Notes
tense 緊張した、(緊張しすぎて)不自然な、堅苦しい;
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I took the Eiken Grade 1 test last month. It was the first time I took an Eiken test since I passed the Pre-1 test 30 years ago. It was about 140 minutes of reading, writing, and listening. The atmosphere was extremely tense, as if no sound was allowed. When the test was over, I couldn’t help congratulating the examinee sitting next to me, saying “Otsukaresamadeshita.” I never thought my English level was good enough, so I had avoided taking Eiken Grade 1. However, I always wanted it as an English learner. I don’t know what the results are yet, but I’m so glad that I finally tried. (by a reader)
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