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 1 回入学試験
２０２３年２月２２日実施

英語（１００点 ６０分）

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第１問 次の文章を読み、（ 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 online job post.

WE NEED STAFF!
Are you （１ ）in teaching yoga? Come and join us!
問１➀ interest➁ interests➂ interested➃ interesting

Stretch-it Yoga Studio is currently looking for an experienced yoga teacher to runclasses （ ２ ）our yoga studio every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
問２➀ at➁ on➂ by➃ near
❖ Good salary❖ Fun & friendly staff❖ Relaxed working environment
For more （３ ）, please contact Ms. Nimble by email: unimble@stretchit.com
問３➀ information➁ dates➂ education➃ news1

B Read the following passage on Chile.

Chile
Population: 19,454,503 (2022). Out of this number it is estimated that just under 7
million people live in the capital city of Santiago. The next most populated areas are
Greater Valparaiso, along the coast to Santiago’s west, and Greater Concepción, along
the coast to Santiago’s south.
Land mass: Chile covers an area of 757,000 ㎢ and from north to south is 4,329 ㎞
long. Many people think Chile is the longest country in the world, but in fact Russia islonger from east to west and Brazil is slightly longer from north to south.
Geographical features: Chile is a country of great diversity. It is very mountainous with
only one fifth of the country being flat. The rest of the country is made up of deserts,
glaciers, forests, lakes, and volcanoes.
問４ （ ４ ）How many people live in the capital of Chile?
➀ Less than 7 million people➁ 12,454,503 people➂ More than 7 million people➃ 19,454,503 people
問５ （ ５ ）Which of the following is correct?
➀ Chile is longer than Brazil and Russia.
➁ Brazil and Russia are longer than Chile.
➂ Chile is the longest country in the world.
➃ Brazil is as long as Chile.
問６ （ ６ ）According to the passage, …
➀ Chile is one of the most dangerous countries.
➁ most of the country is flat.
➂ Chile has a variety of geographical features.
➃ most of the country is desert.

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C Read the following passage about social media.

Social media has changed the way that we spend time and （７ ）friends as
問７➀ communicate with➁ get ready to➂ participate in➃ take overwell as strangers. On sites such as Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Twitter users areable to share photos, videos, links, and perhaps more importantly thoughts, allowing us
to live in a more connected world. There are both positives and negatives to this.
Positives include the ability to access and spread information （ ８ ） than more問８➀ slower➁ faster➂ longer➃ shorter
traditional media and to allow people to stay in touch easily.（９ ） social media
問９➀ On the other hand,➁ For example,➂ In spite of➃ Even though

is very addicting, and research has shown that too much time spent on it can lead todepression. High usage of social media creates other problems such as cyberbullying
and exposure to content that is not appropriate.

問１０ （ １０ ）According to the passage, which of the following is true?
➀ There are more positives than negatives regarding social media.
➁ Social media does not allow us to share thoughts.
➂ There are both good and bad points to social media.
➃ Social media will change in the future according to research.

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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。
Saori and Gerard are talking about London.
Saori: Hey Gerard. I’m thinking of moving to London on a 2-year working holiday.
I’m a little worried because the application process is difficult.
Gerard: What do you mean difficult?
Saori: Well, first I have to apply by email between January 17th and January 19th,
giving my personal information, name, date of birth, passport number, etc.
Then there is a*1ballot where 800 applicants will be chosen at random. If I’m
successful, I’ll receive an email by January 28th. If I’m not successful, there isanother ballot in July, so I can try again.
Gerard: So, it’s like a lottery. Are there any other conditions?
Saori: Yes. If I am successful in my application, I can only live and work in the UKfor up to 2 years. Applicants must be aged 18-30 and have at least £2,530 insavings before applying. I also have to pay a fee of £259 each time I apply.
Gerard: It sounds a little complicated and expensive.
Saori: Yes, that’s why I wanted to ask you about what you most like about living in
London before I decide to apply or not.
Gerard: I love that there are so many things to do. You can walk out of your door every
day and find something to do without having a plan! It’s very varied: goodshops, interesting museums, and excellent schools. It also has people from allover the world. I love how it’s a very cosmopolitan city with lots of different
ethnic groups. What do you know about London?
Saori: Well, I only really know the stereotypes such as, Big Ben, the Queen, themiserable weather, and a lot of people say that the food isn’t very good, but I
really like British music and fashion, so that’s why I want to go and see formyself.
Gerard: Those stereotypes are partly true. As you know, the UK has a rich and colorful
history and is full of tradition, ancient architecture, the monarchy, etc. You areprobably correct about the weather. British weather is notoriously
unpredictable. However, I think you may be pleasantly surprised with thefood. You can enjoy different dishes from all over the globe, not only British.
And there are many famous markets where you can find a vast selection of
fresh and reasonably-priced foods, they are very popular, not only with locals,
but also with people visiting from abroad.

