受験番号

氏名2023 年度

武蔵野学院大学
国際コミュニケーション学部

国際コミュニケーション学科

一般選抜第 2 回入学試験
２０２３年３月１４日実施

英語（１００点 ６０分）

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第１問 次の A、B、C の３つの文章を読み、（ １ ）から（ １０ ）に入るものとして最適なものを➀、➁、➂、➃の中から一つ選び、その番号を解答用紙の所定欄にマークしなさい。
A Read the following advertisement.

Real Thai Language: Private Online Lessons
How much?
❖ 10 x 90-minute lessons $200
What will you get?
❖ Recorded classes ~ Playback of recorded classes to review❖ Screenshots ~ Review classes faster with the screenshots of each class❖ Class notes ~ Words and grammar from class are explained in detail
Why are we different?
❖ Flexible online booking❖ Classes designed personally for each student❖ Lifetime access to notes and files
To purchase the course, contact: RTL@funlearning.com or call 080-999-999-999

問１ （ １ ）Who is this advertisement for?
➀ People who want to learn to cook Thai food.
➁ People who want to study Thai language.
➂ People who want to learn Thai in a group.
➃ People who want to teach Thai.
問２ （ ２ ）How long is each lesson?
➀ An hour➁ Two hours➂ An hour and a half
➃ Half an hour1

問３ （ ３ ）How are lessons scheduled?
➀ By calling the telephone number.
➁ By going to the school in person.
➂ By making an online reservation.
➃ By sharing your email address.

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B Read the following announcement for a petting zoo.

Come and Visit Ninomiya Petting Zoo this WinterAt Ninomiya Petting Zoo we have both domesticated animals and wild species foryou and your family to touch and feed. Animals include horses, ponies, pigs, cows,
sheep, and llamas.
Interact （４ ）with a large variety of friendly farm animals and our llamas!
問４➀ safe➁ safety➂ safely➃ the most safe

● Entry to farm $8 per person (children aged 5 and under FREE!)● $5 horse and pony rides (all ages welcome)● $1 Food bags to feed animals● Support our farm by visiting our shop. Here you will find reasonably-priced
foods such as breads, honey, cheeses, and freshly made ice-cream. All our foods
are 100% organic, made without the use of manmade *1fertilizers. Our goal isto reduce pollution and provide a happy and healthy environment for ouranimals.
Call 080-5353-5353 to make a reservation with us!
（注）*1fertilizer

肥料

問５ （ ５ ）Entrance to the zoo for two adults and two children aged 5 will cost…
➀ $16.
➁ $22.
➂ $26.
➃ $32.
問６ （ ６ ）The foods sold in the shop are all…
➀ natural.
➁ expensive.
➂ made by zoo staff.
➃ for the animals.

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C Read the following article about a mountain.

Mount Kailash is one of the most interesting mountains in the world. It is located in the
Himalayas in the far west of Tibet, near the borders of China, Nepal, and India. It is not
far from beautiful Lake Mansarovar, and close to the source of some of the longest rivers
in Asia: the Indus, Ganges, and Brahmaputra. （ ７ ）Mount Kailash is 6,638
問７➀ However,➁ On the other hand,➂ Even though➃ Neithermeters high, which is more than 2,000 meters lower than the world’s highest mountain,
Mount Everest, no one（ ８ ）to the summit. This is
問８➀ had climbed➁ climbing➂ has climbed➃ will have climbed
because many people believe the mountain is sacred, and think it is “the center of theworld” where heaven meets earth. Every year, thousands of people of different faiths(Hinduism, Buddhism, Bon, and Jainism) come to Mount Kailash to walk around it as apilgrimage to honor their gods.

問９ （ ９ ）Which of the following is true?
➀ Mount Kailash is higher than Mount Everest.
➁ Mount Everest is higher than Mount Kailash.
➂ Mount Everest is as high as Mount Kailash.
➃ Mount Kailash is the highest mountain in the world.
問１０ （ １０ ）According to the article, people visit Mount Kailash to…
➀ go climbing.
➁ swim in the lake.
➂ show respect.
➃ visit three countries.

