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External Exam|外部試験対策
University Intermediate Level 10|大学中級レベル 10

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 working student who wanted to reduce her energy consumption.

1. In the first picture, what did the working student notice?
Answer:
2. In the second picture, what did the working student do?
Answer:
3. In the third picture, what happened to the working student’s electric bill?
Answer:
4. In the fourth picture, what happened to the working student?
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 working student was looking at his increased electric bill.” 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 working student was looking at her increased electric bill.
.
A few days later, .
.
In the next month, .
.
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 working student, 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 saving energy has any corresponding disadvantages?
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 saving energy has any corresponding disadvantages?
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 have received your electric bill for the month of April. Look at the bill and answer the questions.

1. How many kilowatts did you consume this month?
Answer:
2. What is the total amount you should 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.

External Exam|外部試験対策
University Advanced Level 1|大学上級レベル 1

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: Posting “selfies” or one’s own pictures online harms his/her privacy.
2. How does pollution affect a country’s economy?
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 .
Can you explain about 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, please 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: Posting “selfies” or one’s own pictures online harms his/her privacy.
2. How does pollution affect a country’s economy?
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 .
Can you explain about 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 looking at a digital movie list. Please look at the list and answer the questions.

1. What is the second most recommended movie?
Answer:
2. For which month are these recommendations?
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.

Conversation(Expert Chapter 1)|日常会話(上級1章)
Lesson21: Driver’s License

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. As luck would have it 運よく
  As luck would have it, I passed the
driving test after taking it for the first time.
2.  better safe than sorry 備えあれば憂いなし
  Safety must be our priority. It’s better to be safe than sorry.
3. head in the clouds 空想にふけっている
  You need to be in the present moment. Don’t have your head in the clouds.
4. to know something like the back of one’s hand よく知っている
  I’m not familiar with this neighborhood. I hope I’ll know it like the back of my hand soon.
5. no pain, no gain 痛みなくして得るものなし
  If you really want to succeed, you need to practice hard consistently. Remember, no pain, no gain!
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. As luck would have it 
Answer:
2.better safe than sorry 
Answer:
3.head in the clouds 
Answer:
4.to know something like the back of one’s hand 
Answer:
5.no pain, no gain 
Answer:
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

What are you up to, Emma?
Ron! I’m glad you’re here. I have good news!

Really? Spill the beans!
I finally have a driver’s license! As luck would have it, I passed the
driving test on my first attempt.

How cool! Congratulations! I’m sure you worked hard for that.
I wish I knew our city like the back of my hand, though. And I’m not
confident with my driving skills just yet.

You’ll get there soon. What’s more important is making sure you’re driving safely. It’s better to be safe than sorry. You can’t drive with your head in the clouds. You need to stay focused and alert at all times.
That’s true. I guess constant practice really is the key.

That’s a fact. As what they say, “No pain, no gain”.
Let’s go for a drive sometime next week.

PART C_1
Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.
PART C_2
PART D_1
Fill in the blanks and complete the conversation.
PART D_2
1. A: How well do you know our neighborhood?
B: I know it like ______________________________.
2. A: As ______________________, I managed to find a good parking spot in less than five minutes.
B: So, that’s why you look so elated.
3. A: I don’t think I can do this. I feel like giving up.
B: No one said it’s going to be easy. _________________, remember?
4. A: Fasten your seatbelt, please. It’s ______________________.
B: Right, thanks for reminding me.
5. A: It seems that your _______________________.
B: I just can’t stop worrying about my driving test tomorrow.
PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
You are talking to your driving teacher. Ask him or her about the best practices in order to pass the driving test. Your tutor will pretend to be your driving teacher.
PART E_3
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.

