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Origami: History and Techniques

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📚 Part 1: Quick Check

1. Origami as a developed art form is most closely associated with which country?

China

Japan

Korea

India

2. Which traditional paper is commonly used for origami?

Cardboard

Washi

Tissue paper

Newspaper

3. In Japanese, what do the parts of the word "origami" mean?

"ori" = fold, "gami/kami" = paper

"ori" = paper, "gami/kami" = cut

"ori" = colour, "gami/kami" = shape

"ori" = draw, "gami/kami" = fold

4. Match the Japanese word (left) with the correct English meaning (right).
折る (oru)
紙 (kami)
鶴 (tsuru)
和紙 (washi)
crane
to fold
paper
traditional Japanese paper

✏️ Part 2: Short Answers & Technique Practice

5. In one sentence, describe a short history fact about origami (when or how it became important in Japan):
6. List three basic folding techniques (English names are fine):
7. Translate these terms into Japanese (write the word or kanji): "paper crane" and "to fold"
8. Write a clear 3–4 step instruction (short phrases) to fold a simple bird base or basic model:

⏱ Fast Finisher: Origami + Navigation

9. Sketch a simple origami boat. Label two features that help it float or move on water (e.g., hull, open cavity). Use the box below.
10. Quick idea: Write 1–2 sentences describing a short classroom activity that combines origami and navigation (for example, fold boats and race them along a 2‑metre course; include how students measure or record direction/distance).

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