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サンプル問題(公式)
When students go to college, some decide to live at home with their parents, and others decide to rent an apartment by themselves. There are other choices, too. These days, some of them choose to share a house with
roommates.
What are the reasons for this? Some students have a roommate who is good at math or science and can give advice about homework. Other students have a roommate from abroad and can learn about a foreign language through everyday conversations. Because of this, they have been able to improve their foreign language skills.
On the other hand, some students have a roommate who stays up late at night and watches TV. This can be noisy
and make it difficult for others to get enough sleep. Some students have a roommate who rarely helps with cleaning
the house. As a result, they have to spend a lot of time cleaning the house by themselves.
模範解答(公式)
These days, some college students share a house with roommates. By doing this, some students can get help from their roommates with various things, such as math, science, or foreign languages. However, some students have trouble with their roommates, such as trouble about sleeping times or cleaning the house.
解説-サンプル問題-
予想問題①
In the past, letters were the main way to communicate when you wanted to tell something to friends or family. With the development of technology, telephones became widely used, becoming the central communication tool. Recently, sending messages on the internet has become popular.
What are the reasons for this? Even though communication through letters takes several days, sending messages on the internet takes only seconds. Moreover, you can send messages anytime without worrying about the other person's convenience, unlike with a phone call. Thanks to this, communication becomes more active.
On the other hand, because you can only read the words, unintended meanings might also be understood by the other person. This makes it difficult to build good relationships. As a result, in order to tell the intended meaning, eventually, you have to make phone calls or meeting in person.
模範解答①
Recently, sending messages on the internet has become popular. Thanks to this, communication has been easier and more convenient. For instance, it takes much fewer times than using letters and you can send them anytime. However, communication on the internet causes some troubles such as giving unintended meaning.
予想問題②
In recent years, most people have used a hybrid vehicle (HV) or a gas-powered car. Other than that, there are also some people who have another kind of car, an electric vehicle (EV).
Using an electric vehicle has some benefits. Since they do not release CO2 at all while driving, using it helps us prevent global warming from getting worse. In addition, electric vehicles have large electricity storage in them, so they can give us electricity when an earthquake stops the electricity system in a house.
On the other hand, the majority of people tend to avoid buying an electric vehicle because it is far more expensive than a conventional car. Moreover, it takes much time to recharge electricity, and there are few charging spots. Therefore, people might feel that it is inconvenient to use an electric car.
模範解答②
In recent years, some people have bought an electric vehicle. It has some benefits, such as preventing global warming or providing electricity during an emergency. However, there are some disadvantages including the high price and inconvenience, such as the lack of charging spots and the slow speed of recharging.
予想問題③
In the past, lifetime employment and long working hours were common in Japan. However, in recent years, among the younger generation, the demand for flexible work arrangements is increasing as the importance of work-life balance has been emphasized.
Flexible work options allow employees to adjust their schedules to fit their needs, reducing stress and improving overall job satisfaction. Therefore, flexible work options support those who can't work long hours or need to take care of their families. Moreover, during a snowstorm, employees can continue working from home instead of going to work.
On the other hand, flexible work options may lead to difficulties in gaining understanding and recognition from coworkers and bosses. This could affect promotions and salaries. Additionally, meeting various needs could be costly and may negatively impact the company's profits.
模範解答③
Recently, the importance of work-life balance has been emphasized. It has some benefits such as making it easier to meet various needs of employees. However, there are some disadvantages including difficulties in gaining understanding and recognition from coworkers and bosses and affecting negatively the company's profits
予想問題④
Recently, there has been a lot of focus on environmental protection. Some people are installing solar panels on their homes to generate electricity among various efforts such as reducing electric cars and plastic products.
Additionally, installing solar panels not only benefits the environment by using clean, renewable energy but also cuts down on monthly electricity bills. They also play an important role in providing electricity during disasters or emergencies when power supply is stopped.
