2024年度

学校推薦型選抜（⼀般公募）（11/11）

これから、２０２４年度学校推薦型選抜１１⽉１１⽇の英語リスニングテストを始めます。
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では、始めます。
Hello. Itʼs time for the Listening Comprehension Test.
We have 10 questions in all. Letʼs do a sample question.
Sample Question:
In front of you, right now, is something that has some sheets of paper on it. What is thisthing with a flat surface on which the exam papers are placed? What is it called?
Well, the answer is “desk,” which is No. 2. OK? Letʼs begin.
A major event in the life of a high school student in the United States is a formal
dance, called a prom. The prom is special because it is the last school dance before
graduation. Students get dressed up in suits and dresses, and they usually go out
for nice dinners before the dance. Not surprisingly, a prom can be very expensive.
One website reported the average cost for prom being 1,000 dollars. While some1parents pay the entire amount, recently itʼs common for students to pay 40 percent
and the parents to pay 60 percent. My niece recently agreed to pay half of the cost.
She is saving up for the event with her part-time job.
Question: Based on the average cost for prom, how much money will the speakerʼsniece need to save?
Japanese food has a variety of delicious noodles that are often served in soups ordipped in sauces. When eating noodles, itʼs common in Japan for people to suck in
air at the same time, which is believed to improve the flavor of the food. However,for many foreign people, it is considered extremely impolite and inconsiderate to
make a lot of noise while eating. A Japanese man on social media invented the2expression “Nuhara”, a combination of the words “noodle” and “harassment”. Heclaimed that many foreign people were complaining at restaurants about people
who ate their noodles so noisily. However, it turned out to be fake news. Visitors
might find it strange, but they havenʼt been complaining.
Question: What was the fake news about foreign people?

Iʼm planning a surprise trip for my friend Sam. She has been studying so hard
recently and I think she needs a break. I want to surprise her with a trip to Tokyo.
She is not really a fan of travelling, but she does love trying new things. There will3

be a huge cosplay festival in Tokyo, so I want to try cosplay with her. Iʼve bought
train tickets and booked a great hotel for us not too far from the festival. Now I
just have to figure out how to convince Sam to take a break and leave her books
behind.
Question: Why is the speaker planning a surprise trip?
Everybody gets old. Aging is inevitable. Many people don't like to become old.
Some even hate the idea of getting old. However, aging is something to beappreciated. When you are young, people are likely to judge you by the university
you enter, by the company you work for, or by the marriage partner you get. You4

have to work hard to achieve these. You are disappointed if you fail to attain thegoal. On the other hand, when you are over sixty, you no longer encounterquestions about your university or company. You are no longer judged by something
superficial. You don't have to worry about failing!
Question: According to the speaker, what is the merit of getting old?
In Japan, when a child loses an upper baby tooth, it is common to throw it under thehouse. On the other hand, a lower baby tooth is thrown onto the roof. For a British
or an American child, it is traditional to place the lost baby tooth under the pillow.
Then, while the child is sleeping, the Tooth Fairy comes and takes that lost tooth,5

leaving some money in return. In France, however, it is the Tooth Mouse thatleaves money under the pillow. I grew up in Japan, but when I lost my last upper
baby tooth, I was traveling in New York with my parents. Following the American
tradition, I got five dollars!
Question: According to the speaker, what happened to her last upper baby tooth?
【A】: Excuse me?
【B】: Yes, how can I help you?
【A】: I need some information about the trains. If I take the express train
departing at 6:45pm, what time will I arrive at Rocksdown?
【B】: That one arrives at 8:30pm. If you donʼt want to wait until 6:45, you could
take the train leaving at 6:20pm. It is a little slower but will still arrive at 8:20

6tonight.
【A】: I see. I donʼt mind taking a slow train, I just want to arrive as early as
possible. What if I take the 7:20pm super express?
【B】: That will get you there at 8:35pm.
【A】: Okay, I see. Iʼll take the one that gets me there earliest. Thank you for yourhelp.
Question: What time will the speakerʼs train leave?【A】: Did you have a nice trip with your family, Gene?
【B】: Yes, but I was surprised that everyone has their own needs and preferences.
【A】: Like what?
【B】: Well, for example, when we were going to take a flight, I suggested to myaunt that she put her bag in the overhead storage, so that she would have more legroom. However, she refused.
【A】: Did she regret it later?
7【B】: No. She told me that she felt more comfortable knowing exactly where herbag was at all times.
【A】: That makes sense.
【B】: I also urged my dad to choose a window seat so that he could enjoy theview, but he refused.
【A】: Why?
【B】: He often needs the toilet. I learned that we should respect each personʼsdecisions!
Question: What surprised Gene on the trip?
【A】: Ugh, I didnʼt know it was such a troublesome thing to do…
【B】: What are you doing with so many documents, Nicky?
【A】: Well, these are for the summer study abroad program in Melbourne.
【B】: Are you going to Australia this summer?
【A】: Not me. Iʼm planning to let Ken have a great experience there. It isincredibly expensive, though.

8【B】: I imagine so. Are you complaining about the cost then?
【A】: Not, really. What is bothering me the most is this electronic application
called Australian ETA. First, it asked me to install its app. Then scan Kenʼspassport. And now I need to take his picture, which I canʼt do because he is inschool right now!
Question: What is bothering Nicky the most?

【A】: Hey look, Bea! My herbs have been growing well in this planter. I have beentaking care of them every day.
【B】: Oh, they look nice. How do you think you'll use them?
【A】: They will be good spices for cooking.
【B】: I'm afraid you are mistaken. Herbs are not spices. Why donʼt you give someexamples of spices?
【A】: Pepper, cinnamon, ginger and...
9【B】: Yes, a spice is an aromatic vegetable used to season food and to flavorsauces and pickles.
【A】: And herbs?
【B】: A herb is a plant which may be used for medical purposes.
【A】: Really, are you sure? Where did you get that idea?
【B】: Well, my mom told me. She is an aromatherapist.
Question: Where did Bea get her information about herbs and spices?
【A】: Oh, no. What happened to you, Kai? I thought you broke your left leg.
【B】: Well, it already mended last month.
【A】: Thatʼs good. So, whatʼs this?
【B】: Yeah, itʼs terrible, isnʼt it? I fell again and broke this one, this time, while
walking my dog.
【A】: Iʼm very sorry to hear that. You know, you really have to be more carefulwith your dog.

10【B】: I totally agree with you.
【A】: So, how long will it take to heal completely?
【B】: The doctor said about three months, which is quicker than my leg.
【A】: It could have been worse. Well, since itʼs your left hand, at least you wonʼt
have any trouble eating and writing with your right hand, I guess?
【B】: Well, actually, Iʼm left-handed…
Question: What did Kai break most recently?

This is the end of the listening test.
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