英検対策2級（Eiken Grade 2）
スピーキング レッスン9
One of the most common hobbies of Japanese people is traveling. It is because Japan is considered to be an isolated island culture so the world looks very interesting for them. Another reason is that, domestic travel is quite expensive so, Japanese prefer going abroad. Shopping is also much cheaper abroad. No matter how short their holidays are, they still fly abroad to enjoy other cultures, environment and even shopping.
Your story should begin with the following sentence:
One day, a woman was preparing for her first trip ever.
Questions
No. 1
According to the passage, why do Japanese love traveling?
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 living abroad makes one appreciate his country more. What do you think about this?
No. 4
Today, Japanese people have been influenced by other nations. Do you think that Japan will lose its culture in the future?