TOPIK Practice – TOPIK I 어휘 [vocabulary] 1–5 (7/4/2026) – washington dc extreme heat wave

정답: C. 폭염

How to solve: The stem describes a natural phenomenon that causes difficulties for citizens in Washington D.C. '홍수' (flood), '폭설' (heavy snow), and '지진' (earthquake) are not typically associated with 'extreme heat wave'. '폭염' (extreme heat wave) fits the context of 'Washington D.C. extreme heat wave'.

A — '홍수' means flood. This is a natural disaster but not related to heat.

B — '폭설' means heavy snow. This is the opposite of a heat wave.

C — '폭염' means extreme heat or heat wave. This directly fits the context of an 'extreme heat wave' in Washington D.C.

D — '지진' means earthquake. This is a natural disaster but not related to heat.

정답: B. 주의하기

How to solve: The sentence advises action regarding health due to extreme heat. '주의하다' (to be careful/watch out for) is the most appropriate verb to complete the phrase '건강에 ______ 바랍니다' (please ______ for your health) in the context of a heat wave.

A — '시작하다' means to start. '건강에 시작하기' (to start for health) does not make sense.

B — '주의하다' means to be careful or to watch out for. '건강에 주의하기' (to be careful for one's health) is a common and appropriate expression during a heat wave.

C — '약속하다' means to promise. '건강에 약속하기' (to promise for health) does not make sense.

D — '준비하다' means to prepare. While one can prepare for a heat wave, '건강에 준비하기' (to prepare for health) is not the correct phrasal usage here; '건강을 위해 준비하다' would be more natural for preparation.

정답: C. 수분 섭취

How to solve: The sentence talks about preventing '탈수' (dehydration) due to '폭염' (heat wave). Dehydration is caused by lack of water, so '수분 섭취' (water intake) is the direct solution.

A — '운동' means exercise. Excessive exercise during a heat wave can worsen dehydration.

B — '수면' means sleep. While important for health, sleep itself doesn't directly prevent dehydration.

C — '수분 섭취' means water intake. This is the direct and most effective way to prevent and combat dehydration caused by heat.

D — '식사' means meal. While food provides some water, it's not the primary way to prevent dehydration, and certain foods can even contribute to it.

정답: B. 열사병

How to solve: The stem describes a health risk associated with prolonged outdoor activity in hot weather. '열사병' (heatstroke) is a severe condition directly caused by such circumstances. '감기' (cold), '고혈압' (high blood pressure), and '알레르기' (allergy) are not typically linked to hot weather exposure in this way.

A — '감기' means a common cold. This is usually caused by viruses, not directly by hot weather.

B — '열사병' means heatstroke. This is a serious heat-related illness that can occur from prolonged exposure to high temperatures, especially during physical activity.

C — '고혈압' means high blood pressure. This is a chronic condition, not an acute illness caused by hot weather exposure.

D — '알레르기' means allergy. This is an immune system reaction, unrelated to direct heat exposure.

정답: B. 야외 활동

How to solve: The sentence advises refraining from certain activities when the temperature is very high. To avoid heat-related illnesses, it's best to limit '야외 활동' (outdoor activities). '실내 활동' (indoor activities) is generally safe, and '독서' (reading) and '요리' (cooking) are typically indoor activities or can be done indoors.

A — '실내 활동' means indoor activities. It is generally recommended to engage in indoor activities during extreme heat.

B — '야외 활동' means outdoor activities. Limiting outdoor activities is a key recommendation during high temperatures to prevent heatstroke and other heat-related illnesses.

C — '독서' means reading. This is typically an indoor activity and not directly discouraged during a heat wave.

D — '요리' means cooking. While it can generate heat, it is an indoor activity that can be managed with ventilation or air conditioning, unlike prolonged outdoor exposure.