1 00:00:04,171 --> 00:00:05,639 Listen, everyone. 2 00:00:05,706 --> 00:00:09,043 If you're not expected to pass this UTokyo practice exam, 3 00:00:09,110 --> 00:00:10,678 you'll be made to quit the course. 4 00:00:10,745 --> 00:00:12,013 -Huh? -What? 5 00:00:13,080 --> 00:00:14,281 Hang on, sir! 6 00:00:14,348 --> 00:00:17,118 -Does that mean we'd be kicked out? -What else would it mean? 7 00:00:17,685 --> 00:00:19,887 Sir, that's too harsh! 8 00:00:19,954 --> 00:00:22,456 I know I'd get an E if I did it now. 9 00:00:22,523 --> 00:00:23,858 Yeah, there's no way! 10 00:00:23,924 --> 00:00:26,694 -What's an E? -Sir, I think that's harsh too. 11 00:00:26,761 --> 00:00:29,764 Fujii, you're making sense for once. 12 00:00:29,830 --> 00:00:31,665 There will only be three of us left. 13 00:00:31,732 --> 00:00:34,568 What?! You lost to us twice and you say that? 14 00:00:34,635 --> 00:00:37,338 -I never lost to you. -You piss me off, moody prick! 15 00:00:37,405 --> 00:00:39,006 Stop, you two! 16 00:00:39,073 --> 00:00:41,108 Yeah, yeah. Shut up. 17 00:00:41,175 --> 00:00:42,176 Want to quit now? 18 00:00:43,611 --> 00:00:47,348 I don't really get it, but I'll do it. 19 00:00:47,415 --> 00:00:48,883 Seto. What are you saying? 20 00:00:48,949 --> 00:00:50,017 Alright, it's decided. 21 00:00:51,419 --> 00:00:54,622 Sir, can you start class already? 22 00:00:55,790 --> 00:00:58,159 Aren't you being too strict? 23 00:00:58,225 --> 00:01:00,928 At this point, only Kosugi and Fujii 24 00:01:00,995 --> 00:01:02,897 and maybe Kenta could do it. 25 00:01:02,963 --> 00:01:04,732 Everyone else will get an E. 26 00:01:04,799 --> 00:01:06,267 They'll see where they stand. 27 00:01:06,333 --> 00:01:09,070 But you can't kick them out. 28 00:01:09,670 --> 00:01:12,239 -Mr. Takahara! Tell him! -What? 29 00:01:12,306 --> 00:01:15,509 It's not fair to kick out a student for a bad practice exam score. 30 00:01:15,576 --> 00:01:17,878 Huh? Is that what's happening? 31 00:01:17,945 --> 00:01:18,813 Is that a problem? 32 00:01:18,879 --> 00:01:22,683 With conditions like that, you could destroy their motivation. 33 00:01:22,750 --> 00:01:25,086 You should remove the condition. 34 00:01:25,152 --> 00:01:26,420 See? 35 00:01:27,254 --> 00:01:28,222 Pardon me. 36 00:01:31,492 --> 00:01:34,028 Mr. Takahara seems more passionate than usual. 37 00:01:34,095 --> 00:01:36,697 He cares for the students, unlike someone I know. 38 00:01:37,198 --> 00:01:40,568 Because if five students don't pass, he can't become the chairman. 39 00:01:40,634 --> 00:01:44,338 He's so small-minded. Looking all smug and greedy like that. 40 00:01:44,405 --> 00:01:46,107 Yes, despite being vice principal. 41 00:01:46,173 --> 00:01:47,808 I see. So that's why. 42 00:01:47,875 --> 00:01:53,581 But if less than five pass, you'll stay on as chairman. 43 00:01:54,081 --> 00:01:55,049 Stay on? 44 00:01:55,116 --> 00:01:56,117 What do you mean? 45 00:01:56,183 --> 00:01:58,085 A silly bet with the former chairman. 46 00:01:58,652 --> 00:02:03,190 If you produce five successful students, Mr. Takahara becomes chairman. 47 00:02:03,257 --> 00:02:04,592 And I am fired. 48 00:02:04,658 --> 00:02:06,827 What? We didn't know that. 49 00:02:08,496 --> 00:02:11,098 Do you think you can get five kids into UTokyo? 50 00:02:11,165 --> 00:02:13,067 I'm counting on you. 51 00:02:13,634 --> 00:02:15,002 That man… 52 00:02:16,270 --> 00:02:20,307 I see. The former chairman wants you out at any cost. 53 00:02:20,374 --> 00:02:23,377 -But why? -Why indeed! 54 00:02:23,444 --> 00:02:25,045 That's not our problem. 55 00:02:25,546 --> 00:02:28,549 Sorry, but all seven of my students will get into UTokyo. 