以下の会話文を読み、設問(1～5)に対する最も自然で適切なものを選択肢の中から一つだけ選び、それぞれ解答用紙の記号((a)、(b)、(c)、(d)または(e))を鉛筆で塗りつぶしなさい。

• Conversation 1

  Doctor: Why did you decide to come see me today Ms Keller?

  Ms Keller: Well have been feeling a little dizzy recently.

  Doctor: Does anything make your dizziness worse?

  Ms Keller: It usually gets worse when I stand up quickly.

  Doctor: How long have you been feeling dizzy?

  Ms Keller: It all started over 3 weeks ago.

  Doctor: Have you been under any unusual stress recently?

  Ms Keller: Well my father passed away 3 months ago.

  Doctor: I'm really sorry to hear that Ms Keller.

  • 1 Which of the following is true about the conversation above?
    • (a) Ms Keller feels dizzier when she sits down.
    • (b) Ms Keller has been dizzy for less than 3 weeks.
    • (c) Ms Keller's father died a few months ago.
    • (d) The doctor gave Ms Keller some medication.
    • (e) The doctor said he felt sorry for Ms Keller's symptoms.
• Conversation 2

  Student: Excuse me, Professor Davis, can I ask you about our assignment?

  Professor: Sure, what would you like to know?

  Student: You mentioned yesterday in class that the assignment was due next week, is that correct?

  Professor: Yes, on Thursday. Why do you ask?

  Student: I have an appointment to see the doctor that day and I can't make it to that class.

  Professor: I see, in that case you can send it by email, but you must bring a doctor's certificate.

  Student: Can't I just submit it earlier?

  Professor: Sure, but you still need to justify your absence. So don't forget to ask for a certificate from the doctor's office.

  • 2 Which of the following is true about the conversation above?
    • (a) If the student submits his assignment before the due date, he doesn't need a doctor's certificate.
    • (b) The doctor must contact the professor to explain the student's absence.
    • (c) The professor is upset because the student will not submit his assignment on time.
    • (d) The student does not know the assignment deadline.
    • (e) The student will be absent next Thursday.
• Conversation 3

  Receptionist: Good afternoon, Dr Jensen's office.

  Caller: Hello, I would like to make an appointment please.

  Receptionist: Of course sir, is this your first time?

  Caller: Yes, it is.

  Receptionist: Dr Jensen only sees new patients on Tuesdays and Fridays, which day would be more convenient for you?

  Caller: Neither, I have to work late on both days. Can't I make an appointment on the weekend?

  Receptionist: Sorry sir, Dr Jensen only sees his regular patients on the weekend, so the first appointment must be on one of the two days I mentioned earlier. Would you like to make an appointment?

  Caller: Is there any way he can see me on the weekend? I really can't take time often either of those days.

  Receptionist: If you give me your name and phone number I will talk to the doctor and see what I can do.

  Caller: I would really appreciate that, my name is…

  • 3 Which of the following is true about the conversation above?
    • (a) At the present time, the doctor is not accepting new patients.
    • (b) The caller says that he can't be absent from work on Tuesdays or Fridays.
    • (c) The receptionist promises to give the caller an appointment on the weekend.
    • (d) The receptionist refuses to ask the doctor about allowing an appointment on the weekend.
    • (e) The receptionist says the doctor's office is usually closed on the weekend.
• Conversation 4

  Doctor: How can I help you today?

  Man: I've been having some trouble with my back recently.

  Doctor: What kind of trouble are you having?

  Man: I've noticed every time I lean back I feel a sharp pain that runs down my right leg.

  Doctor: Have you ever had this problem before?

  Man: I had a similar pain a few years ago but it wasn't as bad as now.

  Doctor: Have you had any difficulty walking?

  Man: Sometimes I tend to drag my leg, especially when trying to climb stairs.

  Doctor: It sounds like you may have some problems with the nerves of your lower back. I would like to run some tests to find out exactly what is causing your pain.

  Man: Sure, but can you give me medicine for the pain?

  Doctor: Of course, please wait here until the nurse returns with your medicine, and then you can go get the tests done.

  Man: Thank you doctor.

  • 4 Which of the following is true about the conversation above?
    • (a) The doctor recommends a running test.
    • (b) The doctor thinks the man has some problems with his leg.
    • (c) The man has some difficulty walking.
    • (d) The man wants some medicine but refuses to get tests done.
    • (e) This is the first time the man has back pain.
• Conversation 5

  Student: Professor Brown, can I have a moment of your time?

  Professor: Yes, of course, how can I help you?

  Student: I wanted to ask you about studying for your quizzes.

  Professor: Sure, what would you like to know?

  Student: I really enjoy your class, but I keep doing badly on the quizzes.

  Professor: Are you reviewing the class materials?

  Student: Yes, I always review before every class.

  Professor: Have you been watching the YouTube videos I recommended?

  Student: I thought those were optional for further practice.

  Professor: You don't have to watch them, but some of the questions from the quizzes come from the videos. If you watch them it would help you get better quiz scores.

  Student: I see, I didn't know I had to watch them to answer the quizzes.

  Professor: I expect my students to loam more than what I teach in class. It is important to get in the habit of expanding on what you learn in class to improve your knowledge.

  Student: I guess I'll give those a try. Are there any books I should read as well?

  Professor: You should check the list of recommended textbooks I gave everyone at the beginning of the class.

  • 5 Which of the following is true about the conversation above?
    • (a) The professor insisted that watching the videos is compulsory.
    • (b) The professor thinks the students should only focus on what he teaches in class.
    • (c) The student had been using the wrong textbook to study for the class.
    • (d) The student has been studying for the quizzes but his scores are not good.
    • (e) The student is upset with the pro1fessor because he assigned too many textbooks to read.