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(1) The house was so old that the walls had begun to ( ). When someonewas almost hit by a falling brick, the owner decided the house would have to betaken down.

1 sharpen 2 crumble 3 vibrate 4 stimulate

(2) In the 1800s, European ( ) went to Africa to convert people toChristianity. Upon returning home, many of them wrote accounts of theirexperiences.

1 janitors 2 stewards 3 tailors 4 missionaries

(3) A: I need some of that medicine, please.B: Sorry, but I can’t sell this to you unless you have a ( ) from yourdoctor.

1 prescription 2 detection 3 sensation 4 dimension

(4) Anyone who is ( ) to become an Olympic athlete knows that it takes atremendous amount of effort to achieve this dream.

1 striving 2 distributing 3 surrendering 4 discouraging

(5) The company president said that due to the severe drop in sales, he felt( ) to cut the number of staff.

1 publicized 2 amended 3 devised 4 compelled

(6) A fire broke out on Kruger Street last night. It took firefighters almost 12 hours,but they eventually managed to get the ( ) under control.

1 clamp 2 drizzle 3 comet 4 blaze

(7) Because of a late delivery of raw materials, the factory’s workers were( ) for several days, causing production to fall behind schedule.

1 idle 2 corrupt 3 petty 4 cordial

(8) A: Did Jim come to your birthday party?B: No, he didn’t. And what’s more, he didn’t even have the ( ) to letme know that he wasn’t coming. I’m really angry with him about it.

1 tension 2 limitation 3 decency 4 accuracy

(9) After inspecting the old dam, engineers reported that urgent measures to( ) it were needed. Without them, the dam could collapse.

1 refund 2 relay 3 reinforce 4 reserve

To complete each item, choose the best word or phrase from among

the four choices. Then, on your answer sheet, find the number of the

question and mark your answer.1


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(10) The presidential candidate won a ( ) victory, receiving over 80 percentof the votes. It was clear that the country was in favor of his proposed policychanges.

1 decisive 2 grouchy 3 parasitic 4 spherical

(11) It snowed for two hours this morning, but the snow did not ( ) at all.The children are disappointed there is no snow to play in.

1 starve 2 accumulate 3 testify 4 litter

(12) Dr. Smith told the patient his tooth had ( ) so badly she would have topull it. She warned him to start taking better care of his teeth.

1 hovered 2 bragged 3 decayed 4 conspired

(13) The young violinist shows promise but needs to ( ) her technique. Herteacher feels that, with more practice, she could one day perform professionally.

1 refine 2 amuse 3 shred 4 accompany

(14) The flowers in Naoko’s garden are particularly ( ). They can often besmelled from all the way across the street.

1 transparent 2 sterile 3 crunchy 4 fragrant

(15) When the boy admitted to spreading ( ) rumors about his teacher, theprincipal made him write a letter to apologize for what he had done.

1 heroic 2 malicious 3 soaked 4 delighted

(16) Victor has begun to feel ( ) of his long commute to work. He says hewill look for an apartment closer to his office.

1 weary 2 verified 3 cheery 4 rash

(17) A recent environmental concern is the ( ) decrease in the world’s wildbee population. This huge loss could seriously affect plants’ ability to reproduce.

1 drastic 2 nosy 3 secretive 4 impaired

(18) Police found the stolen jewelry in a hidden ( ) built inside the trunk ofthe suspected thief ’s car.

1 oath 2 foe 3 symptom 4 compartment

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(19) After the carpenter hit his thumb with the hammer by mistake, it began to( ). Eventually, the thumb was almost twice its normal size.

1 liquefy 2 swell 3 lounge 4 brace

(20) Gregor installed solar panels on his house’s roof. They usually generate moreelectricity than he uses, and he can sell this ( ) to the electric company.

1 banner 2 seal 3 assumption 4 surplus

(21) A lack of rain in California has put a ( ) on the state’s ability to supplyenough water to everyone. Officials have begun restricting people’s water usage.

1 torch 2 bribe 3 strain 4 gem

(22) Maurica’s husband is a bad driver, but she never tells him so because she doesnot want to ( ) any trouble. She knows he would get angry if she saidanything.

1 stir up 2 count on 3 shut out 4 lock in

(23) A: Do you think the owner will accept our offer to buy the house?B: I don’t know. I guess it ( ) whether he receives a better offer fromsomeone else.

1 gets away with 2 comes down to3 keeps up on 4 stands up to

(24) As Sam sat on the tropical beach, all of the stress from his job seemed to( ), and he was able to relax and enjoy his vacation.

