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Exam Prep
Beginner – Lesson 5

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Part A Listening
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A_1
I will read a passage once. Choose the most appropriate answer to the question. Please listen carefully.
(Read aloud the script in [PART A_1] the tutor guide, which is in red font.)
Hints
suddenly 急に
attention 注意
elderly 年配の
passenger 乗客
another 別の
A_2
What did the young man do after he got off the train?
a. He gave the bag to an elderly woman.
b. He left the bag on the train.
c. He gave the bag to another passenger.
d. He took the bag home with him.
Answer:
Part B Listening & Description Practice
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B_1
Look at the four similar pictures below. Please answer the questions about the differences between the pictures.

B_2
1. Look at pictures 1 and 3. What is the difference between pictures 1 and 3?

Answer: The difference between pictures 1 and 3 is the _______.
In picture 1, the girl has ______ hair.
In picture 3, the girl has ______ hair.
2. Look at pictures 3 and 4. What is the difference between pictures 3 and 4?
Answer: The difference between pictures 3 and 4 is the ______.
In picture 3, the girl is ______ a book in her arm.
In picture 4, the girl is ______ a book.
B_3
3. I will read the script aloud. Which picture matches the script? Please listen carefully.
(Read aloud the script in [PART B_3] the tutor guide, which is in red font.)

B_4
3. Which picture matches the script?
Answer: I think picture ___ matches the script.
4. Why did you choose that picture? Please tell me the reason and describe the picture you chose.
Answer: I chose picture ___ for two reasons. First, the girl has ______ hair. Second, she is ______ a book in her arm.
Part C Reading a Graph
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C_1
Look at the graph below. It shows how the number of internet users has changed over time. What can we learn from this graph? Please read the information silently. You have one minute to read.

The graph shows the number of internet users from 1990 to 2020. The X-axis shows the years. The Y-axis shows the number of internet users, starting from 100 million to 4 billion.
(Wait for one minute for the customer to read silently.)
Hints
X-axis X軸
Y-axis Y軸
100 million 1億
4 billion 40億

C_2
1. In which year did the number of internet users reach 2 billion?
Answer: The number of internet users reached 2 billion in the year ____.
2. How many internet users were there in 2020?
Answer: In 2020, there were _____________ internet users.
3. Based on your answers to 1 and 2, explain what you can see in the graph.
Answer: The graph shows that the number of internet users increased a lot from 20___ to 20___.
Hints
reach 達する
increase 増加する
Part D Reading Information
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D_1
You are a member of an international club at your school, and you plan to travel to European countries this summer. You have several options for places to visit during your trip.
(Wait for one minute for the customer to read silently.)
Hints
international 国際的な
European ヨーロッパ諸国
options 選択肢

Hints
feature 特徴
exhibit 展覧会
multilingual 多言語を話す、多言語に対応した
explanation 説明
admission 入場料
collection 所蔵品
insight 洞察
cultural 文化的な
performance 公演、演奏
historical 歴史的な
campus （大学などの）キャンパス
activity 活動

D_2
1. Both the library and the university …
a. offer cultural performances and historical tours.
b. have exhibits about Europe and are open until 9:00 pm.
c. charge no admission and provide multilingual explanations.
d. are free to visit and help you learn about history.
Answer:
2. Which parts of the information make you think that?
Answer: Looking at the features and admission details, both the library and the university are _______ to visit and help you learn about ________. So, I think ______ is the correct answer.
Part E Reading the Discussion & Your Opinion
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E_1
Two people are having a conversation about a topic where they have differing opinions. Please read the entire dialogue aloud.
*differing opinions　異なる意見
*entire　すべて
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E_2
Katy
 Gab, do you have any plans for the weekend?
Gab
 I’m going mountain climbing with some friends on Saturday. Do you want to come?
Katy
 Thank you, but I’m staying at home. I’m not an outdoor-type person.
Gab
 You could make an exception. Climbing mountains is an incredible experience. You’re out in the open, surrounded by nature. Also, it’s good exercise.
Katy
 I’d rather just go to the gym if I want to exercise. It only takes an hour, and I feel pleasant and refreshed afterward.
Gab
 Yes, but the gym isn’t a real challenge. Climbing mountains forces you to push yourself to your limits.
Katy
 Maybe, but to me, it seems too unsafe.
Gab
 Not at all. Cars or even stairs hurt many more people than mountains.
Katy
 I guess we’re different, then.
Gab
 That’s true. Anyway, I have to get ready now. See you next time!

mountain climbing　登山
exception　例外
incredible　信じられない
experience　経験
exercise　運動
challenge　挑戦
limits　限界
unsafe　安全でない

E_3
1. What are they talking about?
Answer: They are talking about ___________.
2. Between Katy and Gab, who agrees and who disagrees with the topic?
Agree: _______ agrees with the topic.
Disagree: _______ disagrees with the topic.
3. What is one of the opinions in the conversation that agrees with the topic?
Answer: Mountain climbing is an incredible __________ because you’re out in the open, surrounded by nature.
4. What is one of the opinions in the conversation that disagrees with the topic?
Answer: Mountain climbing seems too __________.
5. If you agree with the topic, what do you think is a good point?
Answer: I think __________ to your limits is a good point. is a good point.
Example:
– Enjoying beautiful nature　美しい自然を楽しむこと
– Challenging your own limits　自分の限界に挑戦すること
　
6. If you disagree with the topic, what do you think is a bad point?
Answer: I think __________ is a good point.
Example:
– Being in unsafe situations　危険な状況にいること
– Needing a lot of time　多くの時間が必要なこと
　
7. Finally, please tell me your own opinion. Do you agree or disagree that mountain climbing is an incredible experience?
Answer: I agree. / I disagree.
Because ____________________________________.
Part F Free Talk
F_1
Let’s do a free talk about the following topics.
(Please do a free talk if you have time left.)

friend

F_2
Do you like outdoor adventures like mountain climbing, hiking, or camping? Why or why not? Why or why not?
What is a challenging activity you have done recently? How did you feel about it?
Have you ever had a moment when you thought, “I can’t do this!” but kept going? What happened?
F_3
Answer:

Exam Prep
【Tutor Guide】Intermediate – Lesson 4

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Part A Listening
A_1
I will read a dialogue once. Choose the most appropriate answer to the question. Please listen carefully.
Read the script aloud once, including each character’s name in the dialogue.

(Script; read along with character names)
Yuta: Are you okay? You don’t look well.
Riko: I’m okay, but I’m sleepy and tired.
Yuta: Didn’t you sleep well last night?
Riko: No, I had to study for today’s test until late.
Yuta: I see. You should go home early and get some rest.
Riko: Thanks, I’ll do that.

A_2

What does the woman plan to do next?
a. Study for more tests.
b. Go home early and get some rest.
c. Drink coffee to stay awake.
d. Meet friends after school.
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
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The answer is “b. Go home early and get some rest.”
Please read aloud the answer sentence(s).
Good job! Let’s move on to the next.
Part B Listening & Description Practice
B_1
Look at the four similar pictures below. Please answer the questions about the differences between the pictures.

B_2
1. Look at pictures 1 and 3. What is the difference between pictures 1 and 3?
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
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The answer is,
———
In picture 1, the bicycle has one basket on the back.
In picture 3, the bicycle has two baskets on the front and back.

