to Learn and Their Meanings about Sample Answer
－Pronounce the Words Correctly (Pronunciation Training) + Make Sentences Using the Words Instantly
- Martial arts (武道): Various sports or skills, mainly of Japanese origin, that involve combat and self-defense.
- Karate (空手): A martial art that emphasizes hand and foot strikes.
- Judo (柔道): A martial art focusing on throws and grappling.
- Aikido (合気道): A martial art that uses the opponent’s force against them.
- .Discipline (規律): Training to act in accordance with rules; the practice of training people to obey rules or a code of behavior.
▮ Answer the Instructor’s Questions Based on the Sample Answer
- Name three Japanese martial arts known worldwide.
- What is the focus of Karate?
- How does Aikido differ from Judo and Karate?
▮ Mastering Middle School English Grammar
just, already, and yet (present perfect and simple past 2)
just, already, and yet
(present perfect and sim p le past 2)
A: Just = a shore time ago
We use just with the present perfect or the simple past.
A: Are Diane and Paul here,
B: Yes, they’ve j ust arrived. or Yes, they just arrived.
B: Already = before you expected / before I expected
We use already with the present perfect or the simple past.
A: What time are Diane and Paul coming?
B: They’ve already arrived. or They already arrived.
C: Yet = until now
We use yet with the present perfect or the sirnple past. We use yet in negative sentences and
questions. Yet is usually at the end.
yet in negative sentences
A: Are Diane and Paul here?
B: No, they haven’t arrived yet. or
… they didn’t arrive yet.
(but B expects Diane and Paul to arrive soon)
yet in questions
A: Have Diane and Paul arrived yet? or
Did Diane and Paul arrive yet?
B: No, not yet. We’re still waiting for chem.
Example Sentences:
1.Karate has just been added to the Olympics. (It was added a short time ago.)
- When was Karate added to the Olympics? It was just added in the last Olympics.
- Judo practitioners have already competed in many international competitions. (They have competed sooner than expected.)
- Have Judo athletes been in the Olympics? Yes, they’ve already competed in several Olympic Games.
- Has Aikido been recognized globally yet? (Asking if it has happened up to now.)
- No, Aikido hasn’t been included in the Olympics yet, but it’s gaining recognition.
Make Sentences Based on the Above Example Sentences Yourself:
