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External Exam|外部試験対策
University Intermediate Level 9|大学中級レベル 9

PART A_1
Please look at the pictures below. Then, please answer the questions based on the pictures.
PART A_2
This is a story about a man who wants to go on a vacation trip.

1. In the first picture, what did the man think about?
Answer:
2. In the second picture, what did he do?
Answer:
3. In the third picture, what did he do at the beach?
Answer:
4. In the fourth picture, what happened?
Answer:
PART A_3
Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. You may also give tips.)
PART A_4
PART A_5
Now, you will connect each sentence to tell a story. Your story should start with “One day, a man was thinking of going on a vacation trip.” You have two minutes to narrate the story.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. You may also give tips.)
PART A_6

One day, a man was thinking of going on a vacation trip.
.
A few minutes later, .
.
The next week, .
.
In the evening, .
.
PART A_7
Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. You may also give tips.)
PART A_8
PART A_9
I will ask a question about the picture below. Please answer based on your opinion.
Please answer in more than three sentences.
(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions to your student.)
PART A_10

Question: Please look at the fourth picture.
If you were the man, what would you be doing?
Answer:
PART B_1
Express your opinions on the following topics. You will be asked to give two answers. Your first answer should start with “I think so.” Your second answer should start with “I don’t think so.”

Now, please give your first answer, starting with “I think so.” Give at least one reason to support your opinion. Please answer in more than two sentences.
PART B_2
Do you think that a yearly luxury trip is better than several budget trips?
I think so.
PART B_3
Now, let’s review your answer.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)
PART B_4
PART B_5
Now, try to express your opinion in the opposite situation. Give at least one reason to support your opinion. You should start with “I don’t think so.” and answer in more than two sentences.
PART B_6
Do you think that a yearly luxury trip is better than several budget trips?
I don’t think so.
PART B_7
Now, let’s review your answer.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)
PART B_8
PART C_1
You will answer the questions based on the data below. I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
PART C_2
You will go on a guided tour of the Heritage Temple. Look at the poster and answer the questions.

1. What time does the tour start?
Answer:
2. How much do they have to pay?
Answer:
PART C_3
Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers. You may also give tips.)
PART C_4
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give short feedback on how your student did in your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Travel English|旅行英会話
Hotels8 : Room Service ホテル8ルームサービス