———

*(insert hint if needed)
2. Look at pictures 2 and 4. What is the difference between pictures 2 and 4?
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
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The answer is,
———
In picture 2, the bicycle has one basket on the front.
In picture 4, the bicycle has no basket.

———

B_3
I will read a passage once. Choose the most appropriate answer to the question. Please listen carefully.
Read aloud the script below once.
(Script) Tom, put the luggage in the bicycle baskets. Vegetables on the front, drinks on the back.

B_4
3. Which picture matches the script?
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
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The answer is,
———
I think picture 3 matches the script.
———
4. Why did you choose that picture? Please tell me the reason and describe the picture you chose.
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
———
I chose picture 3 because the bicycle has two baskets. The script said to put luggage on the front and back.

———
Awesome! Let’s move on to the next.

Part C Reading a Graph
C_1
Look at the graph below. It shows the percentage of electric vehicles from the total vehicle sales in different countries. What can we learn from this graph? Please read the information silently. I will give you one minute to read.
(Wait one minute for the customer to read silently.)

C_2
1. What can we learn about the countries with the highest electric vehicle sales?
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
———
Most of the countries with the highest electric vehicle sales are from Europe.
———
2. Which country has the lowest percentage of electric vehicles in total vehicle sales?
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
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The answer is,
———
China has the lowest percentage of electric vehicles in total vehicle sales, with 4.4%.
———
3. Based on the answers to Questions 1 and 2, what can we see about electric vehicle sales in Europe and Asia?
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
———

The graph shows that most countries with high electric vehicle sales are from Europe, while China, from Asia, has the lowest percentage of electric vehicle sales.

———
You did a great job reading and describing the graph!
Let’s move on to the next.

Part D Reading Information
D_1
You are studying about international dishes. Your teacher asked you to do research on how to cook using herbs. You find a website and read it so you can learn the best way to use them. Please read the information silently. I will give you one minute to read.
(Wait one minute for the customer to read silently.)

D_2
1. Both lemongrass and dill…
a. are good with ethnic dishes
b. have strong smells and flavors
c. must be heated before cooking
d. are the fresher, the better
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
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The answer is,
———
“d. Both lemongrass and dill are the fresher, the better”
———
2. Which parts of the information make you think that?
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
———
Looking at the better ways to eat in both descriptions.
For lemongrass, fresh is recommended because dried tastes different than fresh.
For dill, it is mentioned that dried is not a substitute for fresh.
———
Part E Reading the Discussion & Sharing Your Opinion
E_1
Two people are having a conversation about a topic where they have differing opinions. Please read the entire dialogue aloud.

*insert hint if needed
*insert hint if needed
(Make the customer read aloud the entire dialogue alone. Wait for the customer to finish reading.)

E_2
Elena
 Do you plan to buy a car, Stephen?
Stephen
 Yes. I’ll be starting work in two months, and I am considering driving myself.
Elena
 Oh, no! You’d better think twice. A car is expensive.
Stephen
 I know. That’s why I’m thinking of buying a used car.
Elena
 It’s not just the cost. I mean, there are additional expenses such as parking, gasoline, taxes, insurance, and maintenance.
Stephen
 I hadn’t thought about those things.
Elena
 Besides, your office is downtown. The subway is much faster than driving there.
Stephen
 You are right. Driving to work is not a good idea. But I still want to buy a car.
Elena
 Why don’t you share a car? It is ideal for people who need a car right away and for a limited time.
Stephen
 Now I have another option. I can’t decide whether to buy one or not.
E_3
1. What are they talking about?
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
———
They are talking about buying a car.
———
2. Between Elena and Stephen, who agrees and who disagrees with the topic?
Agree:
Disagree:
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
———
Stephen agrees with the topic.
Elena disagrees with the topic.

———

3. What is one of the opinions in the conversation that agrees with the topic?
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
———
That’s why I’m thinking of buying a used car.
———
4. What is one of the opinions in the conversation that disagrees with the topic?
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
———
A car has additional expenses such as parking, gasoline, taxes, insurance, and maintenance costs.
———
5. If you agree with the topic, what do you think is a good point?
Answer:
Example:
insert hint if needed
insert hint if needed
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)

　
6. If you disagree with the topic, what do you think is a bad point?
Answer:
Example:
insert hint if needed
insert hint if needed
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
　
7. Finally, please tell me your own opinion. What do you think about the topic?
Buying a car.
Answer: I agree. / I disagree.
Because ____________________________________.
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
Part F Free Talk
F_1
Let’s do a free talk about the following topics.
(Please do a free talk if you have time left.)

friend

F_2
What is your favorite holiday?
How do you usually celebrate holidays?
Where do you usually spend your holidays?
F_3
Answer:

Exam Prep
Intermediate – Lesson 4

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Part A Listening
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A_1
I will read a dialogue once. Choose the most appropriate answer to the question. Please listen carefully.
(Read aloud the script in [PART A_1] the tutor guide, which is in red font.)
A_2
What does the woman plan to do next?
a. Study for more tests.
b. Go home early and get some rest.
c. Drink coffee to stay awake.
d. Meet friends after school.
Answer:
Part B Listening & Description Practice
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B_1
Look at the four similar pictures below. Please answer the questions about the differences between the pictures.
add if needed　
add if needed

B_2
1. Look at pictures 1 and 3. What is the difference between pictures 1 and 3?

Answer:
*insert hint here (change accordingly)
2. Look at pictures 2 and 4. What is the difference between pictures 2 and 4?
Answer:
B_3
I will read a passage once. Choose the most appropriate answer to the question. Please listen carefully.
(Read aloud the script in [PART B_3] the tutor guide, which is in red font.)

B_4
3. Which picture matches the script?
Answer:
4. Why did you choose that picture? Please tell me the reason and describe the picture you chose.
Answer:
Part C Reading a Graph
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C_1
Look at the graph below. It shows the percentage of electric vehicles from the total vehicle sales in different countries. What can we learn from this graph? Please read the information silently. I will give you 1 minute to read.
(Wait one minute for the customer to read silently.)

C_2
1. What can we learn about the countries with the highest electric vehicle sales?
Answer:
2. Which country has the lowest percentage of electric vehicles in total vehicle sales?
Answer:
3. Based on your answers to 1 and 2, explain what you can see in the graph.
Answer:
Part D Reading Information
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D_1
You are studying about international dishes. Your teacher asked you to do research on how to cook using herbs. You find a website and read it so you can learn the best way to use them. Please read the information silently. I will give you 1 minute to read.
(Wait one minute for the customer to read silently.)

