中高生が通う英語塾：英語1000プラス@まなびっこ がまとめています。
中学3年生の最初に英語が1だった生徒が一発英検3級合格した伝説の塾です。
以下の問題をまずは読んで解いてみてください。
Last weekend, Sakura and her friends went on a hiking trip to Green Mountain.They wanted to enjoy the beautiful nature and have some outdoor fun. They woke up early in the morning and packed their backpacks with water, snacks, and sunscreen. The weather was perfect with clear skies and a cool breeze.
As they started hiking, they noticed various types of flowers blooming along the trail. The bright colors and sweet fragrance filled the air. They also came across a small stream. They took a short break and refreshed themselves there.
After a couple of hours of hiking, they reached the mountain's summit. They could see the breathtaking view from the top. They took some memorable photos to capture the moment.
On their way back, they encountered some wild animals like squirrels and birds. It was a wonderful experience to observe wildlife up close.
Finally, they returned to their starting point, tired but happy. Sakura and her friends agreed that it was one of the best hiking trips. They thanked nature for its beauty and promised to come back again someday.
Q1. Why did Sakura and her friends go to Green Mountain?
a) To go camping b) To have a picnic c) To enjoy nature and have outdoor fun d) To observe wild animals
Q2. What did Sakura and her friends pack in their backpacks?
a) Water, snacks, and sunscreen b) Cameras and binoculars c) Maps and compasses d) Jackets and hats
Q3. What did they notice along the hiking trail?
a) Wild animals b) Beautiful flowers c) Streams and rivers d) Colorful tents
Q4. How did they feel when they reached the mountain's summit?
a) Tired and bored b) Excited and amazed c) Hungry and thirsty d) Cold and uncomfortable
Q5. What did Sakura and her friends do on their way back?
a) Climbed another mountain b) Had a picnic near the river c) Watched wild animals d) Played games in the park
答えは、
1. c) To enjoy nature and have outdoor fun
2. a) Water, snacks, and sunscreen
3. b) Beautiful flowers
4. b) Excited and amazed
5. c) Watched wild animals
解説
1. 第1段落の2行目に、They wanted to enjoy the beautiful nature and have some outdoor fun. とありますね。
2. 同じく、第1段落の3行目に、They woke up early in the morning and packed their backpacks with water, snacks, and sunscreen. とあります。
3. 第2段落の1行目に、they noticed various types of flowers blooming along the trail.とあります。
4. 第3段落の2行目と3行目に、They could see the breathtaking view from the top. They took some memorable photos to capture the moment. とあります。
breathtakingは、感動した際に、breath息がtaking取られるほどすごい、時に言います。それがamazed「驚いた」に当たります。またexcited「わくわくした」ために、その瞬間をキャプチャするための記憶に残る写真 some memorable photos to capture the moment を撮ったと考えられます。
5. 第4段落の1行目に、On their way back, they encountered some wild animals like squirrels and birds. と答えがあります。
以上です。
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