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Saori:So, do you think I should apply?

Gerard: Absolutely. London is a great city, and generally speaking, the people arewelcoming, friendly, and laid-back. The pros far *2outweigh the cons.
（注）*1ballot

くじ引き（抽選）*2outweigh上回る

問１ （ １１ ）According to the conversation…
➀ Saori only has one chance to apply for the working visa.
➁ if Saori doesn’t pass the first time she can apply again.
➂ Saori can apply for the working visa on January 28th.
➃ 800 applicants are unsuccessful in the ballot.
問２ （ １２ ）If Saori’s visa application is successful, …
➀ she can live and work in the UK for a maximum of 24 months.
➁ she will have to pay £2,530 each year she is in the UK.
➂ she can live in the UK for three years but has to pay £259.
➃ she can only live and work in the UK for a minimum of 2 years.
問３ （ １３ ）Gerard thinks that London is…
➀ a divided city.
➁ a disappointment for visitors.
➂ a diverse city.
➃ a city with many problems.
問４ （ １４ ）Which is closest in meaning to the underlined word “unpredictable”?
➀ changeable➁ usual➂ unpleasant➃ dissatisfied
問５ （ １５ ）Which of the following is true?
➀ British weather is surprisingly pleasant.
➁ London is not a culturally rich city.
➂ Tourists do not enjoy the local London markets.
➃ Londoners are usually kind and relaxed.

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第３問 次のメールの文面とチラシを読み、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。
Ms. Simmons is communicating with a possible customer, Mr. Wildman, about booking
a tour.
To: < Mwildman@action.com >From: < info@ragingrapids.com >Date: July 21, 2023
Subject: RE: Enquiry
Dear Mr. Wildman,
Thank you for contacting us. We are very glad that you are considering using ourcompany for your upcoming vacation. I have attached a brief overview of our mostpopular tour that we offer here at “Raging Rapids.”
In reply to your question, whitewater rafting can be risky, but doesn’t have to be.
According to the American Whitewater Association, there are 6 river classifications:Class I (Easy), Class II (Novice), Class III (Intermediate), Class IV (Advanced), ClassV (Expert), and Class VI (Extreme). The rivers where we tour are classified within thefirst three, and we take safety very seriously.
In order to reserve your tour, call us on 737-373-737 to talk with one of ourexperienced and friendly rafting staff. Alternatively, send us an e-mail to
info@ragingrapids.com asking for a reservation request form.
A deposit of $100 to $400 per person is required to confirm the reservation dependingon which tour you decide on. 60% of the deposit is refundable up to 3 weeks before
the departure. The remaining amount is to be paid in full one week before departure.
We accept cash and all major credit cards. Once we have received your deposit, wewill send you an e-mail confirming this.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
Our office hours are:Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Saturdays and national holidays, 10 a.m. to noon.
Yours sincerely,
Nina Simmons6

Ms. Simmon’s email attachment:

Package Tour ItineraryDay 1: Arrive at Raging Rapids cabin and register with our staff. You will be shown
to your own individual cabin. After settling in, visit the local hot spring in themountains leaving you feeling refreshed.
Return to your cabin where the staff will be waiting with a picnic for you to enjoy.
The afternoon is free to enjoy the local scenery and rest up, followed by a barbeque inthe evening before a big rafting adventure.
Day 2: Wake up early and have a light breakfast. There are two options depending on
the skill level of each group. For first-timers and groups wanting a more relaxed tour,
Class I and II tours are available. For more experienced groups wanting a morechallenging experience, there is a Class III tour. Each course takes approximately 4hours.
Enjoy the afternoon and evening by camping out in nature. Swim, fish, or just relax
with your family and friends. Our staff will provide evening meals made from local
fish and vegetables.
Day 3: Wake up early again for your final day. The pace will be leisurely allowing
you to enjoy the beautiful natural scenery and wildlife. Return to your cabin.

問１ （ １６ ）According to Nina Simmons…
➀ whitewater rafting is always safe.
➁ taking classes is best before rafting.
➂ the rivers they use for tours are intermediate and below.
➃ safety is not considered that important on the tours.
問２ （ １７ ）Which question did Mr. Wildman ask Ms. Simmons?
➀ When is the best time of the year to go whitewater rafting?
➁ How dangerous is whitewater rafting?
➂ Is there a limit to the number of people that can go on the tour?
➃ What’s the schedule for a usual rafting tour?

