英検2級無料模試【第65セット】Reading31問＋Writing2題｜独自33題・全解答と詳解

問1

The university plans to ______ the number of public lectures after receiving strong interest from local residents.

1. increase
2. predict
3. borrow
4. refuse

問2

The school will ______ the original reports so that future students can examine how the research was carried out.

1. interrupt
2. preserve
3. consume
4. invent

問3

The librarian asked students to ______ the website’s opening hours before making travel plans.

1. assume
2. encourage
3. verify
4. supply

問4

The committee found that the first trial had an important ______: it included only people who already used the library.

1. approval
2. benefit
3. refund
4. limitation

問5

The city wants to ______ public transport with better routes for residents who cannot drive.

1. improve
2. predict
3. refund
4. reserve

問6

Applicants will receive a ______ email only after the organizer has assigned the available seats.

1. temporary
2. confirmation
3. requesting
4. incomplete

問7

The science teacher explained that the two measurements were not ______ because the sensors had been placed at different heights.

1. optional
2. available
3. comparable
4. voluntary

問8

The new website will not be published ______ the school checks that all student photographs have appropriate permissions.

1. even if
2. in case of
3. despite
4. unless

問9

The museum has introduced a ______ entrance for visitors who cannot use steps.

1. step-free
2. unrelated
3. historical to
4. additional of

問10

Many local families expressed ______ for affordable after-school lessons.

1. surplus
2. demand
3. shortage
4. warranty

問11

The repair shop agreed to ______ the damaged microphone with a working model.

1. insure
2. compensate for
3. replace
4. reimburse for

問12

The coordinator decided to ______ the outdoor event until the following weekend because of strong winds.

1. preserve
2. compare
3. demand
4. postpone

問13

The teacher asked students to ______ between facts shown in the data and their own interpretations.

1. distinguish
2. donate
3. charge
4. maintain

問14

The town considered the long-term maintenance ______ before deciding whether to buy more shared bicycles.

1. warranties
2. expenses
3. licenses
4. appointments

問15

The safety coordinator will ______ the repaired equipment before it is used at the exhibition.

1. assume
2. notify
3. inspect
4. participate

問16

The committee’s report will ______ the benefits and drawbacks of extending the school library’s hours.

1. replace
2. borrow
3. calculate a
4. evaluate

問17

The school will take the needs of pupils with disabilities ______ account when planning the new entrance.

1. into
2. under
3. toward
4. out

長文空所A｜街の使い捨てごみを減らす

A town noticed that a large amount of disposable packaging was being thrown away after weekend food markets. It introduced a system in which customers could borrow reusable containers and return them at collection points. Organizers expected the change to reduce waste but were unsure how much extra cleaning and transport would be needed. They decided to run a short trial [18] introducing the system throughout the town.

During the trial, many customers used the containers, but some returned them to places far from the original markets. Workers had to move the containers between locations, and this increased transport distances. [19], the team began recording return journeys and cleaning costs instead of counting how many disposable boxes were saved.

The organizers planned to compare the environmental benefits with operating costs and customer convenience. They would not make a final decision [20] they had collected information about both the advantages and the drawbacks.

問18｜空欄[18]

1. before
2. while
3. despite
4. because of

問19｜空欄[19]

1. On the contrary
2. For this reason
3. For example
4. Nevertheless

問20｜空欄[20]

1. because of
2. even though
3. until
4. instead of

長文空所B｜地域の音声案内を改善する

A city museum introduced an audio guide about local history. It was popular with many visitors, but some older people said that the spoken explanations were too fast. Other visitors wanted written summaries because they found listening difficult in noisy rooms. The museum asked these visitors to describe the problems [21] deciding on technical changes.

Staff then created slower playback options and printed summaries. The museum also tested whether the volume controls and headphones were safe and easy to use. [22], it asked volunteers to examine whether the written descriptions accurately represented the original historical sources.

The museum planned to evaluate visitor feedback and maintenance costs over several months. It wanted to make the exhibition more accessible [23] assuming that one type of guide would meet everyone’s needs.