Conversation (Expert Chapter 1)|日常会話(上級1章)
Lesson20: Being Rich

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. well-off 富裕な、うまくいっていて
  With her designer bag and sports car, it’s easy to tell that she is well-off.
2. Don’t count your chickens before they hatch. 取らぬ狸の皮算用
  The best advice my financial adviser gave me goes, “Don’t count your chickens before they hatch”.
3. Don’t put all your eggs in one basket. 一つのことに全てをかけるな
  In investing, diversification is important. In other words, we should not put all our eggs in one basket.
4. snowball effect 雪玉効果(徐々に勢いがつき、インパクトを増す出来事)
  It’s not an overnight success. In fact, he attributes his success to the concept of snowball effect.
5. rags to riches 無一文から大金持ちになった人
  Are you looking for a good book? This book about a family’s rags to riches story is worth the read.
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. well-off 
Answer:
2. Don’t count your chickens before they hatch. 
Answer:
3. Don’t put all your eggs in one basket. 
Answer:
4. snowball effect 
Answer:
5. rags to riches 
Answer:
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

Do you remember our elementary classmate named Fred?
Yes, I remember. Why did you ask?

I saw him at the mall yesterday. He said they are moving to New York next month.
Cool. They must be well-off now.

Sure, they are. Both of his parents are investors. He also shared with me some of his parents’ advice about becoming rich. First, don’t count your chickens before they hatch which means we should not make plans based on something that has not happened yet. Rather, we should be results-oriented.
Oh, that’s a good one. What other advice did you get?

He also said that we shouldn’t put all our eggs in one basket. Simply put, it’s not advisable to focus on just one type of resource, just in case we lose it all.
Marvelous. I learned a lot today. It seems that becoming rich also takes
a lot of wisdom. Also, it’s not something that happens quickly. Rather,
we should be consistent with our habits until we get our desired results,
just like the snowball effect.

It’s similar to the concept of compounding, right?
You’re right. Learning about Fred’s rags to riches story is so motivating.

PART C_1
Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.
PART C_2
PART D_1
Fill in the blanks and complete the conversation.
PART D_2
1. A: How did you know that he is from a ________ family?
B: Well, he arrived here with two bodyguards and a personal assistant.
2. A: She managed to earn her first million by reinvesting her money each time.
B: It’s called the _________________.
3. A: What does the phrase, “Don’t count ____________________” mean?
B: It means you should not plan on spending the money that you are yet to earn.
4. A: What’s the best advice you’ve ever been given?
B: Don’t put _________________________________.
5. A: This film is trending right now. What is it all about?
B: It’s about a __________________________ story.
PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
You are talking to the wealthiest person in your country. Ask him or her about what it is like to be filthy rich. You may also ask for some advice on becoming rich. Your tutor will pretend to be the wealthy person.
PART E_3
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.

Conversation (Expert Chapter 1)|日常会話(上級1章)
Lesson19: What’s on TV?

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. What’s on TV? テレビで何やってるの?
  You seem to be enjoying that show. What’s on TV?
2. be living for… ~のために生きている、
  The cast is incredible. I’m living for this show!
3. Great minds think alike. 賢人は皆同じように考えるものだ
  I think so. Well, I guess great minds think alike.
4. couch potato カウチポテト (余暇はテレビばかり観る人)
  Watching TV is enjoyable but don’t forget to make time for exercise. Don’t be a couch potato.
5. hit the sack 睡眠の準備を整える
  I need to relax after a long day at work. That’s why I watch my favorite TV show before I hit the sack.
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. What’s on TV? 
Answer:
2. be living for… 
Answer:
3. Great minds think alike. 
Answer:
4. couch potato 
Answer:
5. hit the sack 
Answer:
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

Hi Emma! What’s on TV?
My favorite sitcom is on. They have an amazing cast. I’m living for this!
It’s just sad that this is actually their last episode. I really hope they
renew for another season.

Oh, you like that show too? Great minds think alike, indeed.
I didn’t know you are into comedy shows.

Well, you never asked. By the way, don’t you worry because the production announced yesterday that they are definitely going to return for season 2.
Are you kidding? Oh my! That made my day.

Look, the show is over. Now, get up and don’t be a couch potato.
But I want to watch it again.

The sun is still up. We can still go for a walk with my dog. You can’t just sit there all day, you know.
You’ve got a point. Okay, I’ll go. I’ll just rewatch the show before hitting
the sack later.

