英検２０１６年度第1回からのリニューアルで、準１級エッセイに困っている帰国生にお伝えします。

１、Write an essay on the given TOPIC.
２、Use TWO of the POINTS below to support your answer.
３、Structure: Introduction, main body, and conclusion
４、Suggested length: 120–150 words

・TOPIC

Agree or disagree:
Small, independent shops and businesses can survive in modern society

・POINTS

１、Cost
２、Customer service
３、The economy
４、Traditional skills

準1級・満点解答例

I agree with the idea that small, independent shops and businesses will be able to survive in modern society, and I have two reasons to support my opinion.

To begin with, the service at small, independent shops is usually far better than the service at larger businesses and chain stores. Independent shops are usually more closely connected to their communities, and their staff members often know their customers personally and have a good idea of what they are looking for.

Secondly, many independent shops are responsible for producing traditionally made goods. The skills to make these products have been passed down over generations, and consumers today still appreciate the quality and craftsmanship of the goods that these businesses sell.

It is for these reasons that I believe people will continue to use small, independent businesses. （135語）