However, installing solar panels can be expensive initially, and there are additional costs for repairs and regular maintenance. Also, there is a possibility that depending on the season, they may not save on electricity bills. Moreover, the maintenance cost of solar panels might exceed the savings in electricity bills
模範解答④
Recently, some people are installing solar panels on their homes to generate electricity. They offer benefits in terms of savings in the long run. However, there are some disadvantages such as the high initial costs, and risk that regular maintenance exceeds the savings in electricity bills depending on the seasons.
予想問題⑤
For many years, English has been the main foreign language taught in schools. However, recently, there is a growing idea that students should learn languages other than English. Some schools are now offering opportunities to learn languages like Chinese or French from high school.
Learning a foreign language other than English can be beneficial for university entrance exams. It can also give students a big advantage in choosing second language courses at university. Moreover, being able to use three languages can definitely be an advantage in the workforce.
On the other hand, adding another foreign language in addition to English could add more pressure already busy students. For students involved in club activities or attending cram schools, learning another language could be mentally challenging, adding to the difficulties they already face with English.
模範解答⑤
Recently, there is a growing opinion that students should learn languages besides English. It offers some advantages for the future, such as in universities and the workforce. However, there are some disadvantages such as putting pressure on students due to limited study time and the challenges they already encounter with English.
予想問題⑥
Lately, The number of high school students who own smartphones has been increasing. Therefore, there are many opinions about using them in classes. Some people say it should be acceptable to use smartphones during classes.
What are the benefits of using smartphones in class? With a smartphone, students can look up answers to their questions without interrupting the class. Some students might find it hard to ask questions during class, but they can use their phones to look up an answer themselves or to message their teacher.
On the other hand, some students use their smartphones to check social media or do unrelated things during class. This not only affects other students but also impacts the whole class. Also, relying on smartphones for information can lead to accessing wrong answers or explanations, which could negatively impact test scores.
模範解答⑥
Some people say it should be acceptable to use smartphones during classes. It has some benefits such as using them effectively during classes to look up answers without stopping the class. However, there are some disadvantages including negative effects on students' scores due to doing unrelated activities during classes or accessing wrong information.
予想問題⑦
When people consider where they live, they usually choose big cities to reside in for many years because of the advantages they offer. However, in recent years, more and more people are moving from big cities to small cities.
What are the reasons for this? In small cities, people often share with their neighbors because there are fewer people, which can create a strong relationships community. Also, people know each other and have a culture of helping each other out, leading to economic benefits.
On the other hand, some people complain that there are fewer places to go. If people living in small cities watch a TV commercial for a new product, they may have trouble buying it due to the limited options such as restaurants and malls. Moreover, they have fewer opportunities to visit museums or zoos, as these places are more commonly located in bigger cities.
模範解答⑦
In recent years, many people are moving from big cities to small towns. Living in a small town has economic benefits thanks to strong relationships. For example, people often share with their neighbors. However, residents of small cities have fewer opportunities compared to those in big cities. There are fewer places for fun, such as restaurants, malls, museums, and zoos.
予想問題⑧
Until a few years ago, it was common for students to take their classes in classrooms. However, in recent years, online education systems have become widespread, and online education is becoming increasingly mainstream as a new form of education.
What are the advantages of online education? With online education, students can receive classes not only in classrooms but also in places where they can concentrate easily, such as at home or in cafes. Additionally, they can adjust their study times to fit their own lifestyles, even taking classes in the evening.
On the other hand, because teachers cannot always monitor students, some students may ignore the class or become lazy. Moreover, if the learning environment at home is not suitable, maintaining motivation can be challenging.
模範解答⑧
In recent years, online education has become increasingly popular, allowing students to learn whenever and wherever they want. However, on the other hand, some students find it difficult to concentrate during online classes and struggle to maintain motivation.
予想問題⑨
Recently, the number of foreign workers in Japan has been increasing. In fact, it's not uncommon to see many foreign employees at supermarkets and convenience stores.
What are the benefits of this increase in foreign workers? Japan's labor force is decreasing due to factors such as low birth rates and an aging population, and this decline is not expected to stop. Therefore, by compensating for the insufficient workforce in places like factories and fast food restaurants, foreign workers help support society.
