英検1級 二次 予想トピック 25 ・ 🏥 健康・医療・スポーツ ・ Is ~?
Is the world better prepared for the next pandemic than it was before COVID-19?
世界は、新型コロナの前よりも、次のパンデミックへの備えができているか。
コロナ禍の経験を具体的に覚えていて、医療や国際協力の視点で話せる人向け。
骨組み理由3つ(どちらの立場でも話せる)
賛成(Yes)で話すなら
I believe the world is better prepared, because COVID-19 taught us valuable lessons and led to real changes.
- vaccine technologymRNA technology allowed safe and effective vaccines to be developed in record time. Scientists can now adapt this technology quickly to new viruses.
- systems and agreementsMany countries have improved their systems for monitoring infections and stockpiling medical supplies. In 2025, member states of the World Health Organization also adopted a new agreement on pandemic preparedness.
- public experiencePeople now know how to wear masks, keep their distance, and work or study remotely. Schools and companies could switch to online activities much faster than in 2020.
反対(No)で話すなら
I don't believe the world is much better prepared, because many of the problems we saw during COVID-19 remain unsolved.
- unequal accessDuring COVID-19, rich countries secured most of the early vaccine supply, while poorer countries had to wait. There is still no guarantee that this will not happen again.
- misinformationFalse information about vaccines spread widely on social media. Trust in health authorities has fallen in some countries, which could make the next response harder.
- fading attentionAs memories of the pandemic fade, some governments are cutting funding for preparedness. Many experts warn that the world tends to panic and then forget.
模範スピーチ賛成の立場で2分(253語)
序論Thank you. I'd like to talk about whether the world is better prepared for the next pandemic than it was before COVID-19. I believe it is, for three reasons: new vaccine technology, stronger systems, and the experience we have all gained. 理由1First, vaccine technology has made huge progress. During COVID-19, mRNA vaccines were developed in less than a year, which was much faster than anyone expected. Because this technology can be adapted quickly, scientists could probably produce vaccines for a new virus even faster next time. 理由2Second, countries have built stronger systems. Many governments have improved the way they monitor infections and store medical supplies such as masks and medicines. Japan, for example, has set up a new national institute to deal with health crises. At the international level, member states of the World Health Organization adopted a pandemic agreement in 2025 to share information and resources more fairly. 理由3Third, ordinary people have learned from experience. In 2020, many schools and companies had no idea how to operate online, and there was confusion everywhere. Now, most people know how to protect themselves, and remote work and online classes can start almost immediately. This experience is a valuable asset for society. 譲歩Admittedly, problems such as vaccine inequality and misinformation have not been fully solved. However, the fact that the world now recognizes these problems is itself a sign of progress. まとめIn conclusion, because of better vaccines, stronger systems, and practical experience, I believe the world is better prepared for the next pandemic. Thank you.
和訳
ありがとうございます。世界は新型コロナの前よりも次のパンデミックへの備えができているかについてお話しします。私はできていると考えます。理由は3つ、新しいワクチン技術、より強い仕組み、そして私たち全員が得た経験です。 第一に、ワクチン技術は大きく進歩しました。新型コロナの際、mRNAワクチンは1年足らずで開発され、誰の予想よりもずっと速いものでした。この技術はすぐに応用できるので、次は新しいウイルスに対するワクチンを、さらに速く作れる可能性が高いです。 第二に、各国はより強い仕組みを築きました。多くの政府が、感染状況を監視する方法や、マスクや薬などの医療物資を備蓄する方法を改善しました。例えば日本は、健康危機に対応する新しい国の研究機関を設立しました。国際的には、情報や資源をより公平に分かち合うために、WHOの加盟国が2025年にパンデミック協定を採択しました。 第三に、一般の人々が経験から学びました。2020年には、多くの学校や企業がオンラインでどう運営すればよいか分からず、至る所で混乱が起きました。今では、ほとんどの人が自分の身の守り方を知っていて、在宅勤務やオンライン授業もほぼすぐに始められます。この経験は社会にとって貴重な財産です。 確かに、ワクチンの格差や誤情報といった問題は、まだ完全には解決されていません。しかし、世界が今これらの問題を認識していること自体が、進歩の表れです。 結論として、よりよいワクチン、より強い仕組み、そして実践的な経験があるので、世界は次のパンデミックへの備えができていると考えます。ありがとうございました。
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QBut there was a lot of misinformation about vaccines. Couldn't that happen again?
Yes, that's a serious concern. Admittedly, misinformation spread quickly during COVID-19, and it could happen again. However, governments and platforms have learned to respond faster, for example by providing reliable information early. So while the problem remains, I believe we are better equipped to handle it.
Q:でも、ワクチンについては誤情報がたくさんありました。また同じことが起きるのでは。
A:はい、それは深刻な懸念です。確かに、新型コロナの際には誤情報が素早く広まりましたし、また起きる可能性もあります。しかし、政府やプラットフォームは、早い段階で信頼できる情報を出すなど、より速く対応するすべを学びました。ですから、問題は残っていても、対処する力は高まっていると考えます。
QDo you think rich countries will share vaccines fairly next time?
I hope so, but I'm not completely sure. The new international agreement is a step forward, but it depends on whether countries actually keep their promises. Building vaccine factories in developing regions would be a more reliable solution.
Q:次は、豊かな国がワクチンを公平に分け合うと思いますか。
A:そう願っていますが、完全には自信がありません。新しい国際協定は前進ですが、各国が実際に約束を守るかどうかにかかっています。途上地域にワクチン工場を建てる方が、より確実な解決策でしょう。
QWhat should individuals do to prepare for a future pandemic?
I think individuals should keep basic supplies at home, such as masks and some food, just as we do for earthquakes. It's also important to get information from reliable sources. Simple habits like washing our hands can make a big difference, too.
Q:将来のパンデミックに備えて、個人は何をすべきですか。
A:地震に備えるのと同じように、マスクや食料など、基本的な物資を家に備えておくべきだと思います。信頼できる情報源から情報を得ることも大切です。手洗いのような簡単な習慣も、大きな違いを生みます。
語彙このトピックで使える表現
- pandemic preparednessパンデミックへの備え
- mRNA vaccinemRNAワクチン
- stockpile備蓄(する)
- vaccine inequalityワクチンの格差
- infectious disease surveillance感染症の監視