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. in advance 先に立って、あらかじめ
  This matter needs to be discussed as soon as possible, that’s why I scheduled a meeting in advance.
2. up-to-date 最新の
  The information from the magazine is not up-to-date. The stores featured there are already closed.
3. delicacy 珍味
  Kobe beef is a delicacy from Hyogo, Japan.
4. courtesy 礼儀
  My friend and I got free tickets to the concert courtesy of my brother who is a musician.
5. feedback フィードバック
  The restaurant received outstanding feedback from the tourists. They thought the food was superb!
PART B_1
Let’s learn today’s phrases. Read the sentences below.
PART B_2
Can I order coffee from room service?
Certainly. May I have your room number?
PART C_1
Let’s read the dialogue. After that, we’ll switch roles.
PART C_2
Mr. Parker
Good morning. Can I order coffee from room service?
Hotel staff
Certainly. May I have your room number?
Mr. Parker
It’s 2302. The name is Parker.
Hotel staff
Okay, Mr. Parker. Would you like to add anything else?
Mr. Parker
Not for now but I’d like to order dinner in advance.
Hotel staff
Certainly sir. What would you like to have?
Mr. Parker
Is your menu up-to-date?
Hotel staff
Yes, sir. All the delicacies listed there are available.
Mr. Parker
Well then, I’d like to have some caviar.
Hotel staff
Okay, sir. What time would you like your dinner brought to your room?
Mr. Parker
Around 8:00 pm would be nice.
Hotel staff
Okay, sir. Please expect your dinner around 8:00 pm. We’ll also give you a glass of wine courtesy of the hotel. How are you enjoying your stay so far?
Mr. Parker
It’s been amazing. Thank you.
Hotel staff
Thank you for the feedback sir.
PART D_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.
PART D_2
Mr. Parker
Good morning. Can I order coffee from room service?
Hotel staff
Certainly. May I have your room number?
Mr. Parker
It’s 2302. The name is Parker.
Hotel staff
Okay, Mr. Parker. Would you like to add anything else?
Mr. Parker
Not for now but I’d like to order dinner in ________.
Hotel staff
Certainly sir. What would you like to have?
Mr. Parker
Is your menu________?
Hotel staff
Yes, sir. All the ________listed there are available.
Mr. Parker
Well then, I’d like to have some caviar.
Hotel staff
Okay, sir. What time would you like your dinner brought to your room?
Mr. Parker
Around 8:00 pm would be nice.
Hotel staff
Okay, sir. Please expect your dinner around 8:00 pm. We’ll also give you a glass of wine ________ of the hotel. How are you enjoying your stay so far?
Mr. Parker
It’s been amazing. Thank you.
Hotel staff
Thank you for the ________ sir.
PART E_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.
PART E_2
Rebecca
Good morning. Can I order coffee from room service?
Hotel Staff
Certainly. May I have your room number?
Rebecca
It’s 2303. The name is Rebecca.
Hotel Staff
Okay, ma’am Rebecca. Would you like to add anything else?
Rebecca
Not for now but I’d like to order _______________.
Hotel Staff
Certainly ma’am. What would you like to have?
Rebecca
Is your menu________?
Hotel Staff
Yes, ma’am, it is up-to-date. I recommend our white truffle pasta. It’s a delicacy from Italy.
Rebecca
Well then, I’d like to have some of that, please.
Hotel Staff
Okay, ma’am. What time would you like your dinner brought to your room?
Rebecca
Around 7:00 pm would be nice.
Hotel Staff
Okay, ma’am. Please expect your dinner around 7:00 pm.
We’ll also give you a batch of garlic bread____________.
How are you enjoying your stay so far? We would appreciate any feedback.
Rebecca
That’s great. I’m enjoying my stay very much. Thank you.
PART F_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART F_2
You are at the Hilton Hotel. Call the hotel room service and ask your tutor, who will act as the hotel staff, if their menu is up-to-date and what their recommended delicacy is for the day.
PART F_3
PART F_4
You will be busy tomorrow morning. Call the room service and tell your tutor, who will act as the hotel staff, that you will order a cup of coffee in advance for tomorrow morning.
PART F_5
PART G_1
Let’s review today’s phrases with your tutor. Read the sentences below.
PART G_2
Can I order coffee from room service?
Certainly. May I have your room number?
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did in your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Travel English|旅行英会話
Transportation8 : Asking for Directions 移動8行き方を尋ねる

