Question

‘‘Those islands yonder, they are the steppingstones to the future for Japan.’’ Sadao's father said this. Describe how Sadao had used those stepping stones to make his future.‘‘Those islands yonder, they are the steppingstones to the future for Japan.’’ Sadao's father said this. Describe how Sadao had used those stepping stones to make his future.

Answer 1

Sadao's father said these lines as advice to his son. Sadao took this in a very positive manner and made sure he fulfilled his father's dream and so, he gradually became a scientist.

Explanation:

• Sadao's father mentioned small islands as stepping stones. He gave this example to his son to explain the future of Japan and how these small islands impact the future of the country.

• He wanted Japan to compete with them by exploring these islands and producing matchless talents in accordance with the world.

• Sadao studied medicine when he was 22. He went to America to learn it. He became a famous surgeon and a scientist at 30. The old General of the army also trusted his opinions and his treatments.

Answer 2

Explanation:

Sadao's father wanted that his son should become a successful guy and achieve something bigger in his career. He raised his son as a patriot to his country, Japan and told him that he should contribute to Japan’s progress which can be done in a gradual manner

These words motivated Sadao and he became a doctor by profession and was quite a noble doctor. He even helped treating the American soldier of war, despite he was his enemy but he helped him keeping his commitment to his profession.