Q1 목적 다음 글의 목적으로 가장 적절한 것은?

• ① to warn owners about harmful skin products
• ② to encourage owners to bathe dogs daily
• ③ to explain proper dog bathing frequency guidelines
• ④ to suggest new brands of dog shampoo
• ⑤ to describe how to choose a veterinarian

정답 ③

해설 반려견의 피부 건강을 위해 목욕 횟수를 줄이고 적절한 주기를 지켜야 한다는 내용을 담고 있으므로 'to explain proper dog bathing frequency guidelines'가 정답이다.

Q5 제목 다음 글의 제목으로 가장 적절한 것은?

• ① The Best Ways To Groom Your Dog
• ② Why Dogs Need Frequent Baths Every Week
• ③ Understanding The Hidden Language Of Animal Care
• ④ Common Mistakes In Raising Healthy Happy Pets
• ⑤ Putting Your Pet's Needs Before Yours

정답 ⑤

해설 'Putting Your Pet's Needs Before Yours'는 반려동물을 돌볼 때 주인의 욕구보다 동물의 실제적인 필요를 우선시해야 한다는 글의 핵심 메시지를 포괄적으로 잘 담고 있다.

Q7 어법1 다음 글의 밑줄 친 부분 중, 어법상 틀린 것은?

Our number one criterion for how we care for our pets should be, "Is this ① what they actually need? How is it ② impacting them?" rather than, "What do I want?" For example, we have encountered many dog owners who bathe their dogs ③ religiously multiple times a week because they want to avoid the 'doggy' smell, but veterinary dermatologists warn against such practices, as they are not good for a dog's skin. If someone is really concerned about their dog's smell they can use waterless shampoo and thoroughly brush their dog every day but keep the baths down to once or twice a week at most. Unless they have a skin condition for ④ which a vet has prescribed medicated baths, most dogs don't need ⑤ to bathe on a regular basis. Even dogs with thick, heavy coats generally only need baths every 6 to 8 weeks.

정답 ⑤

해설 개들이 목욕을 시키는 것이 아니라 목욕을 당하는(받는) 대상이므로 수동태 to부정사가 필요합니다.

Q11 순서배열 주어진 글 다음에 이어질 글의 순서로 가장 적절한 것을 고르시오.

[주어진 글]
Our number one criterion for how we care for our pets should be, "Is this what they actually need?

(A) Even dogs with thick, heavy coats generally only need baths every 6 to 8 weeks.

(B) How is it impacting them?" rather than, "What do I want?" For example, we have encountered many dog owners who bathe their dogs religiously multiple times a week because they want to avoid the 'doggy' smell, but veterinary dermatologists warn against such practices, as they are not good for a dog's skin. If someone is really concerned about their dog's smell they can use waterless shampoo and thoroughly brush their dog every day but keep the baths down to once or twice a week at most.

(C) Unless they have a skin condition for which a vet has prescribed medicated baths, most dogs don't need to be bathed on a regular basis.

• ① (A) - (B) - (C)
• ② (A) - (C) - (B)
• ③ (B) - (A) - (C)
• ④ (B) - (C) - (A)
• ⑤ (C) - (B) - (A)

정답 ④

해설 정답 순서: (B) → (C) → (A)

Q12 요약문빈칸 다음 글을 아래와 같이 요약하고자 한다. 빈칸에 들어갈 알맞은 어휘를 주어진 철자로 시작하여 각 한 단어로 답안을 작성하시오.

Pet owners should (a)p____________ their animals' genuine health needs over personal preferences when providing care. Frequent bathing, often done to eliminate natural odors, can actually damage a dog's skin and is generally (b)u____________. Instead of excessive washing, owners should utilize gentle alternatives like brushing or waterless shampoo to maintain (c)h____________. By following professional (d)v____________ advice regarding bathing frequency, owners can ensure their pets remain healthy and comfortable without compromising their natural skin barrier.

정답
(a) prioritize [우선시하다; 우선순위를 정하다] - Pet owners should prioritize their animals' genuine health needs over personal preferences when providing care.
(b) unnecessary [불필요한] - Frequent bathing, often done to eliminate natural odors, can actually damage a dog's skin and is generally unnecessary.
(c) hygiene [위생] - Instead of excessive washing, owners should utilize gentle alternatives like brushing or waterless shampoo to maintain hygiene.
(d) veterinary - By following professional veterinary advice regarding bathing frequency, owners can ensure their pets remain healthy and comfortable without compromising their natural skin barrier.