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. interrupt 割り込み
  It is best not to interrupt her when she is reading. Talk to her during her free time.
2. running in circles 堂々巡りをする、空回りする
  The boy was running in circles with his math homework. He just couldn’t get the right answer.
3. on the right track  正しい方向に向かって
  I will be finishing my degree in two months and this summer, I would have my first job. I’m on the right track.
4. aware 気がついて、認識して
  You should be aware of the people around you when you are walking. You might bump into someone.
5. signpost 道標、道しるべ
  The huge signpost pointed me to the direction of the park.
PART B_1
Let’s learn today’s phrases. Read the sentences below.
PART B_2
What should I do to get to A?
Which train should I take to go to A?
PART C_1
Let’s read the dialogue. After that, we’ll switch roles.
PART C_2
Mark
Excuse me. I am sorry to interrupt you, but could you please help me?
Stranger
Yes, of course.
Mark
I’ve been running in circles all day. What should I do to get to the Oxford Post Office?
Stranger
Well, you should be taking a train.
Mark
Which train should I take to go to Oxford Post Office?
Stranger
You should take the Great Northern Railway, it’s located at North Cross Railway Station.
Mark
And what’s the best way to get there from here?
Stranger
For that, you’ll be needing to take the bus.
Mark
I see. Sorry, but how do you get to the bus station?
Stranger
Go straight ahead to the traffic lights. Turn left. Walk past the supermarket.
Continue straight ahead for five minutes. It’s beside the public library.
Mark
Oh my, that’s a lot to remember! Thank you so much.
Stranger
Don’t worry. You’re on the right track. Just be aware of and follow the signposts and if you get lost, you can always ask someone.
Mark
Yes, thank you for helping me.
PART D_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, filling in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.
PART D_2
Mark
Excuse me. I am sorry to _______ you, but could you please help me?
Stranger
Yes, of course.
Mark
I’ve been ___________ all day. What should I do to get to the Oxford Post Office?
Stranger
Well, you should be taking a train.
Mark
Which train should I take to go to Oxford Post Office?
Stranger
You should take the Great Northern Railway, it’s located at North Cross Railway Station.
Mark
And what’s the best way to get there from here?
Stranger
For that, you’ll be needing to take the bus.
Mark
I see. Sorry, but how do you get to the bus station?
Stranger
Go straight ahead to the traffic lights. Turn left. Walk past the supermarket.
Continue straight ahead for five minutes. It’s beside the public library.
Mark
Oh my, that’s a lot to remember! Thank you so much.
Stranger
Don’t worry. ______________. Just be _______ of and follow the _________ and if you get lost, you can always ask someone.
Mark
Yes, thank you for helping me.
PART E_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, filling in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.
PART E_2
Mark
Good morning. I am sorry to__________. Could you help me with something, please?
Stranger
Yes, of course.
Mark
I’ve been ___________ all day. What should I do to get to the Oxford Hall?
Stranger
Well, you should be taking a train.
Mark
Which train should I take to go to Oxford Hall?
Stranger
You should take the Great Southern Railway, it’s located at South Cross Railway Station.
Mark
And what’s the best way to get there from here?
Stranger
For that, you’ll be needing to take the bus.
Mark
I see. Sorry, but how do you get to the bus station?
Stranger
Go straight ahead to the traffic lights. Turn right. Walk past the Italian restaurant. Continue straight ahead for five minutes. It’s beside the public square.
Mark
Oh my, that’s a lot to remember! Thank you so much.
Stranger
Don’t worry. ______________. Just be _______ of the________ and if you get lost, you can always ask someone.
Mark
Yes, thank you for helping me.
PART F_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART F_2
You find yourself lost. Ask your tutor, who will act as the stranger near you, which train goes to Oxford Hall.
PART F_3
PART F_4
You have to be at the post office in an hour. Ask your tutor, who will act as the stranger near you, the best way to get to Oxford Post Office.
PART F_5
PART G_1
Let’s review today’s phrases with your tutor. Read the sentences below.
PART G_2
What should I do to get to A?
Which train should I take to go to A?
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Travel English|旅行英会話
Transportation7 : Talking on the Train 移動7電車での会話

