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Eiken 2 Batch 2_2

2018年8月28日 weblio PH

DIRECTIONS

In this lesson, you will practice describing pictures.

PICTURE 1

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

Your story should start with the following sentence:
One day, Keigo was talking to his friend Saki about snowboarding.

ANSWER

1st picture:
One day, Keigo was talking to his friend Saki about snowboarding.
____________________________________________________________.
2nd picture:
____________________________________________________________.
____________________________________________________________.
3rd picture:
____________________________________________________________.
____________________________________________________________.

PICTURE 2

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

Your story should start with the following sentence:
One day, Goro was talking to his wife Suzu about going to a barbecue.

ANSWER

1st picture:
One day, Goro was talking to his wife Suzu about going to a barbecue.
____________________________________________________________.
2nd picture:
____________________________________________________________.
____________________________________________________________.
3rd picture:
____________________________________________________________.
____________________________________________________________.

PICTURE 3

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

Your story should start with the following sentence:
One day, Yuzuru was talking to his friend Rin about hiking.

ANSWER

1st picture:
One day, Yuzuru was talking to his friend Rin about hiking.
____________________________________________________________.
2nd picture:
____________________________________________________________.
____________________________________________________________.
3rd picture:
____________________________________________________________.
____________________________________________________________.

PICTURE 4

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

Your story should start with the following sentence:
One day, Takumi was talking to Akane about camping.

ANSWER

1st picture:
One day, Takumi was talking to Akane about camping.
____________________________________________________________.
2nd picture:
____________________________________________________________.
____________________________________________________________.
3rd picture:
____________________________________________________________.
____________________________________________________________.

PICTURE 5

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

Your story should start with the following sentence:
One day, Souma was talking to Aya about buying a gift.

ANSWER

1st picture:
One day, Souma was talking to Aya about buying a gift.
____________________________________________________________.
2nd picture:
____________________________________________________________.
____________________________________________________________.
3rd picture:
____________________________________________________________.
____________________________________________________________.

Eiken 2 Batch 1_4

2018年8月28日 weblio PH

DIRECTIONS

In this lesson, you will practice answering questions.
Please answer in complete sentences.
I will correct your sentences if necessary.

DIRECTIONS

Now, I will ask you the following questions. Please give two reasons to support your answer.

QUESTION 1

Today in Japan, students attend a school trip every year.
Do you think schools should require all students to join this school event?

ANSWER

QUESTION 2

These days, some students stop going to school and start working already.
Do you think this is a good idea?

ANSWER

QUESTION 3

These days, most teenagers enjoy amusement park rides like rollercoasters.
Do you think these rides are safe?

ANSWER

QUESTION 4

Today, some coffee shops are open 24 hours a day.
Do you think all coffee shops should do this in the future?

ANSWER

QUESTION 5

These days, some customers receive wrong items when shopping online.
Do you think online shopping is more convenient than shopping in malls?

ANSWER

QUESTION 6

Today, some English novels are translated into Japanese.
Do you think more foreign books should be translated into Japanese?

ANSWER

QUESTION 7

These days, most people prefer eating fast food to cooking their own food.
Do you think this is a good idea?

ANSWER

QUESTION 8

Nowadays, most students spend a lot of time on social networking sites.
Do you think this is a good idea?

ANSWER

QUESTION 9

Today, many teenagers do not watch news.
Do you watch the news?

ANSWER

QUESTION 10

Today, many people follow a healthy diet. Do you like eating healthy foods?

ANSWER

Eiken 2 Batch 1_3

2018年8月28日 weblio PH

DIRECTIONS

In this lesson, you will practice answering questions.
Please answer in complete sentences.
I will correct your sentences if necessary.

DIRECTIONS

Now, I will ask you the following questions. Please give two reasons to support your answer.

QUESTION 1

Some people say that schools should not require all students to play sports.
What do you think about that?

ANSWER

QUESTION 2

Some people say that all cities should not allow the use of plastic bags.
What do you think about that?

ANSWER

QUESTION 3

Some people say that all Japanese dishes are healthy.
What do you think about that?

ANSWER

QUESTION 4

Some people say that everyone is responsible for protecting the environment.
What do you think about that?

ANSWER

QUESTION 5

Some people say that it is better to do a task late than never to do it at all.
What do you think about that?

ANSWER

QUESTION 6

Some people say that the internet can be used to share wrong information.
What do you think about that?

ANSWER

QUESTION 7

Some people say that all schools should have uniforms.
What do you think about that?

ANSWER

QUESTION 8

Some people say that teachers should not give homework on holidays.
What do you think about that?

ANSWER

QUESTION 9

Some people say that the internet is one of man’s greatest invention.
What do you think about that?

ANSWER

QUESTION 10

Some people say that music helps people feel better.
What do you think about that?

ANSWER

Eiken 2 Batch 2_1

2018年8月28日 weblio PH

DIRECTIONS

In this lesson, you will practice reading passages and answering questions.

PASSAGE 1

Please read the passage below silently for 20 seconds.
Then, please read aloud the passage starting from the title.
I will correct your pronunciation as you read.

READ

Basic Computer Skills

These days, having basic computer knowledge is one of the most important skills at work. Students are encouraged to study basic computer skills so they can learn how to use computers properly. Having basic computer skills is a must to be employed in most companies. Many companies prefer applicants with such skills, and so many students attend basic computer courses at school.

QUESTION

According to the passage, why do many students attend basic computer courses at school?

ANSWER

PASSAGE 2

Please read the passage below silently for 20 seconds.
Then, please read aloud the passage starting from the title.
I will correct your pronunciation as you read.

