2001-2004 Japanese Proficiency Test Level 2 Past Paper Analysis

Author: Yuan Rui, Zhang Min
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Publish Date: 2006-03-01
Features: The Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) is divided into four levels: Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, and Level 4. Level 1 is the highest, and Level 4 is the lowest. Level 1 is equivalent to the CET-6 in English, and Level 2 is equivalent to the CET-4. The exam consists of three parts: [Text and Vocabulary], [Listening Comprehension], and [Speaking and Grammar]. The specific requirements for each level are as follows:
Level 1: Master advanced grammar, vocabulary (approximately 2,000 words), and word usage (approximately 10,000 words). In addition to mastering essential Japanese for daily life, candidates should possess comprehensive Japanese proficiency for scientific research in Japanese universities. (900 hours of Japanese study)
Level 2: Master intermediate grammar, vocabulary (approximately 1,000 words), and word usage (approximately 6,000 words). Candidates should have general conversational, reading, and writing abilities. (600 hours of Japanese study)
Level 3: Master basic grammar, vocabulary (approximately 300 words), and word usage (approximately 1,500 words). Candidates should be able to engage in daily conversational Japanese and read/write simple articles. (300 hours of Japanese study)
Level 4: Master elementary grammar, vocabulary (approximately 100 words), and word usage (approximately 800 words). Candidates should be able to have simple conversations and read/write plain, short Japanese articles. (150 hours of Japanese study)