英検対策2級(Eiken Grade 2)

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Japanese people are fond of inventing new things. The country's technology is considered as one of the most advanced in the world. This is why they have this concept called 'Chindogu', which means the art of absurd invention. It is combining intelligence and talent with oddity and silliness for fun and humor. Chindogu became a regular feature in It'll Never Work which focused on wacky and humorous gadgets.

Your story should begin with the following sentence:
One day, there was a man who wants to be a famous scientist.

Questions

No. 1
According to the passage, what is the meaning of Chindogu?

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 technology makes people's lives easy. What do you think about this?

No. 4
Today, Today, many people read digital books instead paper books. Do you think that in the future, paper books will be less popular?

Yes:
Why?
No:
Why not?