TOPIK Practice – TOPIK I 어휘 [Vocabulary] 1–5 (8/13/2026) – paul skenes

정답: A. 선수

How to solve: The sentence describes Paul Skenes as famous in baseball. The blank should be filled with a word that indicates his role in baseball. '선수' (player) is the correct term for someone who plays a sport.

A — Correct. '선수' means 'player' or 'athlete', which fits perfectly as Paul Skenes is a baseball player.

B — Incorrect. '의사' means 'doctor', which is unrelated to baseball.

C — Incorrect. '학생' means 'student', which is not his primary role as a professional baseball player.

D — Incorrect. '요리사' means 'chef' or 'cook', which is unrelated to baseball.

정답: A. 던집니다

How to solve: The sentence states that Paul Skenes does something very well with a ball. In baseball, the primary action with a ball for a pitcher is throwing. '던집니다' (throws) is the most appropriate verb.

A — Correct. '던지다' means 'to throw', which is a key action for a baseball player, especially a pitcher.

B — Incorrect. '먹다' means 'to eat', which does not make sense in the context of playing with a ball.

C — Incorrect. '읽다' means 'to read', which is unrelated to the action described.

D — Incorrect. '자다' means 'to sleep', which is unrelated to playing baseball.

정답: B. 좋아합니다

How to solve: Given that Paul Skenes is a famous baseball player, it's highly likely that many people have a positive feeling towards him. '좋아합니다' (like) is the most logical verb to complete the sentence.

A — Incorrect. '싫어하다' means 'to dislike', which contradicts the general positive perception of a famous athlete.

B — Correct. '좋아하다' means 'to like', which is fitting for a popular public figure.

C — Incorrect. '잃어버리다' means 'to lose' or 'to misplace', which does not make sense in this context.

D — Incorrect. '다루다' means 'to handle' or 'to treat', which is not the sentiment people generally have towards a famous person.

정답: C. 시합

How to solve: The sentence indicates Paul Skenes will appear in a baseball-related event next week. '시합' (game/match) is the correct term for a sports competition.

A — Incorrect. '시장' means 'market' or 'mayor', which is unrelated to a baseball event.

B — Incorrect. '시험' means 'exam' or 'test', which is not where a baseball player 'appears' professionally.

C — Correct. '시합' means 'game' or 'match', which is the event a baseball player participates in.

D — Incorrect. '식당' means 'restaurant', which is unrelated to a baseball appearance.

정답: C. 성공

How to solve: The sentence states that Paul Skenes did something significant in baseball. Given his status as a renowned player, it's implied that he has achieved positive results. '성공' (success) is the most appropriate word to describe a great achievement.

A — Incorrect. '걱정' means 'worry' or 'concern', which is not an 'achievement' in baseball.

B — Incorrect. '실패' means 'failure'. While failures can happen, the phrase '큰 _________를 했습니다' (did a big _____) usually implies a positive outcome for a famous player.

C — Correct. '성공' means 'success', which fits the context of achieving great things in a career.

D — Incorrect. '질문' means 'question', which does not fit the context of an achievement in baseball.