1 fall away 2 cut in 3 fire up 4 try out

(25) A: Alexandra, did you ( ) for the encore at the concert last night? Ihad to leave a bit early.B: I did, Ben. The group performed three more songs, which was great!1 stick around 2 step down 3 play up 4 take off


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REDD+First introduced in 2005, REDD+ (Reducing Emissions from Deforestation

and Forest Degradation) is a UNsupported, performancebased payment systemdesigned to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The plan involves payingdeveloping countries not to cut down trees. Additional financial incentives areprovided to plant trees in areas that have been logged or where there were no treesbefore. ( 26 ), countries receive funding of various amounts based on howmuch they can reduce overall deforestation.

REDD+ has enjoyed some success in reducing logging. Brazil, for example,cut logging by 70 percent, while China, thanks to a combination of variousprograms, has seen forest areas increase by an average of 3 million hectares a yearsince 2000. REDD+ seems to have had less success in African nations, wheredeforestation is reported to be on the rise. However, progress ( 27 ).Information about forest resources in Africa is often unreliable, and thedeforestation rate across the continent is thought to be exaggerated, with the realfigure possibly being half of what is reported.

Critics say REDD+ emphasizes ( 28 ). Because of REDD+, countriesmay start logging healthy, mature forests and replacing them with plantations offastgrowing eucalyptus trees. This makes economic sense since the countries arepaid based on the number of trees planted. However, new plantations are lesseffective than mature forests at absorbing CO2, so there is a net loss in terms ofenvironmental value. The priority, therefore, should be protecting existing highvalue forests instead of replacing them with trees that are less efficient at reducinggreenhouse gases.

(26) 1 Nevertheless 2 By contrast 3 Surprisingly 4 In short

(27) 1 has led to conflict between countries2 has caused financial losses3 could reduce some countries’ territory4 can be difficult to measure

(28) 1 quantity over quality2 longterm goals over immediate ones3 forests over their inhabitants4 natural resources over economic growth

Read each passage and choose the best word or phrase from

among the four choices for each blank. Then, on your answer sheet,

find the number of the question and mark your answer.2


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Summer JobsIt has long been a tradition for American high school students to spend their

summer vacation working. As well as being a chance to earn money, the summerjob has generally been regarded as an important step in the growing up processbecause it teaches responsibility and interpersonal skills. ( 29 ), changes inboth young people’s attitudes and the labor market have strongly impacted thenumber of teens employed during the summer. Today, approximately onethird ofteens have summer jobs a figure that is roughly half what it was just fourdecades ago.

Parents once encouraged their children to take summer jobs to gain basicskills that would serve them later in the working world. However, many studentstoday ( 30 ). The Bureau of Labor Statistics found that in the last 20 years,the number of 16to19yearolds enrolled in summer school has tripled. Ascollege degrees have become essential for career success and tuition fees continueto rise, many students have realized that taking advanced classes during thesummer to win scholarships can be more beneficial than working at a minimumwage job.

Another factor behind the decreasing popularity of summer jobs may be( 31 ). Recently, many teenagers have been choosing to do unpaidinternships during the summer. As older adults are remaining in the workforcelonger than ever, many young graduates have been losing out to these moreexperienced applicants even for entrylevel positions. Consequently, the chance toacquire careerspecific skills has become more appealing. With the US economystrengthening, however, the traditional summer job could begin to make acomeback.

(29) 1 In other words 2 Despite this3 For example 4 Otherwise

(30) 1 are making more money at summer jobs2 have started working at a younger age3 are more concerned about education4 make a serious error

(31) 1 worsening academic performance2 growth in the economy3 a decrease in employment opportunities4 shifts in moral values

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Stranded WhalesIn January and February 2016, more than two dozen male sperm whales were found

washed up on European beaches around the North Sea. These whales had entered shallowwaters with sand or mud on the bottom, which prevented them from using sonar clicks tonavigate. They became trapped in these shallow areas, and without enough water tosupport their tremendous weight, their lungs collapsed and the whales died of respiratoryfailure. It was initially thought the whales had entered the areas in pursuit of squid, afavorite prey food, or that they might have swallowed fatal quantities of plastic. However,these theories were quickly disproved.

After further research, an alternative explanation emerged. Whales use both sonarand Earth’s magnetic field to navigate. In December 2015, when sperm whales weremigrating south from the Norwegian Sea, the aurora borealis was visible. These brightlights in the northern sky are caused by storms that occur on the sun, and they are a signthat these storms are strongly interfering with Earth’s magnetic field. Such storms canconfuse migratory animals such as birds, and probably also caused whales relying on themagnetic field to become disoriented and enter shallow waters.