D_2
1. Both lemongrass and dill…
Answer:

add if needed

2. Which parts of the information make you think that?
Answer:
Part E Reading the Discussion & Sharing Your Opinion
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E_1
Two people are having a conversation about a topic where they have differing opinions. Please read the entire dialogue aloud.
*hint (add manually)
*hint ( add manually)
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E_2
Elena
 Do you plan to buy a car, Stephen?
Stephen
 Yes. I’ll be starting work in two months, and I am considering driving myself.
Elena
 Oh, no! You’d better think twice. A car is expensive.
Stephen
 I know. That’s why I’m thinking of buying a used car.
Elena
 It’s not just the cost. I mean, there are additional expenses such as parking, gasoline, taxes, insurance, and maintenance.
Stephen
 I hadn’t thought about those things.
Elena
 Besides, your office is downtown. The subway is much faster than driving there.
Stephen:
 You are right. Driving to work is not a good idea. But I still want to buy a car.
Elena
 Why don’t you share a car? It is ideal for people who need a car right away and for a limited time.
Stephen
 Now I have another option. I can’t decide whether to buy one or not.
E_3
1. What are they talking about?
Answer:
2. Between Elena and Stephen, who agrees and who disagrees with the topic?
Agree:
Disagree:
3. What is one of the opinions in the conversation that agrees with the topic?
Answer:
4. What is one of the opinions in the conversation that disagrees with the topic?
Answer:
5. If you agree with the topic, what do you think is a good point?
Answer:
Example:
– add if needed
– add if needed
　
6. If you disagree with the topic, what do you think is a bad point?
Answer:
Example:
– add if needed
– add if needed
　
7. Finally, please tell me your own opinion. What do you think about the topic?
Buying a Car
Answer: I agree. / I disagree.
Because ____________________________________.
Part F Free Talk
F_1
Let’s do a free talk about the following topics.
(Please do a free talk if you have time left.)

friend

F_2
What is your favorite holiday?
How do you usually celebrate holidays?
Where do you usually spend your holidays?
F_3
Answer:

Exam Prep
Beginner – Lesson 4

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Part A Listening
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A_1
I will read a dialogue once. Choose the most appropriate answer to the question. Please listen carefully.
(Read aloud the script in [PART A_1] the tutor guide, which is in red font.)
A_2
What does the woman plan to do next?
a. Study for more tests.
b. Go home early and get some rest.
c. Drink coffee to stay awake.
d. Meet friends after school.
Answer:
Hints
stay awake 起きている
Part B Listening & Description Practice
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B_1
Look at the four similar pictures below. Please answer the questions about the differences between the pictures.
Hints
on the front/back 前に/後ろに 　　　　　　

B_2
1. Look at pictures 1 and 3. What is the difference between pictures 1 and 3?
Answer: In picture 1, the bicycle has ______ basket on the back.
In picture 3, the bicycle has ______ baskets on the front and ______.
2. Look at pictures 2 and 4. What is the difference between pictures 2 and 4?
Answer: In picture 2, the bicycle has ______ basket on the ________.
In picture 4, the bicycle has ______ basket.
B_3
I will read a passage once. Choose the most appropriate answer to the question. Please listen carefully.
(Read aloud the script in [PART B_3] the tutor guide, which is in red font.)

B_4
3. Which picture matches the script?
Answer: I think picture ___ matches the script.
4. Why did you choose that picture? Please tell me the reason and describe the picture you chose.
Answer: I chose picture ___ because the bicycle has _____ baskets. The script said to put luggage on the _______ and _______.
Part C Reading a Graph
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C_1
Look at the graph below. It shows the percentage of electric vehicles from the total vehicle sales in different countries. What can we learn from this graph? Please read the information silently. You have one minute to read.
(Wait one minute for the customer to read silently.)
Hints
electric 電気の
vehicles 車両
total 合計
sales 売上

Hints

The Netherlands　オランダ

C_2
1. What can we learn about the countries with the highest electric vehicle sales?
Answer: Most of the countries with the highest electric vehicle sales are from _______.
2. Which country has the lowest percentage of electric vehicles in total vehicle sales?
Answer: _______ has the lowest percentage of electric vehicles in total vehicle sales, with 4.4%.
3. Based on the answers to Questions 1 and 2, what can we see about electric vehicle sales in Europe and Asia?
Answer: The graph shows that most countries with high electric vehicle sales are from ______, while ______, from Asia, has the lowest percentage of electric vehicle sales.
Hints
electric 電気の
vehicles 車両
total 合計
sales 売上
Part D Reading Information
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D_1
You are studying about international dishes. Your teacher asked you to do research on how to cook using herbs. You find a website and read it so you can learn the best way to use them. Please read the information silently. I will give you one minute to read.
(Wait one minute for the customer to read silently.)

D_2
1. Both lemongrass and dill…
a. are good with ethnic dishes
b. have strong smells and flavors
c. must be heated before cooking
d. are the fresher, the better
Answer:
2. Which parts of the information make you think that?
Answer: Looking at the better ways to eat in both descriptions.
For lemongrass, _______ is recommended because dried tastes different than _______.
For dill, it is mentioned that _______ is not a substitute for fresh.
Hints
ethnic dishes エスニック料理
be heated 加熱される
description 説明
Part E Reading the Discussion and Sharing Your Opinion
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E_1
Two people are having a conversation about a topic where they have differing opinions. Please read the entire dialogue aloud.
*differing opinions　異なる意見
*entire　すべて
(Make the customer read aloud the entire dialogue alone. Wait for the customer to finish reading.)

E_2
Elena
 Do you plan to buy a car, Stephen?
Stephen
 Yes. I’ll be starting work in two months, and I am considering driving myself.
Elena
 Oh, no! You’d better think twice. A car is expensive.
Stephen
 I know. That’s why I’m thinking of buying a used car.
Elena
 It’s not just the cost. I mean, there are additional expenses such as parking, gasoline, taxes, insurance, and maintenance.
Stephen
 I hadn’t thought about those things.
Elena
 Besides, your office is downtown. The subway is much faster than driving there.
Stephen:
 You are right. Driving to work is not a good idea. But I still want to buy a car.
Elena
 Why don’t you share a car? It is ideal for people who need a car right away and for a limited time.
Stephen
 Now I have another option. I can’t decide whether to buy one or not.
E_3
1. What are they talking about?
Answer: They are talking about __________.
2. Between Elena and Stephen, who agrees and who disagrees with the topic?
Agree: _______ agrees with the topic.
Disagree: _______ disagrees with the topic.
3. What is one of the opinions in the conversation that agrees with the topic?
Answer: Thinking of buying a ______ car.
4. What is one of the opinions in the conversation that disagrees with the topic?
Answer: A car has __________ such as parking, gasoline, taxes, insurance, and maintenance costs.
5. If you agree with the topic, what do you think is a good point?
Answer: I think ______________________ is a good point.
Example:
– improving convenience　利便性が高まる
– taking a seat always　いつも座ることができる
　
6. If you disagree with the topic, what do you think is a bad point?
Answer: I think ______________________ is a bad point.
Example:
– the high cost　高い費用
– needing to have a driver license　運転免許証が必要になる
　
7. Finally, please tell me your own opinion. What do you think about the topic?
“Buying a Car”
Answer: I agree. / I disagree.
Because ____________________________________.
Part F Free Talk
F_1
Let’s do a free talk about the following topics.
(Please do a free talk if you have time left.)

friend

F_2
1. What do you enjoy the most about holidays?
2. Tell me about a holiday memory you really liked.
3. If you could spend a holiday anywhere, where would you go and why?
F_3
Answer:

