TOPIK Practice – TOPIK I 어휘 [어휘] 1–5 (2/20/2026) – fajr

정답: B. 새벽

How to solve: The sentence describes the time when the sun rises. Among the given options, '새벽' (dawn/early morning) is the correct term for this period.

A — '저녁' means evening. The sun sets in the evening.

B — '새벽' means dawn or early morning, which is when the sun rises. This fits the description.

C — '낮' means daytime. While the sun is up during the day, '새벽' specifically refers to the time of sunrise.

D — '밤' means night. The sun is not visible at night.

정답: C. 새벽

How to solve: The sentence states that the person wakes up and exercises daily. '새벽' (dawn/early morning) implies a very early start, which is often associated with daily exercise routines for people who want to do it before work or school. While '아침' (morning) is also possible, '새벽' emphasizes the early nature of the activity.

A — '아침' means morning. While one can exercise in the morning, '새벽' suggests an even earlier time, which fits the context of a dedicated daily routine.

B — '밤' means night. People usually sleep at night, not exercise right after waking up.

C — '새벽' means dawn or early morning. Waking up at dawn to exercise is a common phrase and fits the context of '매일 운동해요' (exercise every day) for an early routine.

D — '점심' means lunchtime. This is not when people typically wake up.

정답: A. 새벽

How to solve: This question asks for the type of air that is typically cool and pleasant. '새벽 공기' (dawn air) is a common expression in Korean to refer to the fresh, cool air of early morning.

A — '새벽 공기' (dawn air) is a common phrase referring to the cool, fresh air of the early morning. This fits the description.

B — '밤' means night. Night air can be cool, but '새벽 공기' is a more specific and widely used expression for refreshing air.

C — '점심' means lunchtime. Air during lunchtime is usually not described as '새벽 공기'.

D — '저녁' means evening. Evening air can be pleasant, but the phrase '새벽 공기' specifically captures the feeling of cool, fresh air before sunrise.

정답: C. 새벽

How to solve: The sentence provides a contrast: the time the sun sets is '저녁' (evening). It then asks for the time the sun rises. '새벽' (dawn/early morning) is the correct counterpart for sunrise.

A — '밤' means night. The sun does not rise at night.

B — '낮' means daytime. While the sun is up during the day, '새벽' specifically refers to the time of sunrise, contrasting with '저녁' for sunset.

C — '새벽' means dawn or early morning, which is when the sun rises. This creates a logical contrast with '저녁' (evening) when the sun sets.

D — '오후' means afternoon. The sun does not rise in the afternoon.

정답: C. 새벽

How to solve: The sentence describes a baby waking up and crying. Babies, especially newborns, often wake up and cry in the very early hours of the morning. '새벽' (dawn/early morning) is the most appropriate time for this common occurrence.

A — '저녁' means evening. While babies can cry in the evening, '새벽' often implies a more disruptive and specific time for waking up.

B — '낮' means daytime. Babies also cry during the day, but '새벽' specifically refers to the early morning hours, which is a common time for babies to wake parents.

C — '새벽' means dawn or early morning. It is common for babies to wake up and cry during these very early hours, fitting the context well.

D — '점심' means lunchtime. This is daytime, not typically the most distinctive time for "waking up and crying" in the context of parents being disturbed in the early hours.