A Problem I Have Solved -- Usa Yamagami
When I was a high school student in grade 3 in autumn, I failed to pass the entrance exam of my first choice university. I took an entrance examination that the Japanese call the AO examination. I wanted to enter the Kobe University of Foreign Studies. However, if I entered this university with a general examination, I would have to take the math and science examination. And I was really bad at these subjects. So, I chose the AO examination because it needs only document screening and an essay and interview examination. I had some qualifications and experience in a homestay, so I overestimated that I could pass the exam. However, I failed, and I completely lost motivation.
In Japan, there are general examinations in January. When I knew my results, it was November. I thought I wasn’t in time for the exam, so I started to watch my favorite Youtuber live and play games with my friends. Of course, I had impatience but I couldn’t restart studying hard.
At that time, my friends cheered me up. I was reminded of a lot of things that I wanted to do after entering university. Also, a school teacher and cram school teacher advised me that I should enter university right after graduating. And my mother said, "You can do it."
Because of these things, I started studying hard again. It was not an easy way, but I had motivation because I knew that a lot of people cheered me up. And finally, I could pass the exam for entering Kansai University. From these experiences, I learn the importance of the power of people who support me. (275words)
I am really proud of your passing your exam. I am happy to hear that you have some friends who cheer you up.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Ayano. I think I was blessed with friends.
DeleteIt is good experience! I think it is important for us to have people who support us. I want to cherish these people.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Mashiro. I would like to be someone who can encourage others.
DeleteA well-told account of your experience, Usa. It is a good thing to take stock and realize how much others have helped us. When people encourage us, saying "You can do it." it means a lot. As for myself, I appreciate the contributions my fellow teachers have made. Their ideas and advice have improved me as a teacher. David :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you, David! I also think the words of encouragement have a lot of meaning. I would like to keep improving myself!
DeleteThank you for telling your experience. I really sympathized with your feeling!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Mayuko. I am happy to get a lot of kind friends!
DeleteHi, Usa. I think you studied really hard and it must be tough. Also, I think you have really nice friends who you cheered up!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Kana. I could noticed the importance of friends!
DeleteUniversity entrance exams are really big event for Japanese people. Some people escape from taking exams, but you didn't. Awesome!!!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Yugo. I think the experience of not running away made me stronger.
DeleteI think you have a lot of friends because you are so kind. Be proud of yourself.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Tamon. I was blessed with good friends around me.
DeleteI always think you are independent, but I could understand that why you are so because of this experience. I agree that study hard is a hard things so I respect you.
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