All the stranded whales were young males. In general, female sperm whales andtheir babies remain in waters around the equator. Males, on the other hand, migrate inwhat are known as “bachelor groups” once they become independent between the ages of10 and 15. Older, experienced males are more solitary and travel alone, leaving theinexperienced males to fend for themselves. Scientists believe the young males wererelying on magnetic sensing and did not realize they had strayed from their migrationroute. In contrast, more experienced whales would have known to use other navigationmethods, such as sonar clicks, to reorient themselves before it was too late.

Read each passage and choose the best answer from among the

four choices for each question. Then, on your answer sheet, find the

number of the question and mark your answer.3


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(32) What happened to the whales that were found on North Sea beaches?1 The large amounts of sand and mud in the waters they swam into enteredtheir lungs and affected their breathing.

2 The squid they were hunting led them to unfamiliar territory, where theyconsumed harmful plastic waste.

3 They swam into shallow areas where their heavy weight resulted in theirbeing unable to breathe.

4 They consumed a type of animal that happened to be toxic, making themtoo ill to swim to deeper waters.

(33) What is true of the aurora borealis in the context of the passage?1 It was so much brighter than usual that many sea animals became distractedby the lights and were unable to orient themselves.

2 It was a result of the same phenomenon that had likely caused the whalesto become confused and navigate incorrectly.

3 Its presence over the Norwegian Sea caused many birds to fly toward theNorth Sea, which led the whales to follow.

4 Its appearance farther south than usual weakened the whales’ ability to usesonar clicks to confirm the depth of the waters.

(34) If the whales had been older, they would have1 realized that they had traveled off course and tried to find their way againusing a different method.

2 been less independent and therefore swum back toward the equator to returnto the females.

3 known to follow the lead of the females, which generally travel more andhave better navigation skills.

4 been unable to use sonar clicks to request help from other whales that werenearby.


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Forecasting the Big BlowUnlike many extreme weather events, such as hurricanes and severe snowstorms,

geological phenomena such as earthquakes and volcanic eruptions are difficult to predict.In recent years, however, a number of tools have been developed to help scientists makecorrect judgments of the risk of these events. Modern methods of analysis that use realtime satellite data to continuously revise computer models have greatly improvedscientists’ understanding of geological activity. Additionally, scientists now use satellitedata to measure slight changes in the landscape around volcanoes. Earth’s crust can rise amillimeter at a time as it is pushed up by the pressure of the hot liquid rock, or magma,below. Though this cannot be perceived by visual observation on the ground, satellitecameras far above can determine whether a volcano’s surface is rising an indicator of apossible eruption.

Scientists are particularly concerned about caldera volcanoes. These are largeformations created by ancient volcanoes that collapsed inward after erupting. Calderas sitabove pools of magma that can erupt with little warning. Because the rich soil aroundsuch volcanoes tends to attract dense human settlement, eruptions can be especiallydeadly. Calderas are not coneshaped like typical volcanoes, so the possibility of aneruption often simply does not occur to people. Moreover, their fairly flat shape poses anadditional risk: unlike with coneshaped volcanoes, which generally erupt from the top ofthe cone, there is no way to tell from where on the surface of a caldera volcano themagma will escape, and it may even come out of multiple spots.

Campi Flegrei, west of the Italian city of Naples, is a caldera volcano that scientistsare examining closely, as more than 700,000 people live within its “danger zone.” Inrecent years, patterns of land rise there have been similar to those that occurred beforecaldera eruptions in other parts of the world, indicating that the crust may be near thebreaking point. The Italian government has raised alert levels but has hesitated to takefurther steps such as evacuating residents. Experts cannot say with certainty whetherCampi Flegrei will erupt soon, or likewise give any timeline for a future eruption.Residents of the area, having experienced numerous false alarms, do not want to evacuatewhen an eruption is far from certain. Furthermore, property values have fallen when pastwarnings were issued, allowing real estate investors to buy land at bargain rates. This hasmade some residents suspicious of the motive behind emergency warnings.

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(35) What is one example of a recent advance in predicting volcanic eruptions?1 Computer analysis of realtime data has proved more useful than satellitemeasurements.

2 Satellite data showing changes in the level of Earth’s crust can indicatevolcanic activity.

3 Computer models allow scientists to calculate the temperature of magma ina given location.

4 Satellite data gathered during extreme weather events can be useful inpredicting the size of eruptions.

(36) In the second paragraph, what does the author of the passage say about calderavolcanoes?

