TOPIK Practice – TOPIK I 어휘 [Vocabulary] 1–5 (6/28/2026) – extreme heat warning

정답: B. 폭염

How to solve: The sentence talks about being careful about health in summer due to something. '한파' (cold wave) is for winter, '태풍' (typhoon) is a storm, and '황사' (yellow dust) is a seasonal dust phenomenon. '폭염' (extreme heat/heat wave) is the most appropriate word for hot summer weather that requires health precautions.

A — Incorrect. '한파' means cold wave, which is related to cold weather, not hot summer.

B — Correct. '폭염' means extreme heat or heat wave, which is a common health concern in summer.

C — Incorrect. '태풍' means typhoon, which is a strong storm, not directly 'extreme heat'.

D — Incorrect. '황사' means yellow dust, which is an air pollution phenomenon, not related to the heat itself.

정답: C. 경보

How to solve: The sentence states that something related to '폭염' (extreme heat) was '발령되다' (issued/declared) at 3 PM. '경보' (warning/alarm) is the correct term used when an official notice about a dangerous situation like extreme heat is issued.

A — Incorrect. '보고' means report, which is usually for information sharing, not an official declaration of danger.

B — Incorrect. '안내' means guidance or information, which is too general and doesn't convey the sense of urgency or danger of an extreme heat 'warning'.

C — Correct. '경보' means warning or alarm, which is precisely what is issued for extreme heat to alert the public.

D — Incorrect. '소식' means news, which is too broad and doesn't fit the context of an official 'issuance' of a warning.

정답: C. 탈수

How to solve: The sentence indicates that a certain symptom can appear when exercising in hot weather, and advises drinking a lot of water. Drinking water prevents '탈수' (dehydration), which is a common symptom in hot weather due to sweating.

A — Incorrect. '소화' means digestion. Drinking water is good for digestion, but 'dehydration' is the direct symptom related to hot weather and lack of water.

B — Incorrect. '식욕' means appetite. While hot weather can affect appetite, it's not the primary symptom prevented by drinking lots of water in this context.

C — Correct. '탈수' means dehydration. Exercising in hot weather causes excessive sweating, leading to dehydration, which can be prevented by drinking water.

D — Incorrect. '영양' means nutrition. While important for health, it's not the specific symptom related to water intake during hot weather exercise.

정답: B. 그늘

How to solve: The sentence advises resting when the sun is hot. '그늘' (shade) is the place where one can avoid direct sunlight and heat, making it the best option for resting in hot weather.

A — Incorrect. '햇빛' means sunlight. Resting in sunlight when it's hot is the opposite of what's advised.

B — Correct. '그늘' means shade. Resting in the shade is an effective way to cool down and avoid heat exposure when the sun is hot.

C — Incorrect. '모래' means sand. While often associated with beaches, resting on hot sand would not provide relief from the heat.

D — Incorrect. '바람' means wind. While wind can provide some cooling, the most effective way to escape direct heat when the sun is hot is to be in the shade.

정답: D. 피하다

How to solve: The sentence provides advice for '폭염' (extreme heat). It suggests a course of action regarding outdoor activities during the hottest time. To stay safe during extreme heat, one should '피하다' (avoid) outdoor activities during peak hot hours.

A — Incorrect. '시작하다' means to start. It is not advisable to start outdoor activities during the hottest part of a heat wave.

B — Incorrect. '즐기다' means to enjoy. Enjoying outdoor activities during extreme heat is dangerous.

C — Incorrect. '하다' means to do. Doing outdoor activities during extreme heat is generally not recommended.

D — Correct. '피하다' means to avoid. During a heat wave, it is strongly recommended to avoid outdoor activities during the hottest hours to prevent heat-related illnesses.