Wu Shan Tou Reservoir and Hatta Yoichi's Legacy

The video discusses the Wushantou Reservoir in Tainan, Taiwan, designed by Hatta Yoichi to address agricultural challenges. It highlights the unique construction techniques used, the reservoir's impact on local agriculture, and the establishment of water management organizations. The video also covers Hatta Yoichi's life, his contributions, and the memorials honoring him, emphasizing the cultural significance of his work.

What was the primary purpose of constructing the Wu Shan Tou Reservoir?

• To provide drinking water

• To address agricultural challenges

• To promote tourism

• To generate electricity

Which construction method was used by Hatta Yoichi to overcome geological issues at Wu Shan Tou?

• Traditional dam construction

• Half-hydraulic fill method

• Steel reinforcement

• Concrete layering

What was a significant outcome of the Wu Shan Tou Reservoir and Jianan Irrigation System?

• Enhanced fishing industry

• Improved transportation

• Taiwan's largest rice granary

• Increased tourism

How were the workers who died during the construction of the Wu Shan Tou Reservoir commemorated?

• A documentary was made

• A book was published

• A museum was built

• A monument was erected

What was Hatta Yoichi's role in Taiwan before his death?

• A military leader

• A local farmer

• An irrigation engineer

• A government official

What tragic event marked the end of Hatta Yoichi's life?

• He was lost at sea

• He succumbed to illness

• He died in a construction accident

• His ship was torpedoed

How did the local community honor Hatta Yoichi's contributions?

• By building a statue

• By organizing an annual festival

• By creating a scholarship

• By naming a street after him

What is the purpose of the Hatta Yoichi Memorial Park?

• To host community events

• To preserve cultural and historical significance

• To serve as a recreational area

• To promote local tourism

What can visitors learn about at the Hatta Yoichi Memorial Park?

• The development of Taiwan's railways

• The challenges of building the reservoir

• The history of Taiwan's independence

• The evolution of Taiwanese cuisine

What aspect of Hatta Yoichi's life is highlighted in the memorial park?

• His artistic achievements

• His dedication and contributions

• His family background

• His political career