2026학년도 수능 모의고사 - 영어영역 · 시험지

Q1. [순서 배열] Choose the correct order of the following sentences. (A) This phenomenon, known as the Dunning-Kruger effect, was first described by psychologists David Dunning and Justin Kruger in 1999. (B) Conversely, experts tend to underestimate their own competence, assuming that tasks they find easy must be easy for everyone. (C) People with limited knowledge in a given area often overestimate their own abilities. (D) Understanding this cognitive bias can help individuals adopt a more humble approach to learning.

Q2. [문장 삽입] Which sentence does NOT belong in the following paragraph? ① Water covers about 71% of Earth's surface, making it one of the planet's most abundant resources. ② However, only about 2.5% of this water is fresh water, and much of it is locked in glaciers and ice caps. ③ The chemical formula for water is H₂O, consisting of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom. ④ As a result, less than 1% of the world's water is readily accessible for human use. ⑤ This scarcity makes water conservation a critical global priority.

Q3. [순서 배열] Choose the correct order of the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph. (A) However, this convenience comes at an environmental cost, as single-use packaging generates enormous amounts of waste. (B) Online shopping has transformed the way people purchase goods, offering unprecedented convenience. (C) To address this issue, many companies are now exploring sustainable packaging alternatives. (D) Consumers can also contribute by choosing products with minimal packaging.

Q4. [빈칸 추론] Choose the best option to fill in the blank. The paradox of choice suggests that having too many options can actually lead to _______________. When faced with an overwhelming number of choices, people often experience anxiety, decision paralysis, and ultimately less satisfaction with their final selection.

Q5. [제목 추론] Which of the following is the best title for the passage? A recent study at Stanford University found that walking significantly boosts creative thinking. Participants who walked — whether on a treadmill indoors or outside — generated 60% more creative ideas during brainstorming sessions compared to those who remained seated. Interestingly, the creative benefits persisted even after the walk ended, with participants showing enhanced creative output for a short period after sitting back down.

Q6. [요지 파악] What is the main point of the following passage? Many people assume that multitasking increases productivity, but recent studies suggest otherwise. When people switch between tasks, their brains need time to adjust to each new activity, a phenomenon known as 'switching cost.' As a result, attempting to do multiple things at once often leads to more errors and actually takes longer than completing tasks sequentially.

Q7. [문장 삽입] Where does the following sentence best fit in the passage? "This is because sleep plays a crucial role in memory consolidation." ① Getting enough sleep is important for academic performance. ② Students who sleep less than six hours tend to score lower on exams. ③ During sleep, the brain processes and organizes information learned during the day. ④ Therefore, pulling an all-nighter before an exam may actually be counterproductive. ⑤

Q8. [빈칸 추론] Choose the best option to fill in the blank. Research has shown that people who regularly engage in physical exercise not only improve their cardiovascular health but also enhance their cognitive functions. Exercise increases blood flow to the brain, which promotes the growth of new brain cells. Therefore, maintaining a regular exercise routine is beneficial for both _______________.

Q9. [어법] Choose the underlined part that is grammatically INCORRECT. The number of students ①who are interested in artificial intelligence ②have increased significantly over the past decade, ③leading many universities ④to expand their computer science programs ⑤to meet growing demand.

Q10. [빈칸 추론] Choose the best option to fill in the blank. In negotiation theory, the concept of BATNA (Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement) is crucial. A negotiator with a strong BATNA has more leverage because they can _______________ if the current negotiation fails to meet their minimum requirements.