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. route map 路線図
  I was driving in the city for the first time so I brought with me a route map.
2. headed to ~に向かう
  She is headed to the garden to check her plants.
3. multiple  複数
  I have multiple tasks for today. I don’t know where to start!
4. metropolitan area  都内
  The metropolitan area is always busy. People never stop doing business.
5. journey 
  The journey to the mountains was a long and dangerous one.
PART B_1
Let’s learn today’s phrases. Read the sentences below.
PART B_2
Is this train going to A Station?
Where are we on this route map?
PART C_1
Let’s read the dialogue. After that, we’ll switch roles.
PART C_2
May
Excuse me, is this train going to East Peak Station?
Stranger
That’s correct.
(May takes out her route map.)
May
Where are we on this route map?
Stranger
Right there, on the left. Where are you headed to, if I may ask?
May
Oh, I’m headed to Brighton.
Stranger
That’s the last destination. There will be multiple stops. You’re going to get off at the 5th or 6th stop. Just wait for the signal and announcement.
May
I see. Thank you very much.
Stranger
Sure, no problem. You’re new here, aren’t you?
May
Is it that obvious?
Stranger
Well, yes. But don’t worry about it. I came here only a year ago and it’s been hard for me to get around the London Metropolitan Area.
May
Oh, I see.
Stranger
Have a safe and nice journey!
PART D_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, filling in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.
PART D_2
May
Excuse me, is this train going to East Peak Station?
Stranger
That’s correct.
(May takes out her route map.)
May
Where are we on this_______?
Stranger
Right there, on the left. Where are you headed to exactly, if I may ask?
May
Oh,________ to Brighton.
Stranger
That’s the last destination. There will be _______ stops. You’re going to get off at the 5th or 6th stop. Just wait for the signal and announcement.
May
I see. Thank you very much.
Stranger
Sure, no problem. You’re new here, aren’t you?
May
Is it that obvious?
Stranger
Well, yes. But don’t worry about it. I came here only a year ago and it’s been hard for me to get around the London __________.
May
Oh, I see.
Stranger
Have a safe and nice ________!
PART E_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, filling in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.
PART E_2
May
Excuse me, __________West Cross Station?
Stranger
That’s right.
May takes out her route map
May
Where are we on this_________?
Stranger
Over here. ____________ exactly, if I may ask?
May
Oh, I’m headed to Bradford Square.
Stranger
That’s the last destination. There will be _________. You’re going to get off at the 6th stop. Just wait for the signal and announcement.
May
I see. Thank you very much.
Stranger
Sure, no problem. You’re new here, aren’t you?
May
Is it that obvious?
Stranger
Well, yes. But don’t worry about it. I came here only a year ago and it’s been hard for me to get around the London ___________.
May
Oh, I see.
Stranger
__________________!
PART F_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART F_2
You are on the train for the first time. Ask your tutor, who will act as the passenger beside you, if the train is going to West Cross Station.
PART F_3
PART F_4
Someone on the train asks you for directions. Tell your tutor, who will act as the passenger, where she/he is on the route map.
PART F_5
PART G_1
Let’s review today’s phrases with your tutor. Read the sentences below.
PART G_2
Is this train going to A Station?
Where are we on this route map?
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Travel English|旅行英会話
Transportation6 : Taking a Taxi 移動6タクシー

