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How to use a mind map template.
- 01Pick a central concept
Start with “Bamboo-Root Jiao Classification” as the root node of your mind map.
- 02Add main categories
Branch out by material, shape, regional naming, or ritual use.
- 03Expand subcategories
Add specific types such as single-root, paired-root, and carved variants.
- 04Connect related terms
Link synonyms like jiaobei and jiao to show equivalence across naming conventions.
- 05Refine and export
Adjust layout, colors, and labels in the mindmap tool, then export for presentation or sharing.
Questions about mind map templates
What is a bamboo-root jiao?
A bamboo-root jiao (竹頭筊) is a pair of divination blocks made from the root section of bamboo, used in Taiwanese temples to ask yes/no questions of deities.
How are bamboo-root jiao classified?
They can be classified by material source, shape (round vs flat), size, carving style, and regional naming conventions such as jiao vs jiaobei.
Are these examples specific to Tainan?
The gallery includes examples focused on Tainan folk rituals, but the classification approach applies to bamboo-root jiao from other regions as well.
Can I use the mindmap generator for my own classification?
Yes, the tool lets you start from a blank mindmap or adapt an existing example to your own categories and labels.
What is the difference between jiao and jiaobei?
Both refer to the same divination blocks; jiao is the Hokkien/Taiwanese term, while jiaobei is the Mandarin term, and regional usage varies.