英検対策2級（Eiken Grade 2）
スピーキング レッスン2
For Japanese people, punctuality is indeed of paramount importance. This is why Japan's railways are considered to be among the most punctual in the whole wide world. When a train is delayed for at least five minutes, the conductor apologizes for the delay and announces that passengers can get a delay certificate. They can present this certificate at work or at school so that they will have a valid reason for being late.
Your story should begin with this sentence:
One day, Mr. Shiho overslept because he got drunk last night.
Questions
No. 1
According to the passage, what can the passengers get if the train is delayed for at least five minutes?
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 being late in reporting at work or in meetings is a big offense. What do you think about that?
No. 4
Today, machines have been very helpful in many kinds of works. Do you think companies will limit hiring people in the future and replace them with machines instead?
Yes:
Why?
No:
Why not?