영어 모의고사 (자동 편성)

Have you ever wondered why some people stay motivated while others give up quickly? The answer often lies in whether they have a clear goal. When people have no specific goal, they usually feel confused about where ①to start, and their interest fades within days. For example, a student who simply decides ②to study harder this year often loses direction because the plan is too vague. In contrast, a student who sets a clear goal, such as raising an English score by ten points, ③knows exactly what to do every day. This clarity creates strong motivation because the brain naturally ④focus on a clear target. A clear goal also makes progress easy to measure, and noticing small improvements keeps people ⑤encouraged to continue.

Many English teachers now ask students to write a short review after finishing a book, rather than simply filling out a reading log. At first, students often ①complain that summarizing a plot is enough work already, so writing an opinion on top of that feels unnecessary. However, a review requires something a summary does not: a clear judgment supported by ②specific evidence from the text. To defend an opinion about a character or a theme, students must return to the book and ③ignore exact passages that support their view. This process forces readers to notice details they might have skipped during a first, quick reading. Teachers who assign reviews regularly report that their students remember plot details more ④accurately and discuss characters' motivations more confidently than students who only summarize. In this sense, writing a review is not extra work added onto reading; it is a way of reading more ⑤carefully in the first place.

Every morning, our broadcasting club airs a short news program for the entire school. Last Tuesday, I was chosen to read the weather report for the very first time. My hands were ①steady as the red light on the camera turned on. Halfway through my sentence, I suddenly ②forgot the next line completely. For a few seconds, only ③silence filled the studio, and I could hear my own heartbeat. My partner Minho, who was sitting beside me, quickly slid the script closer to me. I took a deep breath and ④calmly continued reading from where I had stopped. Somehow, my voice sounded ⑤steadier than I expected, and I finished the report smoothly. After the broadcast ended, several classmates told me they had not even noticed the pause. That morning taught me that small mistakes rarely matter as much as we fear.

Many students give up on their New Year goals because the goals feel too ①big to handle. A more effective approach is to break a large goal into ②smaller, manageable steps. Once you complete that small step, move on to the next one, and gradually build toward the bigger goal. This method works because small tasks feel ③impossible, and completing them gives a sense of success. That feeling of success encourages you to keep going. Over time, small steps add up to real progress, like bricks eventually forming a ④strong wall. Starting small is often the ⑤smartest way to reach a big dream.

When people fail to reach a goal, they often feel embarrassed and want to give up. However, ___________. Some people believe failing means they simply lack ability, so they stop trying. Others see failure differently: they treat it as useful information that shows what needs to change. For example, a student who fails a math test might ask the teacher which questions were weak points and study those areas more carefully.

Whenever people discuss the future of reading, one debate never seems to end: e-books or paper books? (A) Fans of paper books, however, argue that something important is lost on a screen, since many readers say they remember a book's plot more clearly by recalling where a scene appeared on the page. (B) Supporters of e-books point out that a single device can hold thousands of titles, and readers can also change the font size or look up a word instantly. (C) Screens also invite distraction, since a single notification can pull a reader away from the story, and interestingly, most young readers do not choose one format forever.

Looking back at the goals I set last New Year, I can now see how much actually changed over the year. (A) I did not finish all twelve books I had planned to read, but six was still an improvement from the previous year. (B) Saving money turned out to be the hardest part, since unexpected expenses kept appearing throughout the year. (C) In addition, my exercise habit became a pleasant surprise, as jogging twice a week slowly turned into a daily morning routine.

주어진 문장: In contrast, throwing away useful items increases the amount of trash that ends up in landfills. Many people throw away items that they no longer need. ① However, some students have started to buy and sell used goods instead of throwing them away. ② This practice, often called secondhand trading, takes place at flea markets or through simple online apps. When you buy a secondhand book or a used bicycle, you save money and reduce waste at the same time. For example, a jacket that no longer fits your older sibling can become a treasure for someone else. Giving an old item to a new owner is like giving a toy a second life. ③ Therefore, secondhand trading, which requires little effort, protects both your wallet and the environment. ④ Small choices like this can make a big difference for our planet. ⑤

주어진 문장: This encouraging change made me want to improve my other habits as well. On January 1st, I decided to become a healthier person and wrote down three goals: exercising three times a week, reading one book every month, and sleeping before midnight. ( ① ) During the first week, I followed my plan without any trouble. ( ② ) However, by the second week, I began skipping my morning jogs because I felt too tired after school. ( ③ ) My friend Mina noticed that I looked discouraged, so she offered to exercise with me after class. ( ④ ) We started jogging around the park every Tuesday and Thursday, and having a partner made the habit much easier to keep. ( ⑤ ) I also moved my book onto my desk instead of my phone, which helped me read a few pages every night.

주어진 문장: Each presentation should last no longer than two minutes and may include a poster or simple props to explain the goal clearly. Our school will hold the New Year Goal Presentation Day on Friday, January 30th, in the main auditorium. ( ① ) Every student is invited to share one personal goal for this year in front of classmates and teachers. ( ② ) Students who wish to participate must submit a short outline to their homeroom teacher by January 23rd. ( ③ ) The event will begin at two o'clock and will end with light refreshments for everyone who attended. ( ④ ) Prizes will be given for the most creative goal and the most inspiring presentation, chosen by a panel of teachers. ( ⑤ ) We hope this event will encourage students to think seriously about their goals and support one another throughout the new year.