PART C_1
Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.
PART C_2
PART D_1
Fill in the blanks and complete the conversation.
PART D_2
1. A: Do you like the show “Alvin the Great?”
B: Certainly. I’m _________________!
2. A: What do you usually do before you _____________?
B: I make sure to catch up on the news and other current events.
3. A: I agree with you when you said that her character is important and deserves more airtime.
B: Great ________________, I guess.
4. A: You’ve been in front of the screen the whole day. Come on, don’t be a _______________.
B: But I can’t help it.
5. A: I heard you laughing out loud from the kitchen. What’s ______________?
B: My favorite variety show is on.
PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
You and your classmate are talking about a TV show that you both like. Talk about what you like about the show and your favorite characters. Your tutor will pretend to be your classmate.
PART E_3
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.

Conversation (Expert Chapter 1)|日常会話(上級1章)
Lesson18: Having a Baby

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. expecting a baby 妊娠している、出産を控えている
  We have good news! We are expecting a baby.
2. far along 進捗する、進む(How far along someone~ で(人)は妊娠何か月ですか? という意味になる)
  Congratulations! How far along are you?
3. name A after B BにちなんでAを名付ける
  I have decided to name my baby after my grandmother.
4. over the moon 非常に幸せで,大喜びして
  We have waited for this for years, and so we are over the moon now.
5. one step at a time 一歩ずつ
  I’m not fully ready for this responsibility. But I’m going to take it one step at a time.
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. expecting a baby 
Answer:
2.far along 
Answer:
3. name A after B 
Answer:
4. over the moon 
Answer:
5. one step at a time 
Answer:
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

Emma! I have good news.
Whoa, you startled me! What is it?

My parents are expecting a baby. It’s a baby boy. I’m going to be a big brother soon! I’m over the moon right now!
Oh, yes, I can see that. How far along is your mom?

She is currently five months pregnant, so we still have plenty of time to think of a name. What do you think is a good name?
Hmm. How about a name that starts with letter R, just like your name?

Actually, we’ve been thinking of naming him after my grandfather. His name was Richardson. Perhaps, the name Richard will be a good one?
Yes, that’s a really nice name.

I believe being a big brother comes with a big responsibility. I’m not sure if I’m completely ready yet. But I’m going to take it one step at a time.
You’re right, it’s going to make a significant difference in your life. I’m so
happy for your family.

PART C_1
Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.
PART C_2
PART D_1
Fill in the blanks and complete the conversation.
PART D_2
1. A: How _________ is your wife in her pregnancy?
B: She is now eight months pregnant.
2. A: Do you have a name for your baby yet?
B: We are going to _____________ after my favorite musician whose music helped me cope during difficult times.
3. A: I called to tell you that my aunt is _______________.
B: Congratulations to her!
4. A: Are you ready to be a mother?
B: I’m not one hundred percent ready, but I’m willing to take it __________.
5. A: How do you feel about your mom’s pregnancy?
B: I’m _______________, of course.
PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
You are talking to your neighbor who is expecting to have a new baby in the family. Ask him or her about the gender of the baby, and how far along the mother is in her pregnancy. You may also suggest some baby names. Your tutor will pretend to be your neighbor.
PART E_3
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.

Conversation (Expert Chapter 1)|日常会話(上級1章)
Lesson17: Taking Time Out

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. on the cards 起こりそう
  I heard you’ve got vacation plans. What’s on the cards for this weekend?
2. It’s a good thing that… ~するのはよいことです
  You haven’t taken a leave for five years. It’s a good thing you have decided to finally do so.
3. go along with 賛成する、協力する
  That’s a good suggestion. I’d go along with that.
4. to make money お金を稼ぐために
  Sometimes, we forget to live because we’re too busy making money.
5. to put your feet up 横になって休む
  Don’t feel guilty to take a leave. It’s okay to put your feet up from time to time.
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. on the cards 
Answer:
2. It’s a good thing that… 
Answer:
3. go along with 
Answer:
4. to make money 
Answer:
5. to put your feet up 
Answer:
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

I’m so looking forward to the long weekend.
Same here. Actually, I already have everything planned out.

That’s amazing. So, what’s on the cards for this weekend?
On Friday, I’m going to a spa with some friends to unwind. The next day,
I’m going to visit my grandparents. I’m going to help out in the farm.
And then, I’ll have a movie marathon with my sister on Sunday.

That sounds a lot of fun! It’s a good thing we get to take some time out.
We have to make money, of course. But we also have to take a break to
refresh our minds. That way, we can sustain our productivity.

