英検1級道場-6月英検1級新傾向に備えて－皆さんの意見を伺います
英検1級道場では、日頃から、英検に合格するためには英作文を強化することが一番の近道であることを事実に基づいて数字で鮮明に説明し、最も効率的な学習方法を伝えています。この点については、下記をご覧ください
https://mbp-japan.com/chiba/eiken/column/5128580/☚2022-3英検合否データ一覧
https://mbp-japan.com/chiba/eiken/column/?jid=5008318☚英検英作文分析と、合格対策（57件の記事あり）
■今回、下記のように、2023-1（2023/06/04実施）の3級、準2級、2級、準1級、1級の英作文問題を列挙し、比べてみました。
・3級 →準2級 →2級 →準1級 →1級 の順番にレベルアップしている姿が鮮明です！
・使う単語の質、数量、構文、論理が段々と高度になっていく姿が見事です！
・日本語で例えると、小学生 →中学生 →高校生 →大学生 →教養のある社会人 の順番に作文を並べた印象です
・英検1級道場では、単語、読解、リスニング、英作文のすべてで基礎を固めることの大切さを繰り返し伝え、1級を目指す人でも、3級レベルからやりなおし、一歩ずつ基礎を固めながら学習を進める方向で指導しています
■因みに、各級は、次のような変遷をたどっています
1級
今の形になったのは2016-1～ それ以前は6つのPOINTSが用意され、その中から3つ選ぶ形式。新方式では、論点を自分で考えねばならなくなった分、難しくなった
準1級
今の形になったのは2016-1～ それ以前はEメールのやりとり形式だったが、「プチ1級」形式にグレードアップし、難しくなった
2級
英作文が入ったのが2016-1～ 合否判定方式が変化した（RLWの偏差値合計が一定基準を超えると合格）のと同時に「プチ準1級」形式で英作文が入った
準2級
英作文が入ったのが2017-1～ 合否判定方式が変化した（RLWの偏差値合計が一定基準を超えると合格）翌年に英作文が入った
3級
英作文が入ったのが2017-1～ 合否判定方式が変化した（RLWの偏差値合計が一定基準を超えると合格）翌年に英作文が入った
■英検道場では、下記のような英検英作文対策を用意していますので、興味があれば声をかけてください
https://mbp-japan.com/chiba/eiken/seminar/1200643/
https://mbp-japan.com/chiba/eiken/seminar/5008252/
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英検2023-1 英作文問題と英検解答例を並べてみました
英検3級
●あなたは，外国人の友達から以下の QUESTION をされました。
●QUESTION について，あなたの考えとその理由を2 つ英文で書きなさい。
●語数の目安は25語～35語です。
解答は，解答用紙のB面にあるライティング解答欄に書きなさい。なお，解答欄の外に書かれたものは採点されません。
●解答が QUESTION に対応していないと判断された場合は，0 点と採点されることがあります。QUESTION をよく読んでから答えてください。
2023-1
QUESTION What is the most exciting sport for you?
Baseball is the most exciting sport for me.
First, I enjoy seeing famous baseball players at the stadium.
Second, I’m very happy when my favorite team wins a big game.
英検準2級
●あなたは，外国人の知り合いから以下の QUESTION をされました。
●QUESTION について，あなたの意見とその理由を2つ英文で書きなさい。
●語数の目安は50語～60語です。
●解答は，解答用紙のB面にあるライティング解答欄に書きなさい。なお，解答欄の外に書かれたものは採点されません。
●解答が QUESTION に対応していないと判断された場合は，0点と採点されることがあります。QUESTION をよく読んでから答えてください。
Question Do you think hospitals should be open on weekends?
I do not think hospitals should be open on weekends.
I have two reasons.
First, workers at hospitals need enough time to relax on weekends.
They can reduce their stress by refreshing themselves.
Second, weekends are good chances for families to spend time together.
For example, workers at hospitals can go hiking with their family members.