1 Their relatively flat shape can lead people to overlook the fact that theycould erupt.

2 They are more likely than typical volcanoes to show obvious warning signsbefore they erupt.

3 Their shape makes it clear to scientists that they are not particularly activeand are therefore safe to study.

4 The fact that they are poorly suited for human habitation means they areideal places to carry out research.

(37) What is suggested about Campi Flegrei?1 The government will only declare a state of emergency if there is evidenceof land rise occurring.

2 Because so much focus is put on the possibility of an eruption, localresidents are quick to react to emergency warnings.

3 The government is concerned that scientists have not considered all thepossible factors that could lead to an eruption.

4 Even though the volcano has been showing signs it could erupt, it may bedifficult to convince local residents of the actual danger.


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Debating a Teaching ApproachIn recent decades, teachers wanting to break away from traditional classroom

methodologies have altered their teaching approach to conform to the “learning styles” oftheir students. The idea is that students learn better when they are taught in a way thatcorresponds with their preferred style. For example, “visual learners” can comprehendinformation more easily when they are presented with diagrams or illustrations, whereasother students may learn more easily through listening, or by working with their hands.

The practice of categorizing students by learning style has caught on: 96 percent ofteachers surveyed recently said they believed in the idea. It is not difficult to see whysuch a system would be attractive to teachers seeking to better meet their students’ needs.The theory has also been embraced by parents whose children are struggling in schoolthe idea that their child may perform poorly on written tests because they are actually“picture smart” or “music smart” is appealing. As the learningstyles theory has grown inpopularity, dozens of supposed styles have been identified, and an entire industry hasgrown up around the idea, with conferences being held across the world and librariesoffering materials intended to help educators teach different types of learners.

One would think that a method with such a significant influence on classroomapproaches would have extensive research behind it. However, there is little solid proofthat teaching to a student’s strengths is an effective practice. In fact, researchers havefound major flaws in methods used to quantify learning styles. The idea is based on theclassification of people into specific types of learners, but studies have found very littleevidence that people actually fall into distinct groupings in this way. “I think as a purelyreflective exercise, just to get you thinking about your study habits, [learning styles]might have a benefit,” says Polly Husmann, an assistant professor at Indiana UniversitySchool of Medicine. “But the way we’ve been categorizing these learning styles doesn’tseem to hold up.”

While students often express and demonstrate preferences for specific methods,studies show that what actually helps them learn better is for the educator to ensure theteaching approach suits the material being taught. University of Virginia professor DanielWillingham says, “People’s alleged learning styles don’t count for anything in accountingfor task performance, but the effect of a strategy on a task is huge.” Learning a newlanguage, for example, is easier when the material is reviewed verbally, but mathconcepts such as geometry are better suited to visual methods. In addition, all studentscan benefit from lessons that combine different approaches to make material easier tounderstand. For example, a math teacher can encourage students to listen, read, and drawdiagrams to solve problems. The current focus on matching teaching methods to specifictypes of learners has taken such a hold, however, that Willingham believes the only wayto counter it is to revise the textbooks on educational theory. Only when the theory oflearning styles is no longer presented as a valid educational approach will it disappearfrom the classroom.

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(38) The author of the passage mentions “visual learners” in the first paragraph to1 help explain the theory that including visual study materials in every subjecttaught at school is beneficial for all students.

2 offer an example that shows why presenting students with too many visualaids can weaken their listening and verbal skills.

3 illustrate the concept that each student has a favored method of acquiringnew information and learns better in response to it.

4 show that most students want educators to keep utilizing traditional methodsof teaching certain subjects.

(39) What is one reason some parents support the learningstyles theory?1 It implies that their child may possess special skills or abilities that are notreflected in their performance on written tests.

2 It encourages their child to apply a range of different approaches whensolving problems outside of the classroom.

3 It allows them to take part in their child’s school life even if theythemselves have an academic history of performing poorly on tests.

4 It has been shown to noticeably improve a child’s ability in subjects such asart or music.

(40) According to researchers, the learningstyles theory1 has been misused by teachers, who have failed to use it to separate studentsinto groups based on their study habits.

2 could be improved by expanding the definitions of individual learning stylesto include a wider variety of learners.

3 has been adopted by instructors in spite of a lack of evidence that showssuch styles actually exist.

4 gained popularity only after data showed that its application by teachersresults in increased academic achievement by students.