I’d go along with that. We shouldn’t feel guilty about putting our feet up once in a while. In fact, it’s even helpful to our career. I mean, we don’t want to be burned out, right?
That’s right. So, how about you? Do you have any plans yet?

Nothing special. But I have piles of books that I need to pick up again. I’m hoping I can get a fresh perspective by reading those books.
That’s a good idea as well.

PART C_1
Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.
PART C_2
PART D_1
Fill in the blanks and complete the conversation.
PART D_2
1. A: What do you think of my plan for the trip?
B: It’s nice. I’d _____________________.
2. A: It’s a __________________ that your supervisor approved your vacation leave.
B: I know, right? I’m so grateful for this.
3. A: I think I lack motivation lately. Can you give me some advice?
B: I think it’s best if you ________________ for a few days.
4. A: What’s on _______________ tonight?
B: I’m going to a buffet for dinner with my family.
5. A: He is so caught with __________________.
B: He’s the breadwinner at home, that’s why.
PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
You are talking to a coworker about taking some time out. Talk about the importance of taking a leave from work. Also, discuss your vacation plans with your coworker. Your tutor will pretend to be your coworker.
PART E_3
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.

Conversation(Expert Chapter 1)|日常会話(上級1章)
Lesson16: Looking for a Restaurant

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. I could do with some help, please. 少し手伝っていただけますか?
  I could do with some help, please. Do you know where this restaurant is located?
2. highly recommend… 強く勧める、一押しする
  If you’re looking for affordable Italian dishes, then I highly recommend the restaurant in front of the hotel.
3. around the corner 角を曲がった所に、すぐ近くに
  There is a Chinese restaurant around the corner.
4. hole in the wall 目立たない場所、狭い場所
  There’s a hole in the wall restaurant across the street.
5. sought-after 珍重される、ひっぱりだこの
  This sophisticated cafe is sought-after even by celebrities.
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. I could do with some help, please. 
Answer:
2. highly recommend… 
Answer:
3. around the corner 
Answer:
4. hole in the wall 
Answer:
5. sought-after 
Answer:
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

Hi, Emma. Are you busy? I could do with some help, please.
I’m not so busy. How can I help?

My friends and I are planning a surprise birthday party for Joe. I was assigned to look for a restaurant where we can have the party. A hole in the wall will probably do.
Oh, I see. Well then, I highly recommend Jerry’s barbecue. It’s a nice
spot since it’s just around the corner.

Awesome! How about their food? Is it good?
I believe so. It has a lot of patrons. And it’s sought-after by online
influencers. It’s all over social media now.

Great! That’s a big help, Emma.
No worries. When is the party, by the way?

It’s this Saturday.
It usually gets crowded on weekends, so it’s better if you make a reservation.

PART C_1
Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.
PART C_2
PART D_1
Fill in the blanks and complete the conversation.
PART D_2
1. A: Where are you going?
B: I’m going to try the newly opened restaurant. It’s just _____________________.
2. A: I’m looking for a _________________ restaurant.
B: You should head to Jones Avenue. You will find many of them there.
3. A: I am craving Mexican food.
B: Then, I _________________ Taco city. It’s the best Mexican restaurant in town.
4. A: I heard this restaurant is ____________ by students.
B: You’re right. It’s because of their fast service and reasonable prices.
5. A: Excuse me, I could _______________, please.
B: Of course. What can I do for you?
PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
You are looking for a restaurant to celebrate your football team’s win in the last game. Ask your brother/sister to recommend a nice place to have the victory party. Mention the kinds of food that your teammates like. Your tutor will pretend to be your brother/sister.
PART E_3
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.

Conversation(Expert Chapter 1)|日常会話(上級1章)
Lesson15: Looking for an Apartment

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. Can I ask a favor? お願いがあります。
  Sorry to bother you, but can I ask a favor?
2. I’m looking for… ~を探しています
  My company assigned me to another branch in a different city, so I’m looking for a new place to stay.
3. with regard to… ~に関して
  Let me help you find what you’re exactly looking for. Do you have any preference with regard to design?
4. a blessing in disguise 災い転じて福となる
  It was troublesome looking for a new apartment, but I’ve got a lot of opportunities since I moved here. It was a blessing in disguise.
5. on the dot ~時ちょうどに、時間通りに
  My schedule for today is quite tight, so we have to start our meeting on the dot.
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. Can I ask a favor? 
Answer:
2. I’m looking for… 
Answer:
3. with regard to… 
Answer:
4. a blessing in disguise 
Answer:
5. on the dot 
Answer:
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

Good afternoon! You must be Emma.
Yes, it’s me. I’ll be your real estate agent.

