영어 모의고사 (자동 편성)

A goal should be specific, which means ①describing exactly what you want to do instead of using vague words. It should also be measurable, so you can check your progress with numbers, such as ②counting pages read or minutes exercised. A goal should be achievable, meaning it ③fit your current situation and is not too difficult to reach. It should also be relevant, ④which means it truly matters to your life and interests. Finally, a goal should be time-bound, ⑤having a clear deadline that pushes you to take action instead of waiting.

Last January, Minji ①deciding that she would run three kilometers every morning before school. For the first week, she woke up early and ②ran happily, feeling proud of her new habit. However, after a few cold mornings, she began oversleeping, and soon she stopped running altogether. One evening, her older brother asked her why the plan ③had failed, and together they looked closely at her daily schedule. They realized that running before sunrise in freezing weather ④had been too difficult to maintain. So Minji changed her plan and decided ⑤to run after school instead, when the weather was warmer.

Every morning, our broadcasting club airs a short news program for the entire school. Last Tuesday, I was ①chosen to read the weather report for the very first time. My hands were ②shaking as the red light on the camera turned on. Halfway through my sentence, I suddenly forgot the next line completely. For a few seconds, only silence filled the studio, and I could hear my own heartbeat. My partner Minho, ③who was sitting beside me, quickly slid the script closer to me. I took a deep breath and calmly continued reading from where I ④had stopped. Somehow, my voice sounded steadier than I expected, and I ⑤finishing 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.

Jihun made a resolution to study English for two hours every day, and for the first three days, he followed his plan ①poorly and felt proud of himself. On the fourth day, however, he skipped his study time because he was too ②exhausted, and within a week, his resolution had disappeared. Feeling ③disappointed, Jihun talked to his older sister, who suggested that he try a smaller, more ④realistic goal instead of a large one. This small goal felt much less overwhelming, so he ⑤managed to keep it every day for a month.

When I joined the school broadcasting club two years ago, I only wanted to spend time with friends who shared my interests. Gradually, however, the club became something much more meaningful. I learned how to write short scripts, operate basic cameras, and edit simple video clips for school events. Working with teammates who had different strengths, such as editing or interviewing, showed me that ___________. Through these experiences, I slowly realized that I wanted to study media production in college.

A growing number of teenagers are joining book clubs that exist only on their phones. (A) However, a few teachers worry that constant notifications from a reading app can pull attention away from the book itself, since users may spend more time chatting about the story than actually reading it. Despite this concern, many students report that the sense of community keeps them reading books they would have quit halfway through if they had been reading completely alone. (B) These apps let users track how many pages they read each day, write short reviews, and join group chats about a chosen book. Some students say the apps make reading feel less lonely, because they can share their honest reactions the moment they finish a chapter instead of waiting for a weekly meeting. (C) The apps also use gentle reminders and reading streaks to keep members motivated, turning a private habit into a small social game.

On the first day of the club fair, the gym was filled with noise and color. Every table had a banner, and members called out to new first-graders like me. (A) She showed me a sketchbook filled with simple drawings by first-year members. Her gentle voice made me feel relaxed for the first time that day. Without much thought, I wrote my name on the sign-up sheet before leaving. Walking out of the gym, I finally felt that I belonged in this new school. (B) My friend Somin dragged me toward the robotics club, insisting it would suit me. However, the long list of coding projects looked too complicated for a beginner. (C) Just then, I noticed a quiet table where students were sketching posters together. A calm senior named Jian explained that the art club welcomed complete beginners.

Many people believe that a college major decides a person's entire career path. (A) A history major, for example, might later succeed as a marketer or a policy analyst. (B) However, many graduates actually end up working in fields unrelated to what they studied. (C) This shows that skills developed during study often matter more than the subject itself.

Food poisoning becomes much more common in summer, so it is important to handle food carefully. (A) In addition, keep perishable food in the refrigerator and never leave it out at room temperature for long. (B) First, always wash your hands with soap before you prepare or eat any food. (C) Finally, if you notice symptoms such as stomach pain or vomiting, see a doctor as soon as possible.

At first, Minji did not know how to fix the tension she had caused during rehearsals. (A) Soon, other members began doing the same, and rehearsals felt warmer than before. (B) She decided to start each practice by praising one small thing a classmate had done well. (C) The next day, she tried her new idea, and the room grew quiet as everyone listened.