TOPIK Practice – TOPIK I 어휘 [Vocabulary] 1–5 (4/7/2026) – denis shapovalov

정답: B. 테니스 선수

How to solve: The sentence describes Denis Shapovalov's profession. He is well-known as a Canadian tennis player.

A — "축구 선수" (soccer player) is incorrect.

B — "테니스 선수" (tennis player) is correct as he is a professional tennis player.

C — "농구 선수" (basketball player) is incorrect.

D — "야구 선수" (baseball player) is incorrect.

정답: B. 어린

How to solve: The sentence talks about Denis Shapovalov showing excellent skill "despite his _____ age". The context implies he's young for his achievements.

A — "늙은" (old) is incorrect.

B — "어린" (young) fits the context, implying he achieved skill at a young age.

C — "큰" (big) does not fit with "나이" (age) in this context.

D — "작은" (small) does not fit with "나이" (age) in this context.

정답: C. 테니스

How to solve: The sentence describes Denis Shapovalov's action on a "____ court" using a powerful serve. A serve is specific to tennis.

A — "축구" (soccer) court is incorrect.

B — "농구" (basketball) court is incorrect.

C — "테니스" (tennis) court is correct, as he plays tennis and serves in tennis.

D — "배구" (volleyball) court is incorrect.

정답: B. 패배

How to solve: The phrase "아쉽게도" (unfortunately) indicates a negative outcome. Therefore, "패배" (defeat) is the most suitable word.

A — "승리" (victory) contradicts "아쉽게도".

B — "패배" (defeat) fits the context of "아쉽게도" (unfortunately).

C — "연습" (practice) does not fit the context of a match outcome.

D — "관람" (watching) does not fit the context of a player's outcome in a match.

정답: B. 응원합니다

How to solve: Fans typically support or cheer for their favorite players.

A — "싫어합니다" (dislikes) is the opposite of what fans do for their favorite players.

B — "응원합니다" (cheers for/supports) is what fans do for their favorite players.

C — "비판합니다" (criticizes) is generally not what fans do for their favorite players in a positive context.

D — "무시합니다" (ignores) is incorrect.