7問３ （ １８ ）The six different river classifications describe…
➀ the number of rivers.
➁ the size of each boat.
➂ the level of difficulty.
➃ the cost of each tour.
問４ （ １９ ）Which of the following is true about payment for the tour?
➀ Most of the deposit will be returned to the customer if the tour is cancelled.
➁ $100 is needed as a deposit for each person on every tour.
➂ Customers can only use credit cards to pay for the tours.
➃ 60% of customers cancel their tours within 3 weeks.
問５ （ ２０ ）Which of the following is true about the tour?
➀ Guests do not need to prepare their own food.
➁ Guests are not allowed to go fishing during the tour.
➂ Guests need to arrange their accommodation by themselves.
➃ Guests will only go whitewater rafting on the tour.

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第４問 次の労働生産性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。

*1Microsoft tested out a four-day work week in its Japan offices and found as a result
employees were not only happier–but significantly more productive.

For the month of August, Microsoft Japan experimented with a new project called
Work-Life Choice Challenge Summer 2019, giving its entire 2,300-person workforce
five Fridays off *2in a row without decreasing pay.
The shortened weeks led to more efficient meetings, happier workers and boosted
productivity by a *3staggering 40%, the company concluded at the end of the trial. As
part of the program, the company had also planned to *4subsidize family vacations foremployees up to ¥100,000 or $920.
“Work a short time, rest well and learn a lot,” Microsoft Japan president and CEO
Takuya Hirano said in a statement to Microsoft Japan’s website. ①“I want employees tothink about and experience how they can achieve the same results with 20% lessworking time.”
In addition to the increased productivity, employees took 25% less time off during
the *5trial and electricity use was down 23% in the office with the additional day off perweek. Employees printed 59% fewer pages of paper during the trial. The vast majorityof※この問題は、著作権の関係により掲載ができません。
employees–92%–said they liked the shorter week.
The experiment is not the first time long weekends have been experimented with in
the corporate world. In 2018, New Zealand trust management company Perpetual
Guardian trialed a four-day work week over two months for its 240 staff members.
Employees reported experiencing better work-life balance and improved focus in theoffice. Staff stress levels decreased by 7%.
Workers have often said they could be more productive with less time in the office. Asurvey of 1,500 workers and 600 *6human resources managers by HR consulting firm
Robert Half found 66% of workers said they wanted to work less than five days a week.
Another experiment published by the Harvard Business Review shows shorter workdays, a decrease from the average 8-hour work day to a 6-hour work day, increased
productivity. A 2018 survey of 3,000 employees by the Workforce Institute at Kronos
found more than half of full-time workers thought they could do their job in five hours aday.
…
: From Paul, Kari. “Microsoft Japan tested a four-day work week and productivity
jumped by 40%.” The Guardian Online, November 4, 2019, https://www.theguardian.
com/technology/2019/nov/04/microsoft-japan-four-day-work-week-productivity.

9*2（注） *1employees 社員、従業員
in a row 連続して
*3
*4
staggering 信じがたいほどのsubsidize ・・・に助成金を与える*5*6
trial 試行
human resources 人事

問１ （ ２１ ）What did Microsoft Japan do in August of 2019?
➀ Decreased pay for all its 2,300-person workforce.
➁ Asked employees to be less productive.
➂ Introduced a set of new working conditions for its employees.
➃ Told staff members to work five Fridays each month.
問２ （ ２２ ）The results of the project…
➀ show that employees work better.
➁ prove that staff feel more tired.
➂ indicate that employees are more productive with less vacation time.
➃ suggest that 40% of staff want to go on vacation more often.
問３ （ ２３ ）CEO Takuya Hirano…
➀ thinks working hard is the only way to be successful.
➁ hopes employees work in a more healthy and productive manner.
➂ believes that electricity and paper waste is necessary.
➃ wants 92% of the employees to work an additional day per week.
問４ （ ２４ ）Which word best describes the results of the New Zealand experiment?
➀ trustworthy➁ positive➂ stressful➃ ineffective
問５ （ ２５ ）Which of the following could Microsoft Japan employees do in August of 2019?
➀ Receive money for going on holidays.
➁ Work more overtime.
➂ Take as many days off as they wanted.
➃ Use more resources.
問６ （ ２６ ）
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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 1 回入学試験(英語) 模範解答 2023 年 2 月 22 日実施

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