From Studio Ghibli to Shonen Jump, anime has a rich history that spans more than a century of Japanese animation.
Which studio made 'Spirited Away'?
Toei Animation
Studio Ghibli
Madhouse
Kyoto Animation
Correct! Studio Ghibli, co-founded by Hayao Miyazaki, made 'Spirited Away' in 2001.
It was Studio Ghibli. 'Spirited Away' was directed by Hayao Miyazaki and won the Oscar for Best Animated Feature.
What is a manga?
A Japanese comic book
A type of anime soundtrack
An anime voice actor
A Japanese puppet show
Right! Manga are Japanese comics, and many anime are adapted from them.
Manga are Japanese comics. Many famous anime, like 'One Piece', started as manga.
What does the word 'shonen' describe?
Anime about cooking
Anime made only for adults
Stories aimed mainly at young boys
Anime with no dialogue
Exactly! Shonen means 'boy' and covers action-packed series like 'Naruto' and 'Dragon Ball'.
Shonen describes stories aimed mainly at young boys, such as 'Naruto' and 'My Hero Academia', though people of all ages enjoy them.
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The oldest known Japanese animation, 'Namakura Gatana', dates from 1917 and lasts about two minutes.
Who is the main character of 'One Piece'?
Roronoa Zoro
Naruto Uzumaki
Ichigo Kurosaki
Monkey D. Luffy
Yes! Monkey D. Luffy wants to find the One Piece treasure and become King of the Pirates.
It's Monkey D. Luffy, a rubber-bodied pirate. Zoro is his swordsman crewmate.
Who created the manga 'Astro Boy' and is called the 'God of Manga'?
Akira Toriyama
Osamu Tezuka
Hayao Miyazaki
Rumiko Takahashi
Correct! Osamu Tezuka shaped modern manga and anime, including the big-eyed art style.
It was Osamu Tezuka. His 'Astro Boy' (1963) was one of the first popular TV anime series.
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Over half of all animated TV shows worldwide are estimated to come from Japan.
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In 'Pokémon', what is Ash Ketchum's first Pokémon?
Bulbasaur
Charmander
Pikachu
Squirtle
Right! Ash got Pikachu from Professor Oak because he overslept on his first day.
It's Pikachu. Ash arrived late at Professor Oak's lab, and Pikachu was the only one left.
In 'Attack on Titan', what protects humanity from the Titans?
Giant walls
A magic barrier
An underground city
Floating islands
That's it! Humanity lives behind three huge walls: Maria, Rose and Sina.
Giant walls protect humanity. The three walls are named Maria, Rose and Sina.
What does 'seiyuu' mean in the anime world?
A theme song
A voice actor
An animation studio
A fan convention
Correct! Seiyuu are voice actors, and in Japan many are as famous as pop stars.
Seiyuu means voice actor. Popular seiyuu in Japan often sing, hold concerts and have huge fanbases.
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How long has 'Sazae-san' been on TV?
'Sazae-san' has aired since 1969, making it the world's longest-running animated TV series.
Which anime features the Saiyan warrior Goku?
Bleach
Naruto
Sailor Moon
Dragon Ball
Yes! Goku is the hero of 'Dragon Ball', created by Akira Toriyama.
Goku is from 'Dragon Ball' by Akira Toriyama, famous for the Super Saiyan transformation.
In 'Death Note', what happens when a name is written in the notebook?
The person gains powers
The person loses memories
The person dies
The person becomes a shinigami
Correct, and chilling! Light Yagami uses the notebook to kill criminals, while detective L hunts him.
The person dies. The notebook belongs to a shinigami, a death god, named Ryuk.
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Question 1: Which studio made 'Spirited Away'?
Question 2: What is a manga?
Question 3: What does the word 'shonen' describe?
Question 4: Who is the main character of 'One Piece'?
Question 5: Who created the manga 'Astro Boy' and is called the 'God of Manga'?
Question 6: In 'Pokémon', what is Ash Ketchum's first Pokémon?
Question 7: In 'Attack on Titan', what protects humanity from the Titans?
Question 8: What does 'seiyuu' mean in the anime world?
Question 9: Which anime features the Saiyan warrior Goku?
Question 10: In 'Death Note', what happens when a name is written in the notebook?
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