Exam Prep
【Tutor Guide】Beginner – Lesson 4

TUTORS NOTE
!!! This is the TUTOR GUIDE for customized material for Exam Prep BEGINNER LESSON 4 !!!
– Follow the instructions in all parts, which are in red font.
Part A Listening
A_1
I will read a dialogue once. Choose the most appropriate answer to the question. Please listen carefully.
Read the script aloud once, including each character’s name in the dialogue.
(Script; read along with character names)
Yuta: Are you okay? You don’t look well.
Riko: I’m okay, but I’m sleepy and tired.
Yuta: Didn’t you sleep well last night?
Riko: No, I had to study for today’s test until late.
Yuta: I see. You should go home early and get some rest.
Riko: Thanks, I’ll do that.
A_2
What does the woman plan to do next?
a. Study for more tests.
b. Go home early and get some rest.
c. Drink coffee to stay awake.
d. Meet friends after school.
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is “b. Go home early and get some rest.”
Please read aloud the answer sentence(s).
Good job! Let’s move on to the next.
Hints
stay awake 起きている 　　　　　　
Part B Listening & Description Practice
B_1
Look at the four similar pictures below. Please answer the questions about the differences between the pictures.
Hints
on the front/back 前に/後ろに 　　　　　　

B_2
1. Look at pictures 1 and 3. What is the difference between pictures 1 and 3?
Answer: In picture 1, the bicycle has ______ basket on the back.
In picture 3, the bicycle has ______ baskets on the front and ______.
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
———
In picture 1, the bicycle has one basket on the back.
In picture 3, the bicycle has two baskets on the front and back.

———

*(insert hint if needed)
2. Look at pictures 2 and 4. What is the difference between pictures 2 and 4?
Answer: In picture 2, the bicycle has ______ basket on the ________.
In picture 4, the bicycle has ______ basket.
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
———
In picture 2, the bicycle has one basket on the front.
In picture 4, the bicycle has no basket.

———

B_3
I will read a passage once. Choose the most appropriate answer to the question. Please listen carefully.
Read aloud the script below once.
(Script) Tom, put the luggage in the bicycle baskets. Vegetables on the front, drinks on the back.

B_4
3. Which picture matches the script?
Answer: I think picture ____ matches the script.
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
———
I think picture 3 matches the script.
———
4. Why did you choose that picture? Please tell me the reason and describe the picture you chose.
Answer: I chose picture ___ because the bicycle has _____ baskets. The script said to put luggage on the _______ and _______.
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
———
I chose picture 3 because the bicycle has two baskets. The script said to put luggage on the front and back.

———
Awesome! Let’s move on to the next.

Part C Reading a Graph
C_1
Look at the graph below. It shows the percentage of electric vehicles from the total vehicle sales in different countries. What can we learn from this graph? Please read the information silently. I will give you one minute to read.
(Wait one minute for the customer to read silently.)
Hints
hint1 JP1 　　　　　　
hint1 JP1
hint2 JP2
hint3 JP3

Hints
hint1
hint2
hint3
hint4
hint5

C_2
1. What can we learn about the countries with the highest electric vehicle sales?
Answer: Most of the countries with the highest electric vehicle sales are from _______.
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
———
Most of the countries with the highest electric vehicle sales are from Europe.
———
2. Which country has the lowest percentage of electric vehicles in total vehicle sales?
Answer: _______ has the lowest percentage of electric vehicles in total vehicle sales, with 4.4%.
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
———
China has the lowest percentage of electric vehicles in total vehicle sales, with 4.4%.
———
3. Based on the answers to Questions 1 and 2, what can we see about electric vehicle sales in Europe and Asia?
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
———

The graph shows that most countries with high electric vehicle sales are from Europe, while China, from Asia, has the lowest percentage of electric vehicle sales.

———
You did a great job reading and describing the graph!
Let’s move on to the next.

Hints
hint1 JP1 　　　　　　
hint2 JP2
Part D Reading Information
D_1
You are studying about international dishes. Your teacher asked you to do research on how to cook using herbs. You find a website and read it so you can learn the best way to use them. Please read the information silently. I will give you one minute to read.
(Wait one minute for the customer to read silently.)

D_2
1. Both lemongrass and dill…
a. are good with ethnic dishes
b. have strong smells and flavors
c. must be heated before cooking
d. are the fresher, the better
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
———
“d. Both lemongrass and dill are the fresher, the better”
———
2. Which parts of the information make you think that?
Answer: Looking at the better ways to eat in both descriptions. For lemongrass, _______ is recommended because dried tastes different than _______. For dill, it is mentioned that _______ is not a substitute for fresh.
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
———
Looking at the better ways to eat in both descriptions.
For lemongrass, fresh is recommended because dried tastes different than fresh.
For dill, it is mentioned that dried is not a substitute for fresh.
———
Part E Reading the Discussion & Sharing Your Opinion
E_1
Two people are having a conversation about a topic where they have differing opinions. Please read the entire dialogue aloud.

*insert hint if needed
*insert hint if needed
(Make the customer read aloud the entire dialogue alone. Wait for the customer to finish reading.)

E_2
Elena
 Do you plan to buy a car, Stephen?
Stephen
 Yes. I’ll be starting work in two months, and I am considering driving myself.
Elena
 Oh, no! You’d better think twice. A car is expensive.
Stephen
 I know. That’s why I’m thinking of buying a used car.
Elena
 It’s not just the cost. I mean, there are additional expenses such as parking, gasoline, taxes, insurance, and maintenance.
Stephen
 I hadn’t thought about those things.
Elena
 Besides, your office is downtown. The subway is much faster than driving there.
Stephen
 You are right. Driving to work is not a good idea. But I still want to buy a car.
Elena
 Why don’t you share a car? It is ideal for people who need a car right away and for a limited time.
Stephen:
 Now I have another option. I can’t decide whether to buy one or not.
E_3
1. What are they talking about?
Answer: They are talking about __________.
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
———
They are talking about buying a car.
———
2. Between Elena and Stephen, who agrees and who disagrees with the topic?
Agree: _______ agrees with the topic.
Disagree: _______ disagrees with the topic.
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
———
Stephen agrees with the topic.
Elena disagrees with the topic.
———
3. What is one of the opinions in the conversation that agrees with the topic?
Answer: That’s why I’m thinking of __________.
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
———
That’s why I’m thinking of buying a used car.
———
4. What is one of the opinions in the conversation that disagrees with the topic?
Answer: A car has __________ such as parking, gasoline, taxes, insurance, and maintenance costs.
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
———
A car has additional expenses such as parking, gasoline, taxes, insurance, and maintenance costs.
———
5. If you agree with the topic, what do you think is a good point?
Answer: I think ______________________ is a good point.
Example:

Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
(Any customer’s answer(s) is/are correct. Compliment the customer.)
　
6. If you disagree with the topic, what do you think is a bad point?
Answer: I think ______________________ is a bad point.
Example:

Tutor: Review the answer
(Any customer’s answer(s) is/are correct. Compliment the customer.)
　
7. Finally, please tell me your own opinion. What do you think about the topic?
Buying a car.
Answer: I agree. / I disagree.
Because ____________________________________.
Tutor: Review the answer
(Any customer’s answer(s) is/are correct. Compliment the customer.)
Part F Free Talk
F_1
Let’s do a free talk about the following topics.
(Please do a free talk if you have time left.)

friend

F_2
What is your favorite holiday?
How do you usually celebrate holidays?
Where do you usually spend your holidays?
F_3
Answer:

Conversation(Intermediate Chapter 1)｜日常会話（中級１章）
Lesson48: How to Get There

PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with me.
PART A_2
1.　matter 　問題、事、事柄、案件
　 My boss cannot talk to you right now. He is attending to important matters.
2.　exact 　正確な、きっかりの、ちょうどの
　 I think her birthday is in September. I don’t know the exact date.
3.　direction 　方向
　 A group of tourists asked me for directions to the local park.
4.　guide 　案内する、先導する
　 I guided my younger brother on his science project.
5.　similar 　同様の
　 I was glad to learn that we have similar taste in music.
PART A_3
I will ask the questions below. Please answer in complete sentences.
PART A_4
1. How do you deal with matters regarding friends?
2. Do you always give the exact payment when paying at stores?
3. Is it easy for you to follow directions?
4. Have you ever guided someone in doing a task?
5. Who in your family do you look similar to?
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, you called. What’s the matter?
I need to be at Fortridge bank in 30 minutes and I don’t know
how to get there.