READ

Cultural Festival

Cultural festival is an activity held by many schools in Japan. Guests and students from other schools attend the event to learn about the school’s culture. Students share their talent in music, dance, and arts through cultural festival presentations. Students spend time to prepare and practice for these presentations, and by doing so they can provide a great show for the event.

QUESTION

According to the passage, how can students provide a great show for the event?

ANSWER

PASSAGE 3

Please read the passage below silently for 20 seconds.
Then, please read aloud the passage starting from the title.
I will correct your pronunciation as you read.

READ

International Companies

Nowadays, a lot of companies have branches abroad. Having a branch outside their country requires learning foreign languages like English. Being able to communicate with foreign businessmen is important in business. Because of this, there is a need for people who can speak two or more languages. Companies like banks and manufacturing employ these people, and in this way companies can grow their business internationally.

QUESTION

According to the passage, how can companies grow their business internationally?

ANSWER

PASSAGE 4

Please read the passage below silently for 20 seconds.
Then, please read aloud the passage starting from the title.
I will correct your pronunciation as you read.

READ

Garbage Pollution

Nowadays, plastic products like cups, bottles, and bags have been one of the major causes of garbage pollution around the world. Because of this, some businesses sell products made of paper and other materials to replace plastic. Most people are encouraged to use such products and avoid plastic that causes pollution, and in this way people can help in reducing garbage pollution.

QUESTION

According to the passage, how can people help in reducing garbage pollution?

ANSWER

PASSAGE 5

Please read the passage below silently for 20 seconds.
Then, please read aloud the passage starting from the title.
I will correct your pronunciation as you read.

READ

Volunteer Work

These days, a lot of people have been participating in volunteer work. Some volunteer groups focus on out of school children. These children cannot go to school due to lack of money for education. Some volunteers teach these children the basic skills such as reading, writing, and counting. Volunteer teachers teach them such skills, and by doing so they can help out of school children.

QUESTION

According to the passage, how can volunteer teachers help out of school children?

ANSWER

Eiken 2 Batch 2_3

2018年8月28日 weblio PH

DIRECTIONS

In this lesson, you will practice answering questions.
Please answer in complete sentences.
I will correct your sentences if necessary.

QUESTION 1

Some people say that everyone should be careful when using social networking sites.
What do you think about that?

ANSWER

QUESTION 2

Some people say that it is better for students to start learning a foreign language at a young age.
What do you think about that?

ANSWER

QUESTION 3

Some people say that everyone should eat vegetables only.
What do you think about that?

ANSWER

QUESTION 4

Some people say that technology has more disadvantages than advantages.
What do you think about that?

ANSWER

QUESTION 5

Some people say that everyone should help others without asking for anything in return.
What do you think about that?

ANSWER

QUESTION 6

Some people say that learning how to play musical instruments is an important skill.
What do you think about that?

ANSWER

QUESTION 7

Some people say that everyone should buy only what they need.
What do you think about that?

ANSWER

QUESTION 8

Some people say that it is better to use computer tablets than notebooks in school. What do you think about that?

ANSWER

QUESTION 9

Some people say that taking photos is important when traveling.
What do you think about that?

ANSWER

QUESTION 10

Some people say that riding a bus or a train is more convenient than driving a car.
What do you think about that?

ANSWER

READ

Retiring

Nowadays, many elderly people choose to continue working despite their age. They want to stay active and learn new things. That is why some of them choose not to leave their jobs even at the age of 60. This is the minimum retiring age. Elderly people continue to work at such age, and by doing so they can enjoy their career longer.

QUESTION 2

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

Your story should start with the following sentence:
One day, Mr. Sato was talking to Ms. Goto about his retirement.

PICTURE

2-10

1st picture:
One day, Mr. Sato was talking to Ms. Goto about his retirement.
____________________________________________________________.
2nd picture:
____________________________________________________________.
____________________________________________________________.
3rd picture:
____________________________________________________________.
____________________________________________________________.

DIRECTIONS

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

READ

Title

(passage)

QUESTION 1

Please look at the passage.
According to the passage, (question)

ANSWER

DESCRIBING PICTURES

Please study the picture below.

PICTURE A

(picture a)

QUESTION 2

Please look at picture A.
They are doing different things. Tell me as much as you can about what they are doing. Please describe the picture using 5 actions.

ANSWER

1. ______________________________________________________________________
2. ______________________________________________________________________
3. ______________________________________________________________________
4. ______________________________________________________________________
5. ______________________________________________________________________

DESCRIBING PICTURES

Please study the picture below.

PICTURE B

(picture b)

QUESTION 3

Now, please look at the (wo/man) in picture B.
Please describe the situation.

ANSWER

QUESTION 4

Do you think (question)

If yes → Please tell me more.
If no → Why not?

ANSWER

QUESTION 5

(topic)
Do you (question)

If yes → Please tell me more.
If no → Why not?

ANSWER

1.	Why is land resource important to humans?
Answer:
2.	Where can the basic needs of humans be acquired from?
Answer:
3.	How many percent of humans’ basic needs are acquired from land?
Answer:

Words and Expressions	Sample Sentences
natural
resource
agricultural
shelter
acquire

1.	What do you think is the most important resource we can get from land?
Answer:
2.	Why is it important to save land resources?
Answer:
3.	Do you think it is good to construct more buildings even if it harms nature?
Answer:
4.	Do you think the government should do more to save forests and its resources?
Answer:
5.	Do you think farmers play an important role in developing the economy?
Answer:
6.	What do you think students can do to help save land resources?
Answer:
7.	Do you think mining destroys land resources?
Answer:

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