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第２問 次の会話文を読み、以下の設問に答えなさい。
答えは（ １１ ）から（ １５ ）に入るものとして最適なものを➀、➁、➂、➃の中から一つ選び、その番号を解答用紙の所定欄にマークしなさい。
Jon and Eddie are talking on the topic of space exploration.
Jon: Hey Eddie. What are you up to?
Eddie: I’m just reading about Elon Musk’s plan to build a full-size city on the surface ofMars. Can you believe that humans might actually have the chance to live on the
Red Planet?
Jon: I’ve also heard about this. It sounds like a fun idea, but it also seems rather*1
controversial. It’s often in the news. I remember hearing that environmentalists
believe it is having a negative impact on the local wildlife and ecosystem in Texas
where the rockets are being launched. A lot of local animal and plant species arebeing endangered and there have been a few failed attempts where the rockets
have exploded.
Eddie: There is always going to be risk of something going wrong when attempting
something new, but in my opinion, it is an incredibly important venture for the
future of life itself. We have so many challenges now on earth: overpopulation,
food and energy shortages, and pollution. I think the benefits *2outweigh the risks.
This project is also a way to help unite people. People are so divided at the moment,so this will inspire people. It says here that Elon Musk wants to move people’s
hearts.
Jon:

Don’t you think we should fix the problems we have here on earth first before
going
to another planet? Afterall, if we can’t live here in a safe and sustainable
way, how are we going to be able to live in space responsibly?

Eddie: What do you mean responsibly?
Jon:

For example, space junk. It is said that there are approximately 27,000 pieces ofdebris in space now *4orbiting the earth. 23,000 of these are larger than a softball.
Even tiny pieces can be extremely dangerous for objects such as satellites and thespace station. They are very difficult to avoid and can be disastrous if they are hit.
It seems that everywhere humans go we create pollution.
*3

Eddie: I don’t think you are looking at the bigger picture here, Jon. In order for our species
to survive and flourish, we need to leave earth and explore space. Whilst I see
your point, I’m afraid we have different opinions. There are many benefits ofspace exploration, too. Technologies used in space are often turned into productsthat we use as everyday products here on earth. Did you know the technology inyour phone camera was developed in space? Also, science experiments performedin space have helped improve our understanding of medical conditions andsatellites collect data that can be used to predict natural disasters such as typhoons.

5Data from satellites can even be sent to emergency responders in the event ofearthquakes and other disasters. The pros far outweigh the cons.
Jon:

I guess you’re right. Afterall, throughout history, humankind has always explored.
From prehistoric humans first setting out from their caves to voyagers sailing to
faraway lands, risking hardships to discover new places. The next logical step isventuring to outer space.

*2（注） *1controversial 論争の余地のある
outweigh*3*4
debris がれき
orbit ・・・の周りを回る

上回る

問１ （ １１ ）According to the conversation, what has Jon heard?
➀ Space exploration is beneficial to the Texas environment.
➁ Space exploration will lead to higher state taxes.
➂ A few rockets have had failed attempts but have never exploded.
➃ Many different wildlife species have been put in danger.
問２ （ １２ ）Eddie believes…
➀ building a full-size city on the surface of Mars does not have any risks.
➁ a mission to Mars will help people on earth work together more.
➂ overpopulation, food and energy shortages, and pollution will be problems on Mars.
➃ we should fix the problems on earth first before travelling to Mars.
問３ （ １３ ）Which of the following is true?
➀ There are about 50,000 pieces of garbage in space.
➁ The total number of pieces of garbage in space is around 27,000.
➂ Having space junk orbiting earth is responsible and sustainable.
➃ Most of the space debris consists of objects, such as satellites.
問４ （ １４ ）Which word is the closest in meaning to the underlined word “flourish”?
➀ wonderful➁ environment➂ pollution➃ grow6問５ （ １５ ）Which is the correct order for the history of exploration according to the conversation?
➀ Sailing to faraway places  Setting out from caves  Traveling to outer space➁ Setting out from caves  Traveling to outer space  Sailing to faraway lands➂ Sailing to faraway lands  Traveling to outer space  Setting out from caves➃ Setting out from caves  Sailing to faraway places  Traveling to outer space7

第３問 次のチラシとメールの文面を読み、以下の設問に答えなさい。
答えは（ １６ ）から（ ２０ ）に入るものとして最適なものを➀、➁、➂、➃の中から一つ選び、その番号を解答用紙の所定欄にマークしなさい。
Read the following announcement and email.