Where’s your exact location?
I’m at Southampton Park.

That should be near. I’ll give you the directions.
Okay, I’ll stay on the phone while you guide me.

From there, you need to walk straight ahead for 10 minutes. Then turn left. Continue walking for 5 minutes.
Okay, I’m walking.

The bank is beside a small park that’s similar to Southampton Park. You can’t miss it.
Thank you for helping me!
PART C_1
I will ask questions about the conversation. Please answer in complete sentences.
PART C_2
1. What is Emma’s problem?
2. How long does Emma have to walk?
3. What’s beside Fortridge bank?
PART D_1
Fill in the blanks using the new vocabulary you learned to complete the conversation.
PART D_2
1. A: What are you getting your sister for her birthday?
B: I’m thinking of getting her a pair of shoes but I don’t know her _______ size.
2. A: Meet Liam, he will _______ you on your first day of school.
B: Oh, nice to meet you Liam.
3. A: We’re lost!
B: We better ask that man for ________.
4. A: You look very _______to actor Jun Matsumoto.
B: You think so? I get that a lot.
5. A: Hi, do you have a minute? I have to talk to you about some ________.
B: Yes, I do.
PART E_1
Let’s do a role play. Talk with me based on the situation below, using the expressions you just learned.
PART E_2
You are standing in front of the nearest station to your home. Someone asks you for directions to the nearest police station. Guide your tutor, who will play the role of the stranger.
PART E_3
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.

Exam Prep
【Tutor Guide】Intermediate – Lesson 3

TUTORS NOTE
!!! This is the TUTOR GUIDE for customized material for Exam Prep INTERMEDIATE LESSON 3 !!!
– Follow the instructions in all parts, which are in red font.
Part A Listening
A_1
I will read a dialogue once. Choose the most appropriate answer to the question. Please listen carefully.
Read the script aloud once, including each character’s name in the dialogue.

(Script; read along with character names)

Alex: Kate’s birthday is coming up. What do you think we should give her as a gift?

Saki: Perhaps a lovely cookbook with lots of pictures would be a good idea.
Alex: Nice. We could also get something nice to serve her cooking on so that she can show it off on social media.
Saki: That’s an excellent idea! Let’s search for a pretty one, and maybe we can find a book to go with it.

A_2
What are they going to do next?
a. Buy some kitchen tools.
b. Find an online gift store.
c. Give Kate lots of pictures.
d. Choose a plate and a book.
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer

(Compliment the customer)
The answer is “d. Choose a plate and a book.”
Please read aloud the answer sentence(s).
Good job! Let’s move on to the next.

Part B One More Challenge! Listening & Description
B_1
Look at the four similar pictures below. Please answer the questions about the differences between the pictures.

B_2
1. Look at pictures 1 and 3. What is the difference between pictures 1 and 3?
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
———
The difference between pictures 1 and 3 is the shape.

———
Wonderful! Let’s move on to the next.

2. Look at pictures 3 and 4. What is the difference between pictures 3 and 4?
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
———
The difference between pictures 3 and 4 is the prints.

———

B_3
I will read a passage once. Choose the most appropriate answer to the question. Please listen carefully.
Read aloud the script below once.
(Script) Look. He looks like Sally’s favorite teddy bear, and she can still use both hands while carrying it. That one is perfect for her.

B_4
3. Which picture matches the script?
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
———
I think picture 4 matches the script.
———
4. Why did you choose that picture? Please tell me the reason and describe the picture you chose.
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
———
I chose picture 4 for two reasons.
First, it has a teddy bear printed on it. It looks like Sally’s favorite.
Second, it should be a backpack, so she can use both hands while carrying it.

———
Awesome! Let’s move on to the next.

Part C Reading a Graph
C_1
Look at the graph below. It shows the relationship between happiness and health. What can we learn from this graph? Please read the information silently. You have one minute to read.

Studies show that happiness affects both mental and physical health. The graph below explains this. The X-axis shows happiness levels from low to high. The Y-axis shows health scores from 0 to 50.
(Wait one minute for the customer to read silently.)

C_2
1. When people have a low health score, is their happiness level high or low?
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
———
When people have a low health score, their happiness level is low.
———
2. When people have a high happiness level, is their health score high or low?
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
———
The graph shows that as happiness levels increase, health scores increase.
On the other hand, as happiness levels decrease, health scores decrease.
———
3. When people have a high happiness level, is their health score high or low?
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
———

The graph shows that as happiness levels increase, health scores increase.

———
You did a great job reading and describing the graph!
Let’s move on to the next.

Part D Reading Information
D_1
You are a student council officer. At a council meeting, it was decided to replace the printer, and you are in charge of purchasing it. You need to compare several printers online. Please read the information silently. You have one minute to read.
(Wait one minute for the customer to read silently.)

D_2
1. Both ②MF-3774 and ④XP-6530 …
a. are cheaper than the other printers, but lack stock
b. are cheaper than the other printers and come with a repair warranty
c. can be purchased for less than $350 and can print in color
d. can print only in black ink and be repaired for free forever
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
———
“b. Both ②MF-3774 and ④XP-6530 are cheaper than the other printers and come with a repair warranty.”
———
Wonderful! Let’s move on to the next.
2. Which parts of the information make you think that?
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
———
Looking at the prices and warranties, both ②MF-3774 and ④XP-6530 are cheaper than other printers and come with a warranty. So, I think b is the correct answer.

———

Part E Reading the Discussion & Sharing Your Opinion
E_1
Two people are having a conversation about a topic where they have differing opinions. Please read the entire dialogue aloud.

*differing opinions　異なる意見
*entire　すべて
(Make the customer read aloud the entire dialogue alone. Wait for the customer to finish reading.)

E_2
Nadia
 Hey, John. Are you still reading books?
John
 Hello, Nadia. I know it might seem old-fashioned, but I can’t help it.
Nadia
 Reading books is not necessary to learn things in the twenty-first century. You can look up anything you want online.
John
 I read books for many reasons, not just to learn new things. I enjoy the feel of it.
Nadia
 Hmm… I don’t get it. What do you mean?
John
 Well, I feel like I’m really reading. It’s different when I read something on a screen.
Nadia
 Oh, I got it! You’re saying you love the feel of paper books.
John
 Yes, it’s a completely different experience from reading an e-book.
Nadia
 Ah, I see. But that’s something my grandparents would say.
John
 Maybe, it is.
E_3
1. What are they talking about?
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
———
They are talking about paper books and e-books.
———
2. Between Nadia and John, who agrees and who disagrees with paper books?
Agree:
Disagree:
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
———
John agrees with paper books.
Nadia disagrees with paper books.

