words and phrases
scenery
景色
④ is not posted
発表される（投稿される、掲示される）
The astronaut position was advertised in a newspaper.
F
It was advertised in an in-house newsletter.
Who told the speaker about the astronaut position?
A. His father B. His wife
C. His friend D. His teacher
B. His wife
reflect
～を反射する
③hesitated
The speaker was happy with his job and was busy every day.
T
Why did the speaker decide to apply for the astronaut position?
A. He wanted to meet famous people.
B. His wife told him to do so.
C. He might not have another chance.
D. He wanted to study abroad.
C. He might not have another chance.
recruitment
新規採用
① currently
現在の
Astronauts are recruited every year.
F
Astronauts are recruited only when needed.
Where did the speaker see the beautiful picture of space?
A. Through the shuttle window B. From the moon
C. From the Earth D. From an airplane
A. Through the shuttle window
留学する
study abroad
⑤ opportunity
機会
Mohri Mamoru called and congratulated him.
T
How often are astronauts recruited?
A. Every year B. Every five years
C. Every ten years D. Only when needed
D. Only when needed
～と比べると
compared with~
⑭ as if you could touch it
まるでそれ(地球）を触れるかのように
The speaker thought the Earth looked more beautiful through the shuttle window than outside the shuttle.
F
The Earth looked more real and alive outside the shuttle.
What did the Earth do outside the shuttle?
A. It stopped moving. B. It continuously changed.
C. It disappeared. D. It became dark.
B. It continuously changed.