TOPIK Practice – TOPIK I 어휘 [vocabulary] 1–5 (7/23/2026) – north carolina

정답: B. 주

How to solve: The sentence states 'North Carolina is a ( ) of the USA.' The word that fits grammatically and semantically to describe North Carolina's administrative status within the USA is 'state'.

A — '나라' means 'country'. North Carolina is not a country.

B — '주' means 'state'. North Carolina is one of the states in the United States.

C — '도시' means 'city'. North Carolina is larger than a city; it contains many cities.

D — '대륙' means 'continent'. North Carolina is not a continent.

정답: C. 산

How to solve: The sentence describes 'high ( ) and beautiful sea' in North Carolina. Given that North Carolina is known for both its coastal areas and the Appalachian Mountains, 'mountain' is the most appropriate word to pair with 'sea'.

A — '공항' means 'airport'. Airports are not typically described as 'high' in a geographical sense to contrast with the sea.

B — '박물관' means 'museum'. Museums are not natural geographical features that would be 'high' and contrasted with the sea.

C — '산' means 'mountain'. North Carolina has high mountains (Appalachian Mountains) and a beautiful sea (Atlantic Ocean coast), making this the correct fit.

D — '지하철' means 'subway'. Subways are transportation systems, not natural features that are 'high' and found alongside the sea.

정답: B. 수도

How to solve: The sentence states that 'Raleigh is the ( ) of North Carolina.' Raleigh is a major city and specifically the capital of North Carolina. Therefore, 'capital' is the most fitting word.

A — '이름' means 'name'. Raleigh is not the 'name' of North Carolina; it's a city within it.

B — '수도' means 'capital'. Raleigh is indeed the capital city of North Carolina.

C — '언어' means 'language'. Raleigh is not a language.

D — '음식' means 'food'. Raleigh is not a type of food.

정답: D. 방문하고

How to solve: The sentence means 'Many people want to ( ) North Carolina.' The context of wanting to interact with a place like North Carolina suggests going there as a tourist or for leisure. 'Visit' is the most appropriate action.

A — '먹고' (from 먹다) means 'eat'. One cannot 'eat' a state.

B — '자고' (from 자다) means 'sleep'. One does not typically 'sleep' a state.

C — '사고' (from 사다) means 'buy'. One cannot 'buy' a state.

D — '방문하고' (from 방문하다) means 'visit'. Many people wish to visit North Carolina, fitting the context.

정답: C. 자연

How to solve: The sentence states 'North Carolina is famous for its beautiful ( ).' Given North Carolina's diverse landscapes including mountains, forests, and beaches, 'nature' is the most fitting attribute it is famous for.

A — '역사' means 'history'. While North Carolina has a rich history, 'beautiful history' is not a common or natural phrase.

B — '기술' means 'technology'. North Carolina has a growing tech industry, but it's not primarily famous for 'beautiful technology'.

C — '자연' means 'nature'. North Carolina is well-known for its beautiful natural scenery, including mountains, forests, and beaches. This fits perfectly.

D — '인구' means 'population'. One does not usually describe a 'beautiful population'.