Sakurai University Annual Summer Photo Contest 2023
We are happy to announce that we are hosting the university’s 10th annual summer photo
contest. It’s only open to Sakurai University students of all years presently studying at
the university. As before, there are 3 categories that you can enter. The contest will run
from June 1st with a deadline of September 1st.
Categories:◆ The Ocean, The Sky at Night, Urban Environments
Rules:◆ You can submit up to a maximum of 3 photographs per category.
◆ Photos must be in digital format. Only online entries will be accepted.
Print or film entries will not be accepted into the competition.
◆ Photos needn’t be taken with digital cameras/iPhones, etc. Scans ofphotographs are acceptable.
◆ Photos entered into the contest must have been taken in the last 2 years.
◆ Photos must not contain any inappropriate content, illegal activities,
alcohol, etc.
◆ All digital files must be 20 megabytes or smaller and must be in JPEG
format.
Entry Process:◆ Give your photos titles and write short descriptions for each one (up to 30
words each).
◆ Name your photos as follows: firstname_lastname_number.jpeg◆ Example: Tomoko_Sakurai_1.jpeg◆ Email the above to sakuraiuniversity@sakurailand.co.jp
Judging:◆ Each photo will be judged on the following: creativity, authenticity, andquality with the winner and runner-up announced on September 15th.
Prizes:◆ First prize winners will receive $500 cash. One runner-up will receive$250 in gift cards.
Every year we invite local businesses to sponsor our contest. If you or your company areinterested, contact us at: sakuraiuniversity@sakurailand.co.jp

8To: ＜sakuraiuniversity@sakurailand.co.jp＞
From: < Jonathan_Trigger@generous.com>
Date: March 1, 2023
Subject: Sponsorship offer
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am writing to you after having seen your request for sponsors on your university*1
flier. We are *2delighted to announce to you that we can offer sponsorship for yourupcoming photo contest.
We are *3dedicated to fostering new artistic talent and believe that your university photo
contest would be perfect to showcase talent from our local community.
To help support your event, we would like to offer the prize money as a donation as
well as provide the winners and runners-up with digital photo albums as further prizes.
In return, we ask that Sakurai University displays our promotional signs and pamphlets
during the contest.
To accept this offer and discuss any further details, please get in touch with me directly
on 080-787-7878 at your earliest convenience.
Yours sincerely,
Jonathan Trigger（注）*1flier チラシ

*2delighted

喜んで*3

dedicated

専念する

問１ （ １６ ）Which of the following is true?
➀ This is the first year that there will be 3 categories in the photo contest.
➁ The contest can be entered by all Sakurai University students, past and present.
➂ The contest is held each year and is open to Sakurai University students currently
studying.
➃ This is the 10th and final year that the contest will be held.
問２ （ １７ ）Which of the following should applicants not do when entering the contest?
➀ Send in scanned photographs.
➁ Enter a maximum of 9 photos.
➂ Send photographs after the 15th of September.
➃ Submit digital files sized 20 megabytes or under.

9問３ （ １８ ）Which is closest in meaning to the underlined word “runner-up”?
➀ first place➁ second place➂ judgement➃ prize
問４ （ １９ ）Mr. Trigger is writing to Sakurai University to…
➀ enter photos into the upcoming contest.
➁ offer financial support and business cooperation.
➂ check what the official contest rules are.
➃ hand out university promotional signs and pamphlets.
問５ （ ２０ ）If interested in the offer, the university should…
➀ prepare promotional university signs and pamphlets as soon as possible.
➁ contact Mr. Trigger by phone as soon as possible.
➂ wait for Mr. Trigger to announce his offer for sponsorship.
➃ contact the winner and runner-up informing them of the decision.