英検2級
●以下の TOPIC について，あなたの意見とその理由を2つ書きなさい。
●POINTS は理由を書く際の参考となる観点を示したものです。ただし，これら以外の観点から理由を書いてもかまいません。
●語数の目安は80語～100語です。
●解答は，解答用紙のB面にあるライティング解答欄に書きなさい。なお，解答欄の外に書かれたものは採点されません。
●解答が TOPIC に示された問いの答えになっていない場合や，TOPIC からずれていると判断された場合は，0点と採点されることがあります。TOPIC の内容をよく読んでから答えてください。
2023-1
TOPIC
Today, many buildings collect rainwater and then use it in various ways, such as giving water to plants.
Do you think such buildings will become more common in the future?
POINTS
● Cost
● Emergency
● Technology
I think such buildings will become more common in the future.
First, by making use of rainwater, a building owner can reduce the cost of water used from the water supply.
For example, rainwater can be used for washing cars and for growing plants in gardens.
Second, collecting rainwater can be useful in times of disaster.
Due to damage to water pipes, supplies of water are sometimes limited.
In such cases, rainwater will help until normal conditions return.
Therefore, I think buildings that collect rainwater will become more common in the future.
英検準1級
● Write an essay on the given TOPIC.
● Use TWO of the POINTS below to support your answer.
● Structure: introduction, main body, and conclusion
● Suggested length: 120-150 words
● Write your essay in the space provided on Side B of your answer sheet.
Any writing outside the space will not be graded.
2023-1
TOPIC Should businesses provide more online services?
POINTS
● Convenience
● Cost
● Jobs
● The environment
In today’s fast-paced digital world, I believe businesses should provide more online services.
The benefits of doing so are related to convenience and cost.
Firstly, providing more online services leads to increased convenience.
For instance, online customer support provides people with the means to contact businesses whenever they have queries.
This can be particularly beneficial for busy people or international customers who live in different time zones.
Additionally, online services can be cost-effective for businesses.
With the rise of e-commerce, moving to online digital platforms can reduce expenses and streamline operations.
Selling products online, for example, can help businesses cut utility bills.
Companies can also reach a wider audience and increase profits without constructing more physical stores.
In conclusion, businesses should provide more online services, as this will not only allow them to enhance customers’ experiences but also reduce operating costs.
英検1級
■Write an essay on the given TOPIC.
■Give THREE reasons to support your answer.
■Structure: introduction, main body, and conclusion
■Suggested length: 200～240 words
● Write your essay in the space provided on Side B of your answer sheet.
Any writing outside the space will not be graded.
2023-1
TOPIC Is investment from foreign companies necessary for the success of Japan’s economy?
Although Japan is one of the world’s largest economies, many are concerned about its future growth.
Investment from foreign companies, however, can be an essential source of capital and create opportunities to gain expertise while also offering vital access to overseas markets.
Foreign investment can be more substantial than domestic sources of capital, and this can help finance business activities that would otherwise be inaccessible.
These include new product development or research into cutting-edge manufacturing technologies.
The resulting increase in productivity will undoubtedly spur innovation and growth across various sectors.
Additionally, foreign companies can introduce new corporate practices that improve the efficiency and competitiveness of Japanese businesses.
Courting foreign investment will expose Japanese firms to new business models and managing styles, creating more-dynamic business environments.
And when workers from these companies move between jobs, these new ideas can disseminate throughout the economy and effect further beneficial change.
Furthermore, foreign investment provides opportunities for Japanese companies to expand globally.
Overcoming barriers to international business expansion, such as cultural differences, is a common challenge.
Through cooperation with foreign investors, however, Japanese firms can access new markets and distribution channels, which ultimately serves to bolster foreign confidence and strengthen international corporate ties.
In conclusion, foreign investment fosters new corporate growth while enriching businesses with new practices and creating inroads to overseas markets.
As corporations prosper, so too does Japan’s economy via increased sales and employment, better corporate governance, and deeper international relationships.