However, differences in culture can lead to issues. The increase in foreign workers may lead to manners problems such as noise and littering on trains, which can escalate into social issues. Additionally, language barriers can result in misunderstandings with instructions in restaurants and difficulties in understanding contract terms when foreign workers are making purchases or renting apartments.
模範解答⑨
In the last few years, the number of foreign workers in Japan has been increasing. They offer advantages in that they compensate for the lack of workers due to factors such as low birth rates and an aging population. However, sometimes the differences in language and culture can cause problems in society. For example, these differences might lead to noise and litter issues on trains.
予想問題⑩
Recently, thanks to rapid technological advancement, it has become common to have their own phone. It has helped people communicate with workers, friends, and family members anytime and anywhere. Along with this trend, there has been an increasing percentage of young people who have smartphones for themselves.
How does it affect them? Having their phones enables them to tell what they should to their friends or parents soon. They can also ask questions or ask for help from anyone with whom they have a contact address. In addition, they could learn how to use the Internet correctly at an early age. That experience helps them when they get older.
However, on the other hand, because smartphones have attractive and fun applications generally, children can be prevented from concentrating on anything other than smartphones. Moreover, the more time they spend on smartphone use, the less time they have to exercise, communicate with people around them in person, and study. Eventually, they could become fat, feel lonely, and get low grades at their school.
模範解答⑩
Recently, more young people have had their smartphones. Using them at an early age has some benefits, such as easier contact with people around them and the opportunity to get used to the Internet. However, it could cause some bad effects including decreased concentration, bad physical and mental health conditions, and poor academic performance.
予想問題⑪
In the past, to graduate from school, students needed to go to a classroom and take a class face-to-face. However, these days, some people started to establish a new online school and offer a new style of study.
What are its unique features? In most online schools, teachers just upload the class materials on the Internet, so students can study them whenever they want. In addition, because it does not decide where they have to study, students can study in their houses, cafes, and even their friend’s houses if there is the Internet to which they can access.
On the other hand, they can fail to concentrate on studying the class materials because they have to study alone, and no one forces them to study. Some students might not be able to decide when and how long they will study in a day on their own. It is possible that they cannot finish the course that they have to in a certain period.
模範解答⑪
These days, online schools have started offering a new style of study. In online schools, there are some benefits, such as the opportunity for students to study class materials anytime and anywhere. On the other hand, students could face some problems, such as less concentration on their studies and failure to finish their course.
予想問題⑫
A few decades before, people shared the same things in their house with family members, for example, music, TV programs, and even the telephone. Now, because of the spread of smartphones that can do anything on one device, people started to use them individually.
What are the implications for them? Thanks to smartphones, each family member can watch different TV programs, dramas, and movies at the same time, and listening to favorite music is possible anytime as well. Every family member feels less stressed because they do not need any arguments with others about who can watch a favorite TV program or listen to music.
On the other hand, because people come to share fewer things with other family members, they lose more chances to talk about a certain topic that everyone knows about or to share their opinions. Eventually, it could lead to a situation that worsens the family relationship.
模範解答⑫
Recently, smartphones have made what each family member does more individualized. Individualization by smartphones has some benefits, such as the reduction of family members’ stress. However, smartphones can have a bad impact on family relationships including the loss of opportunities for communication in a family.
予想問題⑬
It has been common for taxi drivers to take customers to where they want to go. Today, in some countries, there is another spreading option, called ridesharing: drivers, who use their cars, play a similar role to taxis.
What are the benefits of it? In ridesharing, you do not have to wait so long because you can see the location of nearby drivers on a car available on your smartphone and request the closest one to pick you up at your location immediately. You can share the car and the cost with another passenger, so it is often cheaper than a traditional taxi.
On the other hand, you may cause an argument with someone by riding the wrong car that you are not supposed to because, unlike taxis, driver’s cars do not have any symbol and it is difficult to find the correct car. Moreover, you are more likely to get involved in a car accident because drivers are often exhausted due to their long driving time.
模範解答⑬
Today, ridesharing has been spreading as a transportation option. Using it has some benefits, such as a short time to wait until drivers pick users up and a cheap riding fee. On the other hand, there is a possibility of facing some problems, including arguments by riding the wrong car and a traffic accident.
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