TOPIK Practice – TOPIK I 어휘 [어휘] 1–5 (2/2/2026) – 爱泼斯坦

정답: A. 알려진

How to solve: The sentence describes Epstein's initial status among many people. '알려진' (known) means he was well-known, which fits the context of a publicly recognized figure. The other choices do not fit the meaning of being widely known.

A — '알려진' means 'known' or 'famous'. This accurately describes a public figure like Epstein who was widely recognized.

B — '숨겨진' means 'hidden'. This is the opposite of being well-known to many people.

C — '잊혀진' means 'forgotten'. This contradicts the idea that many people recognized him.

D — '발견된' means 'discovered'. While he might have been 'discovered' in some sense, it doesn't describe his general status as being 'known' to many.

정답: A. 모임

How to solve: The sentence indicates that Epstein participated in various ______. Among the given choices, '모임' (gatherings/meetings) is the most appropriate noun to describe events or activities a person would participate in. The other options are not suitable for participation in this context.

A — '모임' refers to gatherings or meetings. Participating in various '모임' is a common and fitting activity for a person involved in social or business circles.

B — '음식' means 'food'. One does not 'participate in food'.

C — '동물' means 'animals'. One does not 'participate in animals'.

D — '날씨' means 'weather'. One does not 'participate in weather'.

정답: A. 복잡

How to solve: The sentence describes Epstein's actions as being '______ in many ways'. Given the public knowledge about him, '복잡' (complex/complicated) is the most fitting description for his actions, which were often embroiled in legal and ethical issues. The other choices describe positive states that do not align with his public image.

A — '복잡' means 'complex' or 'complicated'. This word aptly describes actions or situations that are not simple and may involve many different, often problematic, aspects.

B — '안전' means 'safe'. This is not generally associated with Epstein's actions.

C — '평화' means 'peaceful'. This is contrary to the controversies surrounding Epstein.

D — '행복' means 'happy'. This describes a feeling, not a characteristic of actions in this context.

정답: A. 들었다

How to solve: The sentence describes what people do with news about Epstein. '들었다' (heard) is the most common and natural verb to use when referring to receiving news or information through media. The other verbs do not fit the context of people receiving news.

A — '들었다' is the past tense of '듣다' (to hear). People 'hear' news, making this the correct choice.

B — '만들었다' is the past tense of '만들다' (to make). People do not typically 'make' news about someone in this context; rather, they consume it.

C — '보냈다' is the past tense of '보내다' (to send). People 'send' news, but not usually in the context of passively receiving it.

D — '팔았다' is the past tense of '팔다' (to sell). People do not typically 'sell' news about someone unless they are a journalist or media outlet, not in the general sense of consuming news.

정답: A. 사실

How to solve: The sentence states that many ______ related to Epstein were reported. '사실' (facts/truths) is the most appropriate noun to describe what is reported in the news. While '비밀' (secrets) might also be reported, '사실' is a more general and direct fit for news content.

A — '사실' means 'fact' or 'truth'. News reports primarily convey 'facts' or alleged facts.

B — '꿈' means 'dream'. Dreams are not typically reported as news regarding a public figure's actions.

C — '장난감' means 'toy'. Toys are completely unrelated to news reports about Epstein.

D — '비밀' means 'secret'. While secrets related to Epstein might be revealed and reported, '사실' is a broader and more fundamental term for what constitutes a news report.