———

3. What is one of the opinions in the conversation that agrees with the topic?
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
———
He enjoys the feel of reading a paper book.
———
4. What is one of the opinions in the conversation that disagrees with the topic?
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
(This is an example answer. As long as the customer’s answer answers the questions, it is correct.)
The answer is,
———
We can look up anything you want online.
———
5. If you agree with the topic, what do you think is a good point?
Answer:
Example:
– You can write in the book.
– It does not need a battery.
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
(Any customer’s answer(s) is/are correct.)

　
6. If you disagree with the topic, what do you think is a bad point?
Answer:
Example:
– It is heavy to carry.
– It takes up space.
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
(Any customer’s answer(s) is/are correct.)
　
7. Finally, please tell me your own opinion. Do you agree that paper books are better than e-books?
Answer: I agree. / I disagree.
Because ____________________________________.
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
(Any customer’s answer(s) is/are correct.)
Part F Free Talk
F_1
Let’s do a free talk about the following topics.
(Please do a free talk if you have time left.)

friend

F_2
Do you read books? Why do you like (or not like) reading books?
Do you think reading books help you in the future? Why?
What do you like to do in your free time?
F_3
Answer:

Exam Prep
Intermediate – Lesson 3

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Part A Listening
TUTORS NOTE
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– Follow the instructions in [PART A_1] and [PART A_2] in the tutor guide, which are in red font.
A_1
I will read a dialogue once. Choose the most appropriate answer to the question. Please listen carefully.
(Read aloud the script in [PART A_1] the tutor guide, which is in red font.)
A_2
What are they going to do next?
a. Buy some kitchen tools.
b. Find an online gift store.
c. Give Kate lots of pictures.
d. Choose a plate and a book.
Answer:
Part B Listening & Description Practice
TUTORS NOTE
– OPEN the tutor guide URL in the Pinned message.
– Follow the instructions in [PART B_2] , [PART B_3] and [PART B_4] in the tutor guide, which are in red font.
B_1
Look at the four similar pictures below. Please answer the questions about the differences between the pictures.
similar　似ている
difference　違い

B_2
1. Look at pictures 1 and 3. What is the difference between pictures 1 and 3?

Answer:
2. Look at pictures 3 and 4. What is the difference between pictures 3 and 4?
Answer:
B_3
I will read a passage once. Choose the most appropriate answer to the question. Please listen carefully.
(Read aloud the script in [PART B_3] the tutor guide, which is in red font.)

B_4
3. Which picture matches the script?
Answer:
4. Why did you choose that picture? Please tell me the reason and describe the picture you chose.
Answer:
Part C Reading a Graph
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C_1

Look at the graph below. It shows the relationship between happiness and health. What can we learn from this graph? Please read the information silently. You have one minute to read.

Studies show that happiness affects both mental and physical health. The graph below explains this. The X-axis shows happiness levels from low to high. The Y-axis shows health scores from 0 to 50.

(Wait one minute for the customer to read silently.)

C_2
1. When people have a low health score, is their happiness level high or low?
Answer:
2. When people have a high happiness level, is their health score high or low?
Answer:
3. Based on your answers to 1 and 2, explain what you can see in the graph.
Answer:
Part D Reading Information
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D_1
You are a student council officer. At a council meeting, it was decided to replace the printer, and you are in charge of purchasing it. You need to compare several printers online. Please read the information silently. You have one minute to read.
(Wait one minute for the customer to read silently.)

D_2
1. Both ②MF-3774 and ④XP-6530 …
Answer:

add if needed

2. Which parts of the information make you think that?
Answer:
Part E Reading the Discussion & Sharing Your Opinion
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– Follow the instructions in [PART E_3] in the tutor guide, which are in red font.
E_1
Two people are having a conversation about a topic where they have differing opinions. Please read the entire dialogue aloud.
*differing opinions　異なる意見
*entire　すべて
(Make the customer read aloud the entire dialogue alone. Wait for the customer to finish reading.)

E_2
Nadia
 Hey, John. Are you still reading books?
John
 Hello, Nadia. I know it might seem old-fashioned, but I can’t help it.
Nadia
 Reading books is not necessary to learn things in the twenty-first century. You can look up anything you want online.
John
 I read books for many reasons, not just to learn new things. I enjoy the feel of it.
Nadia
 Hmm… I don’t get it. What do you mean?
John
 Well, I feel like I’m really reading. It’s different when I read something on a screen.
Nadia
 Oh, I got it! You’re saying you love the feel of paper books.
John
 Yes, it’s a completely different experience from reading an e-book.
Nadia
 Ah, I see. But that’s something my grandparents would say.
John
Maybe, it is.
E_3
1. What are they talking about?
Answer:
2. Between Nadia and John, who agrees and who disagrees with paper books?
Agree:
Disagree:
3. What is one of the opinions in the conversation that agrees with the topic?
Answer:
4. What is one of the opinions in the conversation that disagrees with the topic?
Answer:
5. If you agree with the topic, what do you think is a good point?
Answer:
Example:
– You can write in the book.
– It does not need a battery.
　
6. If you disagree with the topic, what do you think is a bad point?
Answer:
Example:
– It is heavy to carry.
– It takes up space.
　
7. Finally, please tell me your own opinion. Do you agree that paper books are better than e-books?
Answer: I agree. / I disagree.
Because ____________________________________.
Part F Free Talk
F_1
Let’s do a free talk about the following topics.
(Please do a free talk if you have time left.)

friend

F_2
Do you read books? Why do you like (or not like) reading books?
Do you think reading books help you in the future? Why?
What do you like to do in your free time?
F_3
Answer:

Exam Prep
【Tutor Guide】Beginner – Lesson 3

TUTORS NOTE
!!! This is the TUTOR GUIDE for customized material for Exam Prep BEGINNER LESSON 3 !!!
– Follow the instructions in all parts, which are in red font.
Part A Listening
A_1
I will read a dialogue once. Choose the most appropriate answer to the question. Please listen carefully.
Read the script aloud once, including each character’s name in the dialogue.

(Script; read along with character names)

Alex: Kate’s birthday is coming up. What do you think we should give her as a gift?

Saki: Perhaps a lovely cookbook with lots of pictures would be a good idea.
Alex: Nice. We could also get something nice to serve her cooking on so that she can show it off on social media.
Saki: That’s an excellent idea! Let’s search for a pretty one, and maybe we can find a book to go with it.

A_2
What are they going to do next?
a. Buy some kitchen tools.
b. Find an online gift store.
c. Give Kate lots of pictures.
d. Choose a plate and a book.
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer

(Compliment the customer)
The answer is “d. Choose a plate and a book.”
Please read aloud the answer sentence(s).
Good job! Let’s move on to the next.