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第 4 問 次の成人年齢に関する記事を読み、下記の設問に対する正しい答えを選びなさい。答えは（ ２１ ）から（ ２５ ）に入るものとして最適なものを選びなさい。また、解答番号の（ ２６ ）については、問６の指示に従い、解答しなさい。
The *1age of majority in Japan will be lowered to 18 from April. This major shift marks
the first change to the age of adulthood in the country in 146 years, since it was set at 20
during the Meiji period (1868-1912).
On April 1, when *2the revised Civil Code comes into effect, in addition to those whohave already turned 20, over 2 million young people aged 18 and 19 will become legal
adults at the same time.
Those young people will be able to make their own life choices and decisions in various
situations in society. At the same time, they will also have responsibilities as adults. As
Japan marks Coming-of-Age Day on Jan. 10, we hope to raise awareness of this change
not only among those it directly affects, but in society as a whole.
When people reach the age of majority, they will not need their parents’ consent toenter into contracts, such as those to purchase smartphones and sign up for credit cards.
The same applies to their career decisions, such as where they will continue their studies
or work, as well as choosing where to live, and marriage. The legal age for drinking,smoking and public gambling will remain set at 20.
①

The range of action available to these new adults come with responsibilities. A
stipulationin the Civil Code that allowed contracts by 18-and 19-year-olds to be※この問題は、著作権の関係により掲載ができません。
canceled if they were not made with parental consent will no longer apply. There is adanger of them falling into debt by taking out consumer and credit card loans, and falling
victim to *4unscrupulous business practices.
…
Behind the lowering of the age of majority is the idea that young people should
participate in society sooner, as Japan struggles with a declining birth rate and aging
population. The voting age in Japan was lowered to 18 six years ago. The mainstream
trend overseas has been to set the age of majority at 18.
*3

Various opinion polls, however, show a lack of widespread concrete understanding ofpeople’s rights and responsibilities. For the time being, consideration from the people
surrounding these new adults will be essential.
…
What does it mean to become an adult? As the age of majority is lowered to 18 in Japan,
we want to consider this question anew.
: From “Editorial: As Japan lowers age of majority, education on rights, responsibilities
vital”,
MainichiJapan,
January10,2022,
https://mainichi.jp/english/articles/20220110/p2a/00m/0op/003000c.

11*2（ 注 ） *1age of majority 成 人 年 齢
the revised Civil Code*3
*4
stipulation 規定
unscrupulous 無節操な改正民法問１ （ ２１ ）The age of majority is…
➀ when you legally become an adult.
➁ a point in time during the Meiji period around 146 years ago.
➂ when you become fully irresponsible.
➃ a time in your life when you require your parents’ consent.
問２ （ ２２ ）Which of the following is true?
➀ Coming-of-Age is celebrated on April 1st each year in Japan.
➁ The legal age for drinking, smoking, and public gambling will change from 18 to 20.
➂ People will have fewer responsibilities from the age of 20.
➃ April 1st is unusual because people of different ages will celebrate becoming an adult.
問３ （ ２３ ）According to the article…
➀ Japan’s birth rate is growing, and its population is getting younger.
➁ the voting age should have been lowered to 18 six years ago.
➂ the goal of the new age of majority is for people to join society and have more
responsibilities from a younger age.
➃ more young people will be able to travel overseas due to the changes that the
government has made.
問４ （ ２４ ）Which is closest in meaning to the underlined phrase “falling into debt”?
➀ making a lot of money➁ lending a lot of money➂ owing a lot of money➃ having a lot of money
問５ （ ２５ ）Which of the following best summarizes the article?
➀ To encourage young people to save money, the government is lowering the age ofmajority.
➁ Young people want the age of majority to be set at 20 years old.
➂ Young people have a clear understanding of their rights and responsibilities.
➃ To fight against a declining birth rate and aging population the government islowering the age of majority.

12問６ （ ２６ ）下線部➀を 150 字以内に日本語にまとめ、解答番号（
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武蔵野学院大学 国際コミュニケーション学部
国際コミュニケーション学科
一般選抜第 2 回入学試験(英語) 模範解答 2023 年 3 月 14 日実施

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