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音読パッセージ(黙読1分 → 音読20秒)

Title: The Popularity of Electric Vehicles
In many countries, electric vehicles are becoming more common. Governments are encouraging their use to reduce air pollution and fight climate change. However, some people argue that electric cars are expensive and charging stations are still limited. As technology improves, electric vehicles may replace gasoline-powered cars in the future.

ナレーション(イラスト描写)(1分)

A man is driving an electric car with a smile on his face. He arrives at a charging station and plugs in his car. He checks his watch and looks frustrated because charging is taking longer than expected. Meanwhile, another driver with a gasoline car quickly refuels and leaves.

Q&A(質疑応答)

① パッセージの内容についての質問
Why are governments encouraging people to use electric vehicles?

Governments encourage the use of electric vehicles to reduce air pollution and combat climate change. They want to protect the environment and promote cleaner energy.


② パッセージのテーマに関連する質問
What are the advantages and disadvantages of electric cars?

The advantages of electric cars are that they produce no exhaust emissions and are better for the environment. However, disadvantages include their high price and the limited number of charging stations, which can make long trips difficult.


③ 受験者の意見を問う質問
Would you like to own an electric car in the future? Why or why not?

I would like to own an electric car in the future because it is environmentally friendly and can help reduce pollution. However, I would want to make sure that charging stations are convenient and affordable before buying one.