How to ask why in Japanese | どうして～んですか

The video tutorial covers the use of 'Why' questions in English, starting with a dialogue about missing a party and traveling to Osaka. It explains the importance of 'Why' questions in understanding reasons and provides various examples for practice. The tutorial concludes with additional practice questions to reinforce learning.

What was Miss Mary's reason for not attending the party?

• She was feeling unwell.

• She was out of town.

• She had a lot of work to do.

• She forgot about the party.

Why is Miss Mary going to Osaka?

• For a vacation.

• To attend a conference.

• To help her brother move.

• To visit a friend.

What is the purpose of using 'Why' in questions?

• To express surprise or seek explanations.

• To describe an event.

• To make a statement.

• To give a command.

In the practice examples, why does someone not eat breakfast?

• They don't like breakfast foods.

• They are on a diet.

• They don't have time.

• They forgot to eat.

Why was the match cancelled in the practice examples?

• The venue was double-booked.

• The referee was unavailable.

• Because of a typhoon.

• Due to a player injury.

What reason is given for a computer being cheap?

• It's a refurbished unit.

• It's on sale.

• It's a bit old.

• It's a new model.

Why is someone good at Japanese according to the practice examples?

• They studied at the university.

• They have Japanese friends.

• They lived in Japan.

• They watch Japanese movies.