56 00:02:28,616 --> 00:02:30,017 I can't change that goal. 57 00:02:30,084 --> 00:02:31,152 Of course. 58 00:02:31,752 --> 00:02:33,320 Alright, we're done here. 59 00:02:39,627 --> 00:02:42,830 About the former chairman's plan to sell the school… 60 00:02:43,497 --> 00:02:46,767 You don't plan on telling Mr. Sakuragi? 61 00:02:47,935 --> 00:02:52,606 If all seven pass, it'll be my office's first big contract! 62 00:02:52,673 --> 00:02:55,142 Toranomon is not far off, right sir? 63 00:02:55,776 --> 00:02:57,978 It's time for you-know-who. 64 00:02:58,646 --> 00:02:59,980 Who? 65 00:03:01,515 --> 00:03:04,218 Hayase, what's your problem? 66 00:03:04,285 --> 00:03:06,754 -Huh? Do you understand? -What? 67 00:03:06,820 --> 00:03:09,390 At this rate, you and I will get kicked out! 68 00:03:09,990 --> 00:03:12,293 -Yeah. -I'm going to complain! 69 00:03:12,359 --> 00:03:15,863 -Stop that! -But I think we're really in trouble. 70 00:03:15,930 --> 00:03:18,599 -Why? -A practice exam at this stage? 71 00:03:18,666 --> 00:03:21,268 Even top-class prep schools get mostly Es. 72 00:03:21,335 --> 00:03:23,571 -Yikes. -I told you! 73 00:03:23,637 --> 00:03:27,208 The only option is to listen to the teacher and work our butts off. 74 00:03:27,274 --> 00:03:28,943 Huh? You can't be serious… 75 00:03:29,009 --> 00:03:32,646 Following the teacher is the only way I know how to get into UTokyo. 76 00:03:33,847 --> 00:03:34,882 Yeah, but… 77 00:03:36,217 --> 00:03:40,020 Maybe it's just a strategy to motivate us. 78 00:03:40,087 --> 00:03:42,189 Huh? Really? 79 00:03:42,256 --> 00:03:43,157 Yeah. 80 00:03:45,759 --> 00:03:49,163 Right. I get it. That could be it. 81 00:03:49,230 --> 00:03:51,498 -Sheesh. -Dream on. 82 00:03:51,565 --> 00:03:52,833 Fujii, shut up. 83 00:03:55,002 --> 00:03:56,103 Goodbye. 84 00:03:56,670 --> 00:03:58,906 -Kenta, let's go. -Okay. 85 00:04:02,443 --> 00:04:03,944 Kosugi's scary. 86 00:04:05,279 --> 00:04:06,647 What should I do? 87 00:04:06,714 --> 00:04:08,649 Don't worry, just do it. 88 00:04:08,716 --> 00:04:10,417 I know… 89 00:04:10,484 --> 00:04:12,886 But I hate this sort of pressure. 90 00:04:13,587 --> 00:04:15,556 Kaede, don't you get nervous? 91 00:04:16,824 --> 00:04:19,326 Not compared to the national finals. 92 00:04:19,927 --> 00:04:23,564 I shouldn't have asked you. Yikes, yikes, yikes… 93 00:04:25,266 --> 00:04:26,533 What am I gonna do? 94 00:04:27,101 --> 00:04:28,402 You too? 95 00:04:45,319 --> 00:04:47,054 Yikes! Yikes! Yikes! 96 00:04:51,325 --> 00:04:52,526 Yikes. 97 00:04:53,093 --> 00:04:55,696 Yikes, yikes… Yikes. 98 00:04:57,398 --> 00:04:59,300 I've always wondered, is that learning? 99 00:04:59,366 --> 00:05:00,501 "Always"? 100 00:05:00,567 --> 00:05:02,603 You can do what you want. 101 00:05:02,670 --> 00:05:04,705 But if you're half-assing the UTokyo exam, 102 00:05:04,772 --> 00:05:07,274 you'll just embarrass yourself, so quit now. 103 00:05:10,844 --> 00:05:12,546 PRACTICE EXAM RESULTS YUTA AMANO 104 00:05:13,314 --> 00:05:14,181 A… 105 00:05:18,652 --> 00:05:21,655 UTOKYO PRACTICE EXAM 8 DAYS TO GO 106 00:05:51,285 --> 00:05:52,820 What's this? It's hilarious! 107 00:05:55,689 --> 00:05:58,058 So this was you-know-who, right? 108 00:05:59,093 --> 00:06:01,562 What a colorful character. 109 00:06:04,698 --> 00:06:07,434 It's not a character, she's the real thing. 110 00:06:12,272 --> 00:06:13,674 Like this! 111 00:06:13,741 --> 00:06:15,542 Huh? Like that? 112 00:06:15,609 --> 00:06:16,510 Yeah! 113 00:06:16,577 --> 00:06:19,480 Everyone try what I did! 114 00:06:46,740 --> 00:06:49,910 Starting today until the practice exam, 115 00:06:49,977 --> 00:06:53,280 you're going to train your ears well. 116 00:06:53,347 --> 00:06:55,315 I might be pretty good at listening. 