TOPIK Practice – TOPIK I 어휘 [어휘] 1–5 (9/11/2026) – caitlin clark news

정답: B. 농구

How to solve: The sentence states 'Caitlin Clark is a great ____ player.' Caitlin Clark is famously known as a basketball player. Therefore, '농구' (basketball) is the correct word to complete the sentence.

A — "축구" means soccer. Caitlin Clark is not a soccer player.

B — "농구" means basketball. This is correct as Caitlin Clark is a renowned basketball player.

C — "야구" means baseball. Caitlin Clark is not a baseball player.

D — "배구" means volleyball. Caitlin Clark is not a volleyball player.

정답: C. 선수

How to solve: The sentence asks 'Who is the most outstanding ____ this season?' In the context of sports and Caitlin Clark, who is a sports figure, the most appropriate word to describe someone outstanding in a season is a 'player'.

A — "의사" means doctor. This is irrelevant to sports context.

B — "학생" means student. While Caitlin Clark was a student, 'player' is more specific to her role in sports.

C — "선수" means player. This fits perfectly in a sports context asking about an outstanding individual in a season.

D — "선생님" means teacher. This is irrelevant to sports context.

정답: C. 경기

How to solve: The sentence asks 'When is Caitlin Clark's next ____?' Given that she is a basketball player, the most logical thing to ask about is her next 'game' or 'match'.

A — "식사" means meal. This is not related to a player's professional schedule.

B — "회의" means meeting. While athletes might have meetings, 'game' is more central to their public schedule.

C — "경기" means game or match. This is the most appropriate word for a professional athlete's schedule.

D — "여행" means trip or travel. While she travels for games, the question is about the event itself.

정답: C. 기록

How to solve: The sentence states 'She set many new ____ this season.' Caitlin Clark is widely known for breaking numerous scoring and assist records in basketball. Therefore, '기록' (record) is the most suitable word.

A — "숙제" means homework. This is irrelevant in the context of a professional athlete's achievements.

B — "약속" means appointment or promise. While she might have appointments, 'setting new promises' doesn't make sense in this context.

C — "기록" means record. This is highly appropriate, as athletes set and break records.

D — "선물" means gift. This is irrelevant to setting achievements in a season.

정답: B. 인기

How to solve: The sentence states 'Caitlin Clark has a lot of ____ among the younger generation.' Caitlin Clark's rise to fame has significantly boosted women's basketball and her own 'popularity'. Therefore, '인기' (popularity) is the correct word.

A — "날씨" means weather. This is completely irrelevant.

B — "인기" means popularity. This fits perfectly, as she is very popular among young fans.

C — "음악" means music. While some athletes might be associated with music, it's not the primary characteristic described here.

D — "숙제" means homework. This is irrelevant.