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. hail a cab タクシーを呼び止める
  It is difficult to hail a cab these days. Only a few would actually stop.
2. patience 忍耐、忍耐力
  It took me a lot of patience waiting in line for pizza.
3. block  1 ブロック 《街区の一辺の距離》
  She lives one block from the grocery. It is very convenient for her.
4. up ahead この先
  There is a gas station sign up ahead. You can’t miss it.
5. cost 費用、(金額が)かかる
  This book costs ten dollars.
PART B_1
Let’s learn today’s phrases. Read the sentences below.
PART B_2
Do you know where I could get a taxi?
How much would that cost?
PART C_1
Let’s read the dialogue. After that, we’ll switch roles.
PART C_2
Sonya
Excuse me officer, do you know where I could get a taxi?
Officer
It’s easy to hail a cab in this area, miss.
You just need some patience, is all.
Just walk two blocks from here and you’ll see the taxi stand up ahead of you.
Sonya
I see. Thanks a lot.
(At the taxi stand)
Stranger
Looking for a taxi?
Sonya
Ah, yes. Taxis seem to drive by without stopping
Stranger
Well, that’s New York for you.
(The taxi arrives)
Stranger
Oh, now it’s raining. I’ll let you take this one. I don’t want you to get drenched.
Sonya
Oh my, thank you very much for your kindness.
Taxi driver
Where to, miss?
Sonya
2726 Broadway, please. How much would that cost?
Taxi driver
That would be $3.50.
Sonya
Okay, thanks.
PART D_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, filling in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.
PART D_2
Sonya
Excuse me officer, do you know where I could get a taxi?
Officer
It’s easy to________ in this area, miss.
You just need some ________, is all.
Just walk two _______from here and you’ll see the taxi stand ______ of you.
Sonya
I see. Thanks a lot.
(At the taxi stand)
Stranger
Looking for a taxi?
Sonya
Ah, yes. Taxis seem to drive by without stopping
Stranger
Well, that’s New York for you.
(The taxi arrives)
Stranger
Oh, now it’s raining. I’ll let you take this one. I don’t want you to get drenched.
Sonya
Oh my, thank you very much for your kindness.
Taxi driver
Where to, miss?
Sonya
2726 Broadway, please. How much would that______?
Taxi driver
That would be $3.50.
Sonya
Okay, thanks.
PART E_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, filling in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.
PART E_2
Sonya
Excuse me officer, do you know where I could get a taxi?
Officer
It is quite difficult to_______ in this area, miss, so you must ____________.
Just walk two _______from here and you’ll see the taxi stand.
Sonya
I see. Thanks a lot.
(At the taxi stand)
Stranger
Looking for a taxi?
Sonya
Ah, yes. Taxis seem to drive by without stopping
Stranger
Well, that’s New York for you. Oh look, there’s a taxi up ahead.
(The taxi arrives)
Taxi driver
Where to, miss?
Sonya
720 Fifth Avenue please. How much would that cost?
Taxi driver
That would be $4.50.
PART F_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART F_2
You are running late for an appointment and need to hail a taxi. Ask your tutor, who will act as the officer near you, where you can get a taxi.
PART F_3
PART F_4
You are inside the taxi. Tell your tutor, who will act as the taxi driver, your destination and ask how much it would cost.
PART F_5
PART G_1
Let’s review today’s phrases with your tutor. Read the sentences below.
PART G_2
Do you know where I could get a taxi?
How much would that cost?
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Travel English|旅行英会話
Flying4 : Talking with the flight crew 機内4乗務員との会話

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. adjust  調節する
  I always adjust the screen brightness of my laptop because it gets too dark.
2. request 頼む、お願い
  The child made a special request for her birthday. She wanted to visit the zoo.
3. option オプション
  All the hotels are booked. I have no other option where to stay.
4. mid-flight 飛行中に
  I know that this is your first time on a plane but you need to relax mid-flight.
5. thoughtful 親切な、思慮深い
  I told my friend about a book I would like to read. She got it for me today, how thoughtful!
PART B_1
Let’s learn today’s phrases. Read the sentences below.
PART B_2
May I get a blanket?
Do you have any Japanese newspapers?
PART C_1
Let’s read the dialogue. After that, we’ll switch roles.
PART C_2
Risa
Hi. May I get a blanket?
Attendant
Right away, ma’am. Would you like a pillow as well?
Risa
Yes, please.
(Flight attendant leaves.)
Attendant
Here are your blanket and pillow ma’am.
If you find that you are cold, you can adjust the temperature on the air conditioner.
Risa
Okay, thank you.
(Kenji asks for a Japanese newspaper.)
Kenji
Do you have any Japanese newspapers?
Attendant
Let me get back to you on that request, sir.
(Flight attendant leaves.)
Attendant
Hi, sir. Upon checking,
I’m afraid we don’t have any available Japanese newspapers.
Kenji
Oh, okay. I understand.
Attendant
My apologies, but your only option for a newspaper is an English one.
I also brought you a Japanese culture magazine that you might enjoy reading mid-flight.
Kenji
That’s very thoughtful. I’ll take both, thank you.
PART D_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, filling in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.
PART D_2
Risa
Hi. May I get a blanket?
Attendant
Right away, ma’am. Would you like a pillow as well?
Risa
Yes, please.
(Flight attendant leaves.)
Attendant
Here are your blanket and pillow, ma’am.
If you find that you are cold, you can ____________ on the air condition.
Risa
Okay, thank you.
(Kenji asks for a Japanese newspaper.)
Kenji
Do you have any Japanese newspapers?
Attendant
Let me get back to you on that __________, sir.
(Flight attendant leaves.)
Attendant
Hi, sir. Upon checking,
I’m afraid we don’t have any available Japanese newspapers.
Kenji
Oh, okay. I understand.
Attendant
My apologies, your only ______for a newspaper is an English one.
I also brought you a Japanese culture magazine that you might enjoy reading _______.
Kenji
That’s very _________. I’ll take both, thank you.
PART E_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, filling in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.
PART E_2
Risa
Hi, _____________ and a pillow, please?
Attendant
Right away, ma’am.
Risa
Thank you.
Attendant
Here are your blanket and pillow ma’am.
If you find that you are cold, you can adjust the temperature on the air condition.
Risa
Okay, thank you.
(Kenji asks for a Japanese newspaper.)
Kenji
_____________ Japanese newspapers? Oh, and I’d like some coffee as well, please.
Attendant
Let me get back to you on that _______, sir.
Attendant
Hi sir, upon checking, I’m afraid we don’t have any available Japanese newspapers.
Here is your coffee.
Kenji
Oh, okay. I understand. Thank you anyways.
Attendant
My apologies, I brought you a Japanese magazine instead.
Kenji
Thank you very much. I’ll read the magazine.
PART F_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART F_2
You want to read your book peacefully mid-flight. Request a pair of earphones to your tutor who will act as a flight attendant.
PART F_3
PART F_4
The child traveling alone beside you is cold. Request a blanket for him to your tutor, who will act as a flight attendant.
PART F_5
PART G_1
Let’s review today’s phrases with your tutor. Read the sentences below.
PART G_2
May I get a blanket?
Do you have any Japanese newspapers?
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