Hints
a cookbook 料理本 　　　　　　
a plate お皿
Part B Listening & Description Practice
B_1
Look at the four similar pictures below. Please answer the questions about the differences between the pictures.
Hints
shape 形 　　　　　　
a tote bag トートバッグ
a backpack リュック

B_2
1. Look at pictures 1 and 3. What is the difference between pictures 1 and 3?
Answer: “The difference between pictures 1 and 3 is the _______.
Picture 1 is a ____________.
Picture 3 is a ____________.”
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
———
“The difference between pictures 1 and 3 is the shape.
Picture 1 is a tote bag.
Picture 3 is a backpack.”

———

2. Look at pictures 3 and 4. What is the difference between pictures 3 and 4?
Answer: “The difference between pictures 3 and 4 is the prints.
Picture 3 has a ( teddy bear / flower ) printed on it.
Picture 4 has a ( teddy bear / flower ) printed on it.”
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
———
“The difference between pictures 3 and 4 is the prints.
Picture 3 has a teddy bear printed on it.
Picture 4 has a flower printed on it.”

———

B_3
I will read a passage once. Choose the most appropriate answer to the question. Please listen carefully.
Read aloud the script below once.
(Script) Look. He looks like Sally’s favorite teddy bear, and she can use both hands while carrying it. That one is perfect for her.

B_4
3. Which picture matches the script?
Answer: “I think picture ___ matches the script.”
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
———
“I think picture 4 matches the script.”
———
4. Why did you choose that picture? Please tell me the reason and describe the picture you chose.
Answer: “I chose picture ___ for two reasons. First, it has a ( teddy bear / flower) printed on it. It looks like Sally’s favorite. Second, it should be a ( tote bag / backpack ), so she can use both hands while carrying it.”
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
———
“I chose picture 4 for two reasons.
First, it has a teddy bear printed on it. It looks like Sally’s favorite.
Second, it should be a backpack, so she can use both hands while carrying it.”

———
Awesome! Let’s move on to the next.

Part C Reading a Graph
C_1

Look at the graph below. It shows the relationship between happiness and health. What can we learn from this graph? Please read the information silently. You have one minute to read.

Studies show that happiness affects both mental and physical health. The graph below explains this. The X-axis shows happiness levels from low to high. The Y-axis shows health scores from 0 to 50.

(Wait one minute for the customer to read silently.)
Hints
happiness 幸福
relationship 関係性
studies 研究
affect 影響を与える
mental 精神的な
physical 身体的な

C_2
1. When people have a low health score, is their happiness level high or low?
Answer: “When people have a low health score, their happiness level is ____.”
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
———
“When people have a low health score, their happiness level is low.”
———
2. When people have a high happiness level, is their health score high or low?
Answer: “When people have a high happiness level, their health score is _____.”
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
———
“When people have a high happiness level, their health score is high.”
———
3. Based on your answers to 1 and 2, explain what you can see in the graph.
Answer: The graph shows that as ________ levels increase, health scores increase.
On the other hand, as happiness levels decrease, _________ scores decrease.
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
———

“The graph shows that as happiness levels increase, health scores increase.
On the other hand, as happiness levels decrease, health scores decrease.”

———
You did a great job reading and describing the graph!
Let’s move on to the next.

Hints
increase 増加する
decrease 減少する
Part D Reading Information
D_1
You are a student council officer. At a council meeting, it was decided to replace the printer, and you are in charge of purchasing it. You need to compare several printers online. Please read the information silently. You have one minute to read.
(Wait one minute for the customer to read silently.)
Hints
hint1 JP1 　　　　　　
hint2 JP2
hint3 JP3
hint4 JP4
hint5 JP5
hint6 JP6

Hints
hint1 JP1 　　　　　　
hint2 JP2
hint3 JP3
hint4 JP4
hint5 JP5
hint6 JP6
hint7 JP7

D_2
1. Both ②MF-3774 and ④XP-6530 …
a. are cheaper than the other printers, but lack stock
b. are cheaper than the other printers and come with a repair warranty
c. can be purchased for less than $350 and can print in color
d. can print only in black ink and be repaired for free forever
Answer:
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
———
“b. Both ②MF-3774 and ④XP-6530 “are cheaper than the other printers and come with a repair warranty”.
———
2. Which parts of the information make you think that?
Answer: “Looking at the prices and warranties, both ②MF-3774 and ④XP-6530 are __________ than other printers and _______ with a warranty. So, I think ___ is the correct answer.”
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
———
“Looking at the prices and warranties, both ②MF-3774 and ④XP-6530 are cheaper than other printers and come with a warranty. So, I think b is the correct answer.”

———

Part E Reading the Discussion and Sharing Your Opinion
E_1
Two people are having a conversation about a topic where they have differing opinions. Please read the entire dialogue aloud.

*insert hint if needed
*insert hint if needed
(Make the customer read aloud the entire dialogue alone. Wait for the customer to finish reading.)

E_2
Nadia
 Hey, John. Are you still reading books?
John
 Hello, Nadia. I know it might seem old-fashioned, but I can’t help it.
Nadia
 Reading books is not necessary to learn things in the twenty-first century. You can look up anything you want online.
John
 I read books for many reasons, not just to learn new things. I enjoy the feel of it.
Nadia
 Hmm… I don’t get it. What do you mean?
John
 Well, I feel like I’m really reading. It’s different when I read something on a screen.
Nadia
 Oh, I got it! You’re saying you love the feel of paper books.
John
 Yes, it’s a completely different experience from reading an e-book.
Nadia
 Ah, I see. But that’s something my grandparents would say.
John
 Maybe it is.
hint1
hint2
hint3
hint4
hint5
hint6
hint7
hint8
hint9

E_3
1. What are they talking about?
Answer: “They are talking about ______ books and e-books.”
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
———
“They are talking about paper books and e-books.”
———
2. Between Nadia and John, who agrees and who disagrees with paper books?
Agree: “_______ agrees with paper books.”
Disagree: “_______ disagrees with paper books.”
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
———
“John agrees with the topic.”
“Nadia disagrees with the topic.”

———

3. What is one of the opinions in the conversation that agrees with the topic?
Answer: “He enjoys the __________ of reading a paper book.”
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
———
“He enjoys the feel of reading a paper book.”
———
4. What is one of the opinions in the conversation that disagrees with the topic?
Answer: “We can look up anything you want ________.”
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
———
“We can look up anything you want online.”
———
5. If you agree with the topic, what do you think is a good point?
Answer: “I think ______________________ is a good point.”
Example:
insert hint if needed
insert hint if needed
Tutor: Review the answer
(Compliment the customer)
The answer is,
(Any customer’s answer(s) is/are correct. Compliment the customer.)
　
6. If you disagree with the topic, what do you think is a bad point?
Answer: “I think ______________________ is a bad point.”
Example:
insert hint if needed
insert hint if needed
Tutor: Review the answer
(Any customer’s answer(s) is/are correct. Compliment the customer.)
　
7. Finally, please tell me your own opinion. Do you agree that paper books are better than e-books?
Answer: “I agree. / I disagree.
Because ____________________________________.”
Tutor: Review the answer
(Any customer’s answer(s) is/are correct. Compliment the customer.)
Part F Free Talk
F_1
Let’s do a free talk about the following topics.
(Please do a free talk if you have time left.)

friend

F_2
Do you read books? Why do you like (or not like) reading books?
Do you think reading books help you in the future? Why?
What do you like to do in your free time?
F_3
Answer:

