TOPIK Practice – TOPIK I 어휘 [어휘] 1–5 (2/17/2026) – michael caine

정답: B. 배우

How to solve: The sentence describes Michael Caine's profession. He is well-known for his work in films. Among the choices, '배우' (actor) is the most appropriate word to complete the sentence.

A — 가수 (singer) – Michael Caine is not primarily known as a singer.

B — 배우 (actor) – This is correct as Michael Caine is a celebrated actor.

C — 작가 (writer) – While he has published an autobiography, his main profession is acting.

D — 운동선수 (athlete) – This is incorrect; he is not an athlete.

정답: B. 영화

How to solve: The verb '출연하다' (to appear in, to star in) is typically used in the context of films, TV shows, or plays. Therefore, '영화' (movie) is the most suitable word to fill the blank.

A — 음식 (food) – You don't 'appear in' food.

B — 영화 (movie) – This is correct; actors appear in movies.

C — 책 (book) – While one can be featured in a book, '출연하다' is not the primary verb used.

D — 그림 (picture/painting) – You don't 'appear in' a painting in this context.

정답: C. 연기

How to solve: Michael Caine is famous for his acting career spanning decades. '활동을 하다' means 'to do activities.' Among the choices, '연기' (acting) is the most relevant activity for an actor.

A — 연구 (research) – Not his primary activity.

B — 여행 (travel) – Not his primary professional activity.

C — 연기 (acting) – This is correct, as he has an extensive acting career.

D — 요리 (cooking) – Not his primary activity.

정답: A. 친절한

How to solve: Michael Caine is known for his sophisticated and gentlemanly demeanor. The phrase '사랑받고 있습니다' (is loved by many people) suggests a positive characteristic. '친절한' (kind/friendly) aligns well with a positive and gentlemanly image.

A — 친절한 (kind, friendly) – This fits the positive image of Michael Caine.

B — 시끄러운 (noisy) – This is a negative or neutral description and doesn't fit a beloved image.

C — 지루한 (boring) – This is a negative description and contradicts being loved.

D — 게으른 (lazy) – This is a negative description and contradicts being loved.

정답: D. 영국

How to solve: The question asks about Michael Caine's country of origin. It is a known fact that Michael Caine is British. Therefore, '영국' (United Kingdom/Britain) is the correct answer.

A — 미국 (America) – Incorrect; he is not American.

B — 일본 (Japan) – Incorrect; he is not Japanese.

C — 중국 (China) – Incorrect; he is not Chinese.

D — 영국 (United Kingdom/Britain) – This is correct, as Michael Caine is a British actor.