英検対策2級（Eiken Grade 2）
スピーキング レッスン16
Japanese garden design is a very important Japanese art that has evolved into a variety of styles. Gardens were designed for different purposes. Some gardens were designed for contemplation and for religious use, while some were designed for recreation and aesthetic pleasures. In present time, Japanese gardens are extensions of architectural designs and buildings and were built by businessmen and politicians.
Your story should begin with the following sentence:
One day, a family was spending the day in their small house.
Questions
No. 1
According to the passage, what are some purposes of Japanese gardens?
No. 2
Now, please look at the picture and describe the situation. You have 20 seconds to prepare. Your story should begin with the sentence on the card.
<20 seconds>
Please begin.
Now, Mr./Ms. ____________, please turn over the card and put it down.
No. 3
Some people say that some plants can bring luck and fortune. What do you think about this?
No. 4
History is still taught in schools. What do you think is the importance of learning the history of one's country?