TOPIK I Reading Practice: Choose the Matching Statement & Explanation
Practice TOPIK I Reading with a free question about a family trip to Jeju Island. Learn how to choose the statement that matches a Korean passage with clear English explanations.
Can you find the statement that matches a Korean reading passage? In this free TOPIK I Reading practice from Seoul X On, you'll read about a family trip to Jeju Island, choose the correct statement, and see exactly why it's right.
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1. Watch the TOPIK I Reading Practice Video
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Read the passage carefully and try to choose the correct answer before checking the explanation!
2. TOPIK I Reading Practice Question
Question
다음의 내용과 같은 것을 고르십시오.
Choose the statement that matches the passage.
Reading Passage
저는 다음 달에 가족과 함께 제주도에 갈 겁니다. 제주도에서는 바다도 보고 맛있는 음식도 먹을 겁니다. 제주도에 가는 것은 이번이 처음이라서 정말 기대됩니다.
I'm going to Jeju Island with my family next month. We'll enjoy the ocean views and eat delicious food there. It's my first time visiting Jeju Island, so I'm really looking forward to it.
Answer Choices
① 저는 지난달에 제주도에 갔습니다.
② 저는 가족과 제주도에 갈 예정입니다.
③ 저는 제주도에 여러 번 가 봤습니다.
④ 저는 제주도에서 친구를 만날 겁니다.
3. Correct Answer
✅ ② 저는 가족과 제주도에 갈 예정입니다. (I'm planning to go to Jeju Island with my family.)
The correct answer is ② because it accurately matches the travel plans described in the passage.
4. Detailed Explanation
The passage describes a future trip to Jeju Island with family. It mentions that the trip will take place next month and that this will be the first visit.
The key phrase is "다음 달에 가족과 함께 제주도에 갈 겁니다" (I'm going to Jeju Island with my family next month).
The expression "갈 겁니다" (will go / am going to go) describes a future action, while "갈 예정입니다" (am planning to go) expresses a plan. Both expressions describe a future trip in this context.
Therefore, ② is the correct answer because it preserves the meaning of the original passage.
Let's look at the answer choices:
| Answer | Meaning | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| ① 저는 지난달에 제주도에 갔습니다. | I went to Jeju Island last month. | Incorrect. The passage says the trip is planned for next month, not last month. |
| ② 저는 가족과 제주도에 갈 예정입니다. ✅ | I'm planning to go to Jeju Island with my family. | Correct. This statement matches the future travel plans described in the passage. |
| ③ 저는 제주도에 여러 번 가 봤습니다. | I've been to Jeju Island several times. | Incorrect. The passage says this will be the first visit to Jeju Island. |
| ④ 저는 제주도에서 친구를 만날 겁니다. | I'm going to meet a friend on Jeju Island. | Incorrect. The passage mentions traveling with family but does not mention meeting friends. |
Remember: In TOPIK I Reading, pay attention to time expressions and important details. Words like "지난달" (last month), "다음 달" (next month), and "처음" (first time) can help you eliminate incorrect answers. Also, look for expressions with similar meanings, such as "갈 겁니다" and "갈 예정입니다".
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