TOPIK Practice – TOPIK I 어휘 [vocabulary] 1–5 (6/6/2026) – nichelle nichols

정답: B. 배우

How to solve: The sentence describes Nichelle Nichols as 'famous'. Her well-known profession was an actress. Therefore, '배우' (actress) is the most suitable word to fill the blank.

A — '가수' means singer. Nichelle Nichols was not primarily known as a singer.

B — '배우' means actress. This is correct as she was famous for her acting roles, especially in Star Trek.

C — '작가' means writer. She was not primarily known as a writer.

D — '운동선수' means athlete. This is unrelated to her profession.

정답: C. 우주

How to solve: The sentence mentions 'Star Trek' and '탐험하다' (to explore). Star Trek is famous for exploring space. Thus, '우주' (space) is the correct word.

A — '바다' means sea/ocean. Star Trek is not primarily about exploring the ocean.

B — '숲' means forest. This is unrelated to Star Trek.

C — '우주' means space. This is a central theme of Star Trek.

D — '도시' means city. This is not the primary setting for exploration in Star Trek.

정답: B. 영감

How to solve: Nichelle Nichols was a pioneering figure who inspired many. The sentence describes something she 'gave' to many people. Among the choices, '영감' (inspiration) is the most fitting word to describe her positive influence.

A — '슬픔' means sadness. She did not primarily give sadness.

B — '영감' means inspiration. She was a great inspiration to many, especially for her groundbreaking role.

C — '부담' means burden or pressure. She did not give burdens.

D — '걱정' means worry. She did not give worries.

정답: B. 흑인

How to solve: Nichelle Nichols was a groundbreaking Black actress. The blank needs a descriptor for '여성' (woman) that highlights her significance. '흑인' (Black person) accurately reflects her identity and impact.

A — '백인' means white person. This is incorrect as Nichelle Nichols was Black.

B — '흑인' means Black person. This is correct as her role as a Black woman on television was very important and pioneering.

C — '외국인' means foreigner. While she was American, the context is about her racial identity and impact within that context, not her nationality.

D — '어린이' means child. This is irrelevant.

정답: C. 영향

How to solve: The sentence states that something of Nichelle Nichols will be remembered for a long time. Given her significant contributions and legacy, her '영향' (influence/impact) is what will be remembered.

A — '실수' means mistake. While everyone makes mistakes, her mistakes are not what she is primarily remembered for long-term.

B — '이야기' means story. While her story is remembered, '영향' (impact/influence) is a more encompassing and appropriate word for her lasting legacy.

C — '영향' means influence or impact. Her significant impact on acting, civil rights, and space exploration will be remembered for a long time.

D — '취미' means hobby. Her hobbies are not what she is remembered for long-term.