問21｜空欄[21]

1. instead of
2. unless
3. before
4. despite

問22｜空欄[22]

1. On the contrary
2. Nevertheless
3. For this reason
4. In addition

問23｜空欄[23]

1. without
2. despite
3. because of
4. even if

Eメール｜学生科学交流会の提出物

From: Regional Youth Science Forum Subject: Important information for participating teams Every team attending the forum on Saturday, December 5 must submit a written outline of no more than 220 words by Monday, November 30. Teams that use slides should also upload the presentation file by Wednesday, December 2. An automated email confirms that the system received the file, but it does not mean that the technical review has been completed. Please keep the original available in case changes are needed. On December 5, registration begins at the north entrance at 8:40 a.m. All teams must finish checking in by 9:20 a.m. Presentations begin at 10:00 a.m. Each team has five minutes to speak and three minutes for questions. Groups that use electrical devices must obtain approval from the safety coordinator. If a model cannot be approved, photographs or diagrams may be used instead. Please check publication permission before displaying photographs showing identifiable people.

問24｜What must every team submit by November 30?

1. A working electrical model
2. A school bus timetable
3. A written outline of no more than 220 words
4. A complete video recording

問25｜What does the automated upload message confirm?

1. The file was received but may not have passed the technical review
2. The electrical model is approved
3. Every presentation time has been extended
4. The team does not need to register

説明文｜街の歴史的な歩道を修復する

A town planned to repair a stone walkway beside an old market. The route was popular with visitors, but several sections had become uneven. Some residents wanted to preserve every original stone, while others argued that safety should come first. Engineers inspected the path and explained that some damaged stones could be repaired, but others would need replacing. They also identified a step-free alternative for people using wheelchairs or strollers. The town decided to preserve historic materials where they met safety requirements and use suitable modern materials elsewhere. The council considered costs, accessibility, and the historical value of different parts of the walkway. It invited residents to test the alternative route before deciding on the final design. The council also planned regular maintenance inspections after the repairs were finished. Officials explained that preserving history did not mean ignoring modern safety standards, and that an attractive path was not necessarily convenient for every visitor.

問26｜What problem did engineers find with the walkway?

1. It had no historical value
2. Some stones were uneven or damaged
3. Every stone had been stolen
4. The market no longer existed

問27｜How did the town plan to balance history and safety?

1. Preserve all stones without inspection
2. Remove every historic feature
3. Keep original materials where safe and replace others suitably
4. Close the whole market permanently

問28｜Why were residents invited to test the alternative route?

1. To decide ticket prices
2. To count every historical building
3. To select new shop owners
4. To evaluate whether the step-free route was usable

説明文｜地域の食品配送を共有する

Some neighborhoods have created shared delivery services for households that find it difficult to carry groceries home. Volunteers collect goods from several stores and bring them to homes or a central collection point. Supporters hope the service will reduce repeated car journeys and make shopping easier for older residents. However, the service also creates challenges. Refrigerated foods must be kept at safe temperatures, and many customers are not at home during the day. In some areas, volunteers spend a long time delivering to distant houses. Other residents drive their own cars to the collection point, which may reduce the environmental benefit of combining deliveries. One project introduced a reservation calendar and tested insulated containers. Staff recorded total travel distances, food safety checks, and volunteer hours. They also asked customers when they preferred to receive their orders. After several months, the organizers decided to continue a limited trial. They said demand was promising but wanted more evidence about operating costs, safety, and actual environmental effects before expanding.

問29｜What is one challenge in operating the shared delivery service?

1. Every customer lives next to the stores
2. All foods can safely stay warm
3. Cold foods require proper temperature control
4. Volunteers never travel to distant homes

問30｜Why did staff measure total travel distances?

1. To choose a new museum exhibit
2. Extra journeys could offset the expected environmental benefit
3. To change the names of local streets
4. Every store had closed

問31｜What was the organizers’ decision?

1. Close the service immediately
2. Make the service permanent without conditions
3. Ignore volunteer and safety costs
4. Continue a limited trial while collecting more evidence