External Exam|外部試験対策
University Advanced Level 13|大学上級レベル 13

PART A_1
First, please choose a topic below. Then, express your opinion about the topic by following the format below. You have one minute to prepare.
PART A_2
Topic:
1. Agree or Disagree: All citizens should have equal access to education and healthcare.
2. Agree or Disagree: A country’s government should prioritize environmental protection when making policy decisions.
Answer: I have chosen the (first/second) topic,
(I agree / I disagree) with
First,
For example,
Secondly,
What if
To solve these issues,
PART A_3
Now, let’s review your answer. Then, please read it aloud.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers. You may also give tips.)
PART A_4
PART A_5
I will ask you two questions about your speech. Please answer.
PART A_6
1. You said that .
Could you explain it more?
Answer:
2. To solve that, you said .
Could you give me an example of a problem it may cause?
Answer:
PART A_7
Now, let’s review your answers. Then, please read them aloud.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers. You may also give tips.)
PART A_8
PART B_1
This time, please choose the other topic below. Then, express your opinion about the topic by following the format below. You have one minute to prepare.
PART B_2
Topic:
1. Agree or Disagree: All citizens should have equal access to education and healthcare.
2. Agree or Disagree: A country’s government should prioritize environmental protection when making policy decisions.
Answer: I have chosen the (first/second) topic,
(I agree / I disagree) with
First,
For example,
Secondly,
What if
To solve these issues,
PART B_3
Now, let’s review your answer. Then, please read it aloud.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers. You may also give tips.)
PART B_4
PART B_5
I will ask two questions about your speech. Please answer.
PART B_6
1. You said that .
Could you explain it more?
Answer:
2. To solve that, you said .
Could you give me an example of a problem it may cause?
Answer:
PART B_7
Now, let’s review your answers. Then, please read them aloud.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers. You may also give tips.)
PART B_8
PART C_1
You will answer the questions based on the data below. I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
PART C_2
You want to join a yoga class. Look at the list and answer the questions.

