Eiken 2_11

DIRECTIONS

Read the passage silently for 20 seconds. Then, read the passage aloud in 1 minute starting from the title.

READ

Performing Arts

Nowadays, a lot of people are becoming interested in performing arts. The most common performing arts activities are dancing, singing, and acting. Some people do such activities, and by doing so they can share their talents and special skills with other people. They spend plenty of time to practice their performances, so they can give the best show to their audience.

QUESTION 1

Please look at the passage.
According to the passage, how can some people share their talents and special skills with other people?

ANSWER

QUESTION 2

Please look at the pictures and describe the situation.
Describe each picture in 2 sentences.

 
Your story should start with the following sentence:
One day, Kaori was talking to Yano about selling the tickets for her ballet show.

PICTURE

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1st picture:
One day, Kaori was talking to Yano about selling the tickets for her ballet show.
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2nd picture:
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3rd picture:
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QUESTION 3

Now, I will ask you the following question. Please give 2 reasons to support your answer.
Some people say that hard work is more important than talent.
What do you think about that?

ANSWER

I agree/disagree ____________________________________________________________.
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QUESTION 4

Now, I will ask you another question. Please give 2 reasons to support your answer.
These days, many people save money to start their own businesses in the future.
Do you think this is a good idea?

ANSWER

Yes/No ______________________________________________________________________.
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