I took the Eiken Pre-2nd Grade test and successfully passed.

The other day, I took the Eiken Pre-2nd Grade test and was able to pass safely.
This was my first time taking the Eiken test in 38 years, ever since I was a student. I was a little nervous until I saw the results, but since the pass/fail confirmation was provided online yesterday, I felt both relieved and very happy when I saw the word "Pass."

The method I used this time was "Eiken S-CBT," where you go to a test center on a Sunday and take the test using a computer. Since you can take the reading, writing, listening, and speaking sections all on the same day, I felt it was an easy way for adults with work and family commitments to take on the challenge. Because it is a format where you use a PC at the venue, I think it is reassuring to get a little used to reading English text on a screen and solving problems while listening to audio in advance.

I started studying for the Eiken Pre-2nd Grade about three months before the test. Since I couldn't easily find large blocks of time, I made progress little by little using my mornings and spare time. The materials I used this time were a vocabulary book, a past exam collection, and a book for interview preparation. I felt that it is important to repeat things, especially vocabulary and conversation sentences, even if only a little bit every day. It is said that the number of English words required for Eiken Pre-2nd Grade is around 3,500. Increasing the number of "words you have seen before" makes it easier to grasp the meaning in long reading passages and listening sections.

The past exam questions were also useful for understanding the time management required for the actual test. At first, there were many problems I didn't understand, but by not leaving the questions I got wrong as they were and checking "why this expression is used," I think I gradually built up my skills. Rather than trying to make everything perfect, it is important to find your weak points and review them repeatedly.

Also, in Eiken, your "attitude" during the speaking section is evaluated. Attitude refers to your posture of trying to respond positively to questions. I learned that it is important not to stay silent when you don't understand, but to ask for clarification or answer in your own words, even if it is short. I believe that even if your English is not perfect, the desire to convey your thoughts to the other person is properly evaluated.

I learned later that the pass rate for Eiken Pre-2nd Grade is said to be around 35%. I am glad I continued little by little for three months.
When I told them I passed, my wife and daughter celebrated for me. Having my family say "congratulations" to me is also a great joy this time. Studying is something you do alone, but having people who support you is truly a source of strength.
I felt once again that it is fun to take on new challenges at any age. I would be happy if this could be of even a little help to those who are going to challenge the Eiken Pre-2nd Grade from now on.

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