Exam Prep
Beginner – Lesson 3

TUTORS NOTE
– OPEN the tutor guide URL in the Pinned Message.
– Follow the instructions in the tutor guide, which are in red font.
Part A Listening
TUTORS NOTE
– OPEN the tutor guide URL in the Pinned message.
– Follow the instructions in [PART A_1] and [PART A_2] in the tutor guide, which are in red font.
A_1
I will read a dialogue once. Choose the most appropriate answer to the question. Please listen carefully.
(Read aloud the script in [PART A_1] the tutor guide, which is in red font.)
A_2
What are they going to do next?
a. Buy some kitchen tools.
b. Find an online gift store.
c. Give Kate lots of pictures.
d. Choose a plate and a book.
Answer:
Hints
a cookbook 料理本
a plate お皿
Part B Listening & Description Practice
TUTORS NOTE
– OPEN the tutor guide URL in the Pinned message.
– Follow the instructions in [PART B_2] , [PART B_3] and [PART B_4] in the tutor guide, which are in red font.
B_1
Look at the four similar pictures below. Please answer the questions about the differences between the pictures.
insert hint if needed
insert hint if needed
Hints
shape 形 　　　　　　
a tote bag トートバッグ
a backpack リュック

B_2
1. Look at pictures 1 and 3. What is the difference between pictures 1 and 3?

Answer: The difference between pictures 1 and 3 is the _______.
Picture 1 is a ____________.
Picture 3 is a ____________.
*(insert hint if needed)
2. Look at pictures 3 and 4. What is the difference between pictures 3 and 4?
Answer: The difference between pictures 3 and 4 is the prints.
Picture 3 has a ( teddy bear / flower ) printed on it.
Picture 4 has a ( teddy bear / flower ) printed on it.
B_3
3. I will read a passage once. Choose the most appropriate answer to the question. Please listen carefully.
(Read aloud the script in [PART B_3] the tutor guide, which are in red font.)

B_4
3. Which picture matches the script?
Answer: I think picture ___ matches the script.
4. Why did you choose that picture? Please tell me the reason and describe the picture you chose.
Answer: I chose picture ___ for two reasons. First, it has a ( teddy bear / flower) printed on it. It looks like Sally’s favorite. Second, it should be a ( tote bag / backpack ), so she can use both hands while carrying it.
Part C Reading a Graph
TUTORS NOTE
– OPEN the tutor guide URL in the Pinned message.
– Follow the instructions in [PART C_2] in the tutor guide, which are in red font.
C_1

Look at the graph below. It shows the relationship between happiness and health. What can we learn from this graph? Please read the information silently. You have one minute to read.

Studies show that happiness affects both mental and physical health. The graph below explains this. The X-axis shows happiness levels from low to high. The Y-axis shows health scores from 0 to 50.

(Wait one minute for the customer to read silently.)
Hints
happiness 幸福
relationship 関係性
studies 研究
affect 影響を与える
mental 精神的な
physical 身体的な

C_2
1. When people have a low health score, is their happiness level high or low?
Answer: When people have a low health score, their happiness level is ____.
2. When people have a high happiness level, is their health score high or low?
Answer: When people have a high happiness level, their health score is _____.
3. Based on your answers to 1 and 2, explain what you can see in the graph.
Answer: The graph shows that as ________ levels increase, health scores increase.
On the other hand, as happiness levels decrease, _________ scores decrease.
Hints
increase 増加する
decrease 減少する
Part D Reading Information
TUTORS NOTE
– OPEN the tutor guide URL in the Pinned message.
– Follow the instructions in [PART D_2] in the tutor guide, which are in red font.
D_1
You are a student council officer. At a council meeting, it was decided to replace the printer, and you are in charge of purchasing it. You need to compare several printers online. Please read the information silently. You have one minute to read.
(Wait one minute for the customer to read silently.)
Hints
a student council officer 生徒会役員 　　　　　　
it was decided to … …することが決定した
replace 交換する、買い替える
in charge of … ..を担当する
purchase 購入する
compare 比較する

Hints
delivery time 納期 　　　　　　
per … …あたり
approximately およそ
come with … …付き
unknown 不明の
lack of stock 在庫切れ
repair warranty 修理保証

D_2
1. Both ②MF-3774 and ④XP-6530 …
a. are cheaper than the other printers, but lack stock
b. are cheaper than the other printers and come with a repair warranty
c. can be purchased for less than $350 and can print in color
d. can print only in black ink and be repaired for free forever
Answer:
2. Which parts of the information make you think that?
Answer: Looking at the prices and warranties, both ②MF-3774 and ④XP-6530 are __________ than other printers and _______ with a warranty. So, I think ___ is the correct answer.
Part E Reading the Discussion and Sharing Your Opinion
TUTORS NOTE
– OPEN the tutor guide URL in the Pinned message.
– Follow the instructions in [PART E_3] in the tutor guide, which are in red font.
E_1
Two people are having a conversation about a topic where they have differing opinions. Please read the entire dialogue aloud.
*differing opinions　異なる意見
*entire　すべて
(Make the customer read aloud the entire dialogue alone. Wait for the customer to finish reading.)

E_2
Nadia
 Hey, John. Are you still reading books?
John
 Hello, Nadia. I know it might seem old-fashioned, but I can’t help it.
Nadia
 Reading books is not necessary to learn things in the twenty-first century. You can look up anything you want online.
John
 I read books for many reasons, not just to learn new things. I enjoy the feel of it.
Nadia
 Hmm… I don’t get it. What do you mean?
John
 Well, I feel like I’m really reading. It’s different when I read something on a screen.
Nadia
 Oh, I got it! You’re saying you love the feel of paper books.
John
 Yes, it’s a completely different experience from reading an e-book.
Nadia
 Ah, I see. But that’s something my grandparents would say.
John
 Maybe it is.

old-fashioned　古い
necessary　必要
twenty-first century　21世紀
experience　体験、経験
completely　完全に

E_3
1. What are they talking about?
Answer: They are talking about ______ books and e-books.
2. Between Nadia and John, who agrees and who disagrees with paper books?
Agree: _______ agrees with paper books.
Disagree: _______ disagrees with paper books.
3. What is one of the opinions in the conversation that agrees with the topic?
Answer: He enjoys the __________ of reading a paper book.
4. What is one of the opinions in the conversation that disagrees with the topic?
Answer: We can look up anything you want ________.
5. If you agree with the topic, what do you think is a good point?
Answer: I think ______________________ is a good point.
Example:
– You can write in the book.　本に書き込める
– It does not need a battery.　バッテリーを気にしなくていい
　
6. If you disagree with the topic, what do you think is a bad point?
Answer: I think ______________________ is a bad point.
Example:
– It is heavy to carry.　持ち運びが重い
– It takes up space.　場所をとる
　
7. Finally, please tell me your own opinion. Do you agree that paper books are better than e-books?
Answer: I agree. / I disagree.
Because ____________________________________.
Part F Free Talk
F_1
Let’s do a free talk about the following topics.
(Please do a free talk if you have time left.)

friend

F_2
Do you read books? Why do you like (or not like) reading books?
Do you think reading books help you in the future? Why?
What do you like to do in your free time?
F_3
Answer:
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