Hachiko Waits - Vocabulary Ch.1-2

Hachiko Waits takes place in Japan and this story uses many Japanese words. The author wrote the Japanese words in italics. Look online to find what each of these Japanese words mean. Post the definition to at least 1 word as a comment.

1. Kimono

2. Futon

3. Tatmi

4. miso soup

5. Yakitori

6. Genkan

Japanese online dictionary

Hachiko Waits- Chapters 1-2

Read chapters 1-2, then answer the following questions when you post a comment. Remember to include your own thoughts, feelings, opinions, and questions. You must respond to comments made by at least 1 other book club member.

1. What does Hachi's name mean?

2. Where and when does this story take place?

3. Describe the professor and Hachi's relationship. Does the professor treat Hachi like any other animal or do you think he treats him like a family member? Why? Provide text evidence to support your answer.

4. Where do you think Hachi went and why? What is he going to do?