117 00:06:55,382 --> 00:06:57,451 Your ears alone seem alright. 118 00:06:57,518 --> 00:06:58,952 Give me a break. 119 00:06:59,553 --> 00:07:01,288 The English UTokyo entrance exam 120 00:07:01,355 --> 00:07:04,425 is one-quarter listening. 121 00:07:04,491 --> 00:07:06,894 -One quarter? -Isn't that crazy? 122 00:07:06,960 --> 00:07:10,330 It's not crazy. If you can master listening, 123 00:07:10,397 --> 00:07:12,900 your English marks will shoot up. 124 00:07:12,966 --> 00:07:17,037 So today I've invited a special instructor, Ms. Anna Yuri to come. 125 00:07:18,372 --> 00:07:22,009 People can't hear what they can't say. 126 00:07:22,075 --> 00:07:25,412 Even if you can't speak, listen to the audio and repeat it. 127 00:07:25,479 --> 00:07:27,581 This training is called "shadowing." 128 00:07:27,648 --> 00:07:30,818 This is the best way to improve listening. 129 00:07:30,884 --> 00:07:33,954 Seriously? Okay, I get that, but… 130 00:07:34,021 --> 00:07:34,888 What? 131 00:07:35,456 --> 00:07:40,561 Well, Ms. Anna Yuri was singing in such a quiet voice, I couldn't hear it. 132 00:07:41,094 --> 00:07:43,297 Does that really help in learning English? 133 00:07:43,363 --> 00:07:47,534 It's okay! It's called "mumble shadowing." 134 00:07:47,601 --> 00:07:51,305 -Mumble shadowing? -Does mumbling do any good? 135 00:07:51,371 --> 00:07:54,775 If you start out trying to speak loud and clear, you'll fail. 136 00:07:54,842 --> 00:07:58,879 -Huh? -The first step to listening is mumbling. 137 00:07:58,946 --> 00:08:00,013 What does that mean? 138 00:08:00,080 --> 00:08:03,951 Someone who can't swim doesn't start with a perfect crawl. 139 00:08:04,017 --> 00:08:06,954 They first kick and adjust to the water. 140 00:08:07,020 --> 00:08:09,423 -Oh. -It's just like that. 141 00:08:09,490 --> 00:08:12,426 But the key is don't try to be perfect. 142 00:08:12,493 --> 00:08:13,627 Don't try? 143 00:08:14,294 --> 00:08:17,664 A lot of Japanese people have a perfectionist attitude toward language. 144 00:08:17,731 --> 00:08:19,967 What does "perfectionist" mean? 145 00:08:20,033 --> 00:08:23,937 For example, if someone asks you if you can speak English, 146 00:08:24,004 --> 00:08:25,873 Seto, how would you answer? 147 00:08:28,408 --> 00:08:31,812 Um… um… 148 00:08:31,879 --> 00:08:34,047 -Sorry, I picked the wrong student. -Hey! 149 00:08:34,114 --> 00:08:35,415 -Amano. -Huh? 150 00:08:35,482 --> 00:08:38,418 "I can not speak English well" or something? 151 00:08:38,485 --> 00:08:40,320 Yes! Most people say that. 152 00:08:40,387 --> 00:08:42,956 Most Japanese people who are bad at English 153 00:08:43,023 --> 00:08:44,391 answer just like Amano did. 154 00:08:45,125 --> 00:08:47,861 "I can not speak English well." 155 00:08:47,928 --> 00:08:50,497 But if you ask an American sightseeing in Japan, 156 00:08:50,564 --> 00:08:54,034 "Can you speak Japanese?" How do you think they answer? 157 00:09:05,012 --> 00:09:07,214 "I can speak Japanese very well." 158 00:09:07,281 --> 00:09:09,583 "I like sushi and sumo! Ha ha ha!" 159 00:09:10,284 --> 00:09:11,652 They answer with confidence. 160 00:09:12,386 --> 00:09:14,988 You don't have to try to be perfect. 161 00:09:15,055 --> 00:09:16,590 Speak with confidence. 162 00:09:16,657 --> 00:09:19,259 That's the key to improving with languages. 163 00:09:20,961 --> 00:09:24,965 Amano, do it with confidence like you do on YouTube. 164 00:09:33,974 --> 00:09:34,908 Wow. 165 00:09:36,276 --> 00:09:38,545 Okay, first 166 00:09:38,612 --> 00:09:41,481 don't worry about mistakes, just mumble in a low voice. 167 00:09:42,115 --> 00:09:45,419