1. How much is the first class?
Answer:
2. How much do you have to pay for a one-year membership?
Answer:
PART C_3
Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers. You may also give tips.)
PART C_4
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give short feedback on how your student did in your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

External Exam|外部試験対策
University Advanced Level 12|大学上級レベル 12

PART A_1
First, please choose a topic below. Then, express your opinion about the topic by following the format below. You have one minute to prepare.
PART A_2
Topic:
1. Agree or Disagree: Paying by cash is better than paying by card.
2. Should schools focus on teaching students math and sciences instead of arts and music?
Answer: I have chosen the (first/second) topic,
(I agree / I disagree) with
First,
For example,
Secondly,
What if
To solve these issues,
PART A_3
Now, let’s review your answer. Then, please read it aloud.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers. You may also give tips.)
PART A_4
PART A_5
I will ask you two questions about your speech. Please answer.
PART A_6
1. You said that .
Could you explain it more?
Answer:
2. To solve that, you said .
Could you give me an example of a problem it may cause?
Answer:
PART A_7
Now, let’s review your answers. Then, please read them aloud.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers. You may also give tips.)
PART A_8
PART B_1
This time, please choose the other topic below. Then, express your opinion about the topic by following the format below. You have one minute to prepare.
PART B_2
Topic:
1. Agree or Disagree: Paying by cash is better than paying by card.
2. Should schools focus on teaching students math and sciences instead of arts and music?
Answer: I have chosen the (first/second) topic,
(I agree / I disagree) with
First,
For example,
Secondly,
What if
To solve these issues,
PART B_3
Now, let’s review your answer. Then, please read it aloud.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers. You may also give tips.)
PART B_4
PART B_5
I will ask you two questions about your speech. Please answer.
PART B_6
1. You said that .
Could you explain it more?
Answer:
2. To solve that, you said .
Could you give me an example of a problem it may cause?
Answer:
PART B_7
Now, let’s review your answers. Then, please read them aloud.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers. You may also give tips.)
PART B_8
PART C_1
You will answer the questions based on the data below. I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
PART C_2
You are checking your monthly website statistics performance. Look at the chart and answer the following questions.

1. Where do most of the visits come from?
Answer:
2. How many visits does your website get on an average day?
Answer:
PART C_3
Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers. You may also give tips.)
PART C_4
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give short feedback on how your student did in your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

External Exam|外部試験対策
University Intermediate Level 8|大学中級レベル 8

PART A_1
Please look at the pictures below. Then, please answer the questions based on the pictures.
PART A_2
This is a story about a mother who is thinking about making her child’s room more organized.

1. In the first picture, what did the child do?
Answer:
2. In the second picture, what did the mother think about?
Answer:
3. In the third picture, what happened to the room?
Answer:
4. In the fourth picture, what did her child do with the storage box?
Answer:
PART A_3
Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. You may also give tips.)
PART A_4
PART A_5
Now, you will connect each sentence to tell a story. Your story should start with “One day, a mother was thinking of buying storage boxes for her child’s room.” You have two minutes to narrate the story.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. You may also give tips.)
PART A_6

One day, a mother was thinking of buying storage boxes for her child’s room.
.
A few days later, .
.
Later that day, .
.
A few days later, .
.
PART A_7
Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. You may also give tips.)
PART A_8
PART A_9
I will ask a question about the picture below. Please answer based on your opinion. Please answer in more than three sentences.
(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions to your student.)
PART A_10

Question: Please look at the fourth picture.
If you were the parent, what would you be thinking?
Answer:
PART B_1
Express your opinions on the following topics. You will be asked to give two answers. Your first answer should start with “I think so.” Your second answer should start with “I don’t think so.”

