JLPT N2 Reading Test 3
This JLPT N2 Reading Test focuses on understanding explanations, opinions, and cause–effect relationships commonly tested in the JLPT N2 dokkai section.
Instructions:
Read the passage below carefully and answer the five questions.
Select the most appropriate option. Once selected, the answer will be locked and explained.
Q1. 以前の食生活について、文章ではどのように述べているか。
Q2. 自炊が注目されている理由として正しいものはどれか。
Q3. 自炊の問題点として挙げられているのはどれか。
Q4. 「無理をせず」とは、この文ではどのような意味か。
Q5. 筆者が最後に伝えたいことは何か。
Paragraph Meaning (Complete English Translation)
In recent years, as awareness of health has increased, more people are rethinking their eating habits. In the past, many people relied on eating out or convenience store meals because they were busy. However, as a result of continuing such lifestyles, many people began to feel unwell. As a result, cooking for oneself has gained attention. By cooking at home, it becomes easier to consider ingredients and nutritional balance, which is believed to help with health management. Recently, easy recipes and cooking tools have increased, lowering the barrier to cooking compared to before. On the other hand, cooking requires time and effort. For busy people with work and household duties, cooking every day is not easy. Therefore, it is said to be important to combine home cooking with eating out or prepared meals without forcing oneself. Furthermore, meals are related not only to health but also to mental satisfaction. Eating with others can create conversation and improve one’s mood. When improving eating habits, it is necessary to consider not only nutrition but also enjoyment and sustainability.