1.やさしい
An allergy is when the body’s immune system reacts to something that is usually harmless, such as pollen, dust or certain foods. Common signs include sneezing, itching and a rash. Which is given as an example of something that can cause an allergy?
- AWater
- BSunshine
- CPollen
- DOxygen
2.やさしい
Sharks have lived in the oceans for millions of years. Unlike most fish, their skeletons are made of cartilage, the same bendy material found in your nose and ears. What are shark skeletons made of?
- AHard bone
- BScales
- CThin shell
- DCartilage
3.やさしい
A school notice reads: “The swimming pool will be closed next week for cleaning. PE lessons will take place in the sports hall instead.” Where will PE lessons take place next week?
- AIn the sports hall
- BIn the classrooms
- COn the school field
- DIn the swimming pool
4.ふつう
Passage: “Sleep helps the body repair muscles, supports memory and helps control appetite. Adults who regularly sleep too little have a higher risk of several health problems.” Which is the best title for the passage?
- AThe Long History of the Bed
- BWhy Sleep Matters for Health
- CFoods That Help You Sleep
- DHow to Build Strong Muscles
5.ふつう
“The library will close early on Friday for staff training. Books due on Friday may be returned on Saturday without a late fee.” What can a library user conclude?
- AThe library will be closed all weekend for training.
- BA book due Friday can be returned Saturday at no charge.
- CThe library will be open later than usual on Friday.
- DAll late fees will be cancelled this month.
6.ふつう
“After the storm, the town came together. Neighbours cleared fallen trees, shared food and checked on elderly residents.” What is the main theme of the passage?
- AThe best way to prepare for a storm
- BPeople helping one another in hard times
- CThe danger of living near old trees
- DWhy older people should move away
7.むずかしい
A report says: “In 2020, the clinic saw 400 patients with asthma. In 2023, it saw 600.” Which conclusion is best supported?
- AThe clinic saw 50 percent more asthma patients in 2023.
- BAsthma has become more common nationwide.
- CThe clinic’s treatment of asthma has become worse.
- DThe clinic saw twice as many asthma patients in 2023.
8.むずかしい
“Ten patients tried a new sleep app. Eight said they slept better. The app company now claims: ‘Proven to cure insomnia!’” Why is the claim not justified?
- ASleep apps cannot be used by patients at home.
- BTen self-reports without a comparison group prove little.
- CEight out of ten is less than half of the patients.
- DThe app should have been tested on one patient.
解答
- 1. C · Pollen
- 2. D · Cartilage
- 3. A · In the sports hall
- 4. B · Why Sleep Matters for Health
- 5. B · A book due Friday can be returned Saturday at no charge.
- 6. B · People helping one another in hard times
- 7. A · The clinic saw 50 percent more asthma patients in 2023.
- 8. B · Ten self-reports without a comparison group prove little.
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