Great! I’m looking for a studio-type apartment in Okayama.
Oh, I can help you with that. Do you have any preference with regard to
amenities?

Yes. I’ll be working from home most of the time. Can I ask a favor? I need a room with a stable internet connection.
Sure, I’ll take note of that.

I was transferred to a different department in my company which does not require me to come to the office regularly. I was agitated at first. But looking at it now, I can have more free time since I’ll be working remotely.
Is that so? We can consider it a blessing in disguise.

I guess you could say that. So, when is the apartment viewing going to be?
It’s going to be on Wednesday at 9 a.m. I’ll be there on the dot.

PART C_1
Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.
PART C_2
PART D_1
Fill in the blanks and complete the conversation.
PART D_2
1. A: Excuse me. Can _____________________?
B: Anytime. What is it?
2. A: Thank you for calling! How may I help you?
B: Hi! I’m ______________ a real estate agent around my area.
3. A: We need to start the presentation _______________.
B: Noted on that, sir.
4. A: Career switching is indeed burdensome. But I’m glad I get to start a new life in such a nice city.
B: As I see it, it’s a ________________________.
5. A: Let me further assist you. Do you ____________________ to the amenities?
B: Yes, I’d appreciate it if the place is strategically located near the station.
PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
You are talking to a real estate agent. Please describe what kind of apartment you are looking for. Also, please share with him or her why you’re moving to a different city. Make sure to set up a schedule for apartment viewing. Your tutor will pretend to be the real estate agent.
PART E_3
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.

Conversation(Expert Chapter 1)|日常会話(上級1章)
Lesson14: Taking a Taxi

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. Could you take me to… ~までお願いします
  Good morning! Could you take me to the station, please?
2. quickest route 最短経路
  I’m in a hurry. Could you take the quickest route?
3. How much is the fare? 運賃はいくらですか?
  Thank you for the ride. How much is the fare?
4. as quick as a flash 非常に素早い、即座に
  I managed to arrive on time because the taxi driver was as quick as a flash.
5. to chance upon ~に偶然出会う、~を偶然発見する
  To our surprise, we chanced upon the same taxi we took last week.
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. Could you take me to… 
Answer:
2. quickest route 
Answer:
3. How much is the fare? 
Answer:
4. as quick as a flash 
Answer:
5. to chance upon 
Answer:
PART B_1
Let’s read the dialogue. I will play Ron and you will play Emma. Then, we’ll switch roles.
PART B_2

Good morning! Oh, Emma, it’s you.
Ron? I’m so glad to chance upon you. I’m leaving for Okinawa for a
business meeting. Could you take me to the airport, please?

Oh, sure. You seem to be in a rush.
I sure am. In fact, I need to be at the airport in an hour or less. So, could
you please take the quickest route?

Okay, that’s what I’m going to do.
We’re here. Great! It only took us 45 minutes. You’re as quick as a flash!
Thanks a lot. How much is the fare?

Sure, anytime. It’s only $50.
Here, you can keep the change. I better get going.

Thank you, Emma. Have a safe flight!
PART C_1
Please summarize the conversation using your own words and expressions.
PART C_2
PART D_1
Fill in the blanks and complete the conversation.
PART D_2
1. A: That was a swift ride! How much _________________?
B: Thanks! The fare is $25.
2. A: Good day! Could you _____________________?
B: Yes, I could take you to the nearest shopping mall.
3. A: I _______________ an old friend on my way to work.
B: That’s wonderful. It must be fun to catch up with an old friend.
4. A: You’re as _______________. That’s incredible!
B: Well, as they say, “Time is money”.
5. A: I need to be there in less than 30 minutes. Could you __________________?
B: Yes, I could do that.
PART E_1
Let’s do a roleplay. Talk with me according to the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
You are hailing a taxi to get to the supermarket. Tell the driver that you are in a hurry because the store will close in two hours. Your tutor will pretend to be the driver.
PART E_3
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.