(41) What point is supported by Daniel Willingham’s statement?1 The match between the material being taught and the teaching approachmatters more than teaching to students’ preferred learning styles.

2 If the idea of learning styles continues to gain acceptance, there will likelybe major changes to textbooks on educational theory.

3 The connection between textbooks on educational theory and actualmethods used by teachers is not clear enough.

4 Mathematics is one area where teachers should make the effort to changetheir teaching style based on students’ preferences.


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●Write an essay on the given TOPIC.● Use TWO of the POINTS below to support your answer.● Structure: introduction, main body, and conclusion● Suggested length: 120 150 words●Write your essay in the space provided on Side B of your answer sheet.Any writing outside the space will not be graded.

TOPICAgree or disagree: Japanese companies should hire more foreign workers

POINTS● Aging population● Costs● Cultural differences● Globalization

English Composition4


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Listening Test

Part 1

No. 1 1 He is looking for a new apartment.

2 He is saving money for medical school.

3 He does not want to get further into debt.

4 He cannot afford to pay his rent.

No. 2 1 Their children have grown up and moved out.

2 Their home is too far from their workplaces.

3 They need money for their children’s education.

4 They can make a profit due to the booming market.

No. 3 1 Visit Jun’s house to see his daughter.

2 Look at pictures of Jun’s daughter.

3 Take some pictures of her children.

4 Work on her own website.

No. 4 1 Jennifer is too young to date.

2 Jennifer’s boyfriend is too old.

3 Jennifer is irresponsible.

4 Jennifer needs more friends.

Part 1 Dialogues: 1 question each Multiple-choice

Part 2 Passages: 2 questions each Multiple-choice

Part 3 Real-Life: 1 question each Multiple-choice

There are three parts to this listening test.

※ Listen carefully to the instructions.


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No. 5 1 Her appointment has been canceled.

2 Armand White is out of the office today.

3 There are no positions available.

4 She can leave her résumé with him.

No. 6 1 The construction will finish later than expected.

2 The scenic route will also become busy.

3 Her journey to work will take longer.

4 Her commuting costs will increase.

No. 7 1 To discuss a sales presentation.

2 To change the contract details.

3 To reschedule an appointment.

4 To invite her to a conference.

No. 8 1 Show the woman how to make a transfer.

2 Direct the woman to another branch.

3 Take the woman to an available clerk.

4 Keep the woman’s place in the line.


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No. 9 1 She does not have much experience.

2 She may find it too stressful.

3 It will be difficult to find childcare.

4 There are not many suitable jobs available.

No. 10 1 The woman should not be too concerned.

2 The woman should try to get more vitamin D.

3 The woman should do more exercise.

4 The woman should consult a doctor.

No. 11 1 Get a job instead of an internship.

2 Look for an internship with a flexible schedule.

3 Postpone the internship until his research is finished.

4 Find an internship that will broaden his knowledge.

No. 12 1 Raheem spends too much money on bowling.

2 Raheem should not have lent Alex money.

3 Alex should borrow from a friend with more money.

4 Alex should not go to the club tonight.

Listening Test


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(A) No. 13 1 He often began his races slowly.

2 He was a difficult horse to control.

3 He usually finished in either first or last place.

4 He was the first Triple Crown winner.

No. 14 1 He had been injured in his final race.

2 He had died from a rare heart disease.

3 His death could have been prevented.

4 His heart was much larger than normal.

(B) No. 15 1 It had many wealthy engineering students.

2 It became the largest college in New Jersey.

3 It was struggling financially.

4 It closed down temporarily.

No. 16 1 He thought his money would have more impact there.

2 He studied there before he became rich.

3 He believed Harvard and Yale were overrated.

4 He had been unable to attend college himself.

Part 2


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(C) No. 17 1 They treated them for injuries.

2 They helped them regain weight.

3 They looked for physical changes.

4 They trained them for further missions.

No. 18 1 Their organs could cope well with weightlessness.

2 Their behavior was suited to space travel.

3 They could fit easily in a space capsule.

4 They were capable of learning tasks quickly.

(D) No. 19 1 They are motivating people to stay fit.

2 They have helped young actors gain popularity.

3 They can make people feel better about themselves.

4 They have led to increased sales of smartphones.

No. 20 1 People sometimes put themselves in danger to take selfies.

2 People often harm wild animals while taking selfies.

3 Selfies encourage people to spend too much time online.

4 Selfies can lead to online bullying.

Listening Test


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(E) No. 21 1 It is better for the natural environment.