Now, please give your first answer starting with “I think so.” Give at least one reason to support your opinion. Please answer in more than two sentences.
PART B_2
Do you think parents need to control their children’s behavior through punishment?
I think so.
PART B_3
Now, let’s review your answer.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)
PART B_4
PART B_5
Now, try to express your opinion in the opposite situation. Give at least one reason to support your opinion. You should start with “I don’t think so.” and answer in more than two sentences.
PART B_6
Do you think parents need to control their children’s behavior through punishment?
I don’t think so.
PART B_7
Now, let’s review your answer.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)
PART B_8
PART C_1
You will answer the questions based on the data below. I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
PART C_2
Mary is going to attend the parent-teacher conference for her child. Look at the poster and answer the questions.

1. Where will the conference take place?
Answer:
2. What is the purpose of this conference?
Answer:
PART C_3
Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers. You may also give tips.)
PART C_4
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give short feedback on how your student did in your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

Travel English|旅行英会話
Hotels4 : Changing your room ホテル4部屋の変更

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. move 動く、移動する
  Would you like to move to a different room?
2. inconvenience 不便
  Changing trains is just a small inconvenience for us.
3. availability 利用できること、有効
  Check the availability of the rooms first before checking in.
4. vacant 空(から)の、空いている
  Only a few rooms are vacant in the hotel.
5. overlook (…を)見晴らす
  I’d like a room where I can overlook the ocean, please.
PART B_1
Let’s learn today’s phrases. Read the sentences below.
PART B_2
I’d like to know if it’s possible for me to move to a different room.
The air conditioner is not working.
PART C_1
Let’s read the dialogue. After that, we’ll switch roles.
PART C_2
Jack
Hello. I’d like to know if it’s possible for me to move to a different room.
Receptionist
Good day, sir. Is there something wrong with your room?
Jack
Yeah, the air conditioner is not working.
Receptionist
We apologize for the inconvenience it has caused. Please give me a minute to check our room availability.
The receptionist checks for room availability.
Receptionist
Apologies for the wait. We can give you a vacant room on the 4th floor.
Jack
Does it overlook the forest?
Receptionist
Yes, it does.
Jack
Awesome. I’ll take that room.
Receptionist
Understood. Here’s the key to your room. Your room number is 407.
Jack
Thanks so much for the help!
PART D_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks as you remember the sentence you just read.
PART D_2
Jack
Hello. I’d like to know if it’s possible for me to _______________ to a different room.
Receptionist
Good day, sir. Is there something wrong with your room?
Jack
Yeah, the air conditioner is not working.
Receptionist
We apologize for the _______________ it has caused. Please give me a minute to check our room _______________.
The receptionist checks for room availability.
Receptionist
Apologies for the wait. We can give you a _______________ room on the 4th floor.
Jack
Does it _______________ the forest?
Receptionist
Yes, it does.
Jack
Awesome. I’ll take that room.
Receptionist
Understood. Here’s the key to your room. Your room number is 407.
Jack
Thanks so much for the help!
PART E_1
Let’s read the dialogue. Read aloud, and fill in the blanks with the vocabulary and expressions you learned.
PART E_2
Mary
Hi. I’d like to request to _______________ to a different room.
Receptionist
Hello, ma’am. May I know what’s wrong with your room?
Mary
The water heater in the shower room is not working.
Receptionist
We apologize for the _______________. Let me check our room availability.
The receptionist checks for room availability.
Receptionist
We have a _______________ room on the 5th floor.
Mary
Does it _______________ the sea?
Receptionist
Yes.
Mary
I’ll take it, then. Thanks so much!
Receptionist
You’re welcome. Here’s the key to your room. Your room number is 511.
PART F_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART F_2
You are staying in a hotel and the mini refrigerator is not working. Request for a room change from your tutor, who will pretend to be a receptionist.
PART F_3
PART F_4
You are staying in a hotel but the noise from an adjacent room is distracting. Request for a room change from your tutor, who will pretend to be a receptionist. Also, please make sure you get a room with an ocean view.
PART F_5
PART G_1
Let’s review today’s phrases with your tutor. Read the sentences below.
PART G_2
I’d like to know if it’s possible for me to move to a different room.
The air conditioner is not working.
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did in your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.