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Based on what students learned in previous courses, they will tackle many N2 questions of ‘vocabulary’, ‘grammar’, ‘reading’, and ‘listening’ in and outside classes. They will also obtain comprehensive knowledge that is necessary to pass the JLPT by self-and peer-assessments and by subsequent explanations. Mock tests and explanations of these tests will be carried out in order to improve the students’ practical test techniques. 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