2 It is usually faster than driving.

3 They wanted to change to a healthier lifestyle.

4 They receive financial support from the city.

No. 22 1 It has repaired old cycle lanes.

2 It has created cycle lanes with no traffic signals.

3 It has removed the speed limit for bicycles.

4 It has adjusted the timing of its traffic signals.

(F) No. 23 1 Help employees stay awake while working.

2 Prevent employees from visiting social media sites.

3 Tell employees when to take breaks.

4 Track employees’ computer activity.

No. 24 1 Doing easy work during a break can be beneficial.

2 It is good to chat with coworkers during a break.

3 Taking breaks too often can make people tired.

4 It is better to finish a difficult task before resting.


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(G) No. 25 Situation: You are a professor who will take a group of

students on a onemonth study trip to the UK. An

administrator at your university tells you the following.

Question: What should you do for the Chinese student in yourgroup?

1 Apply for the visa on his behalf.

2 Email his flight details to the embassy.

3 Give him an official letter for the embassy.

4 Help him make his flight arrangements.

(H) No. 26 Situation: A doityourself bookshelf kit you bought recently ismissing some screw holes. You want to keep the bookshelf

and do not want to pay more money. You call the store.

Question: What should you do?

1 Wait for a new unit to be available.

2 Get holes put in at the store.

3 Make sure you have the receipt.

4 Send the whole bookshelf back to the store.

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Part 3


Grade Pre-1

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(I) No. 27 Situation: You are at a comicbook convention. You want toattend the panel discussion. You are a vegetarian. You hear

the following announcement.

Question: Where should you get your lunch?

1 Mary Jane’s.

2 The Mediterranean restaurant.

3 The Indian food stand.

4 The firstfloor café.

(J) No. 28 Situation: Your car is leaking oil. The problem began after youhad your oil changed. When you call ATC Auto Repairs,

the shop manager tells you the following.

Question: What should you do first?

1 Drive back to the shop.

2 Check your oil level.

3 Tighten the oiltank plug.

4 Ask a mechanic to come to your house.

(K) No. 29 Situation: You are a foreigner living in the United States. Youhire a tax expert to help file your taxes, and he gives you

the following advice.

Question: What should you do to complete your taxes?

1 Provide a copy of your new visa.

2 Complete an application for Medicare.

3 Report your rental income from Japan.

4 Obtain the required bank document.


■一次試験の結果について■1）英検ウェブサイトでの解答速報（http:/ /www.eiken.or.jp）＊解答速報 1月28日 13:00以降

2）結果通知方法◆個人申込みの場合一次個人成績表に合否結果を記載して，2月19日までに送付します（合格の場合は、一次個人成績表の右上部分が二次受験票になります）。未着の場合は2月19日以降に英検サービスセンター03（3266）8311（平日9:30～17:00）までお問い合わせください（お問い合わせの際には個人番号もお知らせください）。

◆団体申込みの場合一次個人成績表は2月19日までに申込責任者あてに送付します（個人あてには送付しません）。

■二次試験について（一次試験合格者のみ）■1）試験日Ａ日程：2月24日（日）Ｂ日程：3月3日（日）・二次試験の受験日は，Ａ日程・Ｂ日程のうち，申込方法・希望受験地等に基づき協会が指定します。試験日・受験会場・集合時間は二次受験票（一次個人成績表の右上部分）で通知します。これを切り離して受験会場にお持ちください。

・いかなる場合も二次受験票で指定された試験日・受験会場・集合時間での受験となり，変更はできません。・日程区分については，英検ウェブサイトの【二次試験のＡ／Ｂ日程の区分けについて】をご確認ください。・ダブル受験（隣接した2つの級を一緒に受験）の場合，それぞれの級について二次受験票に記載の日程での受験となり，級により異なる日程での受験となる場合があります。

・年齢は申込時に申請した生年月日に基づいて算出します。（一次試験の答案に異なる生年月日を記入されても反映されません）。

・申込情報に不備がある場合，協会が指定した日時での受験となり，【二次試験のＡ／Ｂ日程の区分けについて】のとおりの日程とならない場合があります。

・一部特別会場（海外・離島等），障がい者特別措置にて二次試験を受験する場合についてはＡ日程とします。2）受験地（希望の受験地を選べます）・下記の二次試験受験地番号表をみて，希望の受験地番号を解答用紙（準会場で受験している場合は志願票）の所定欄に記入・マークしてください。

■二次試験受験地番号表■ ＊横浜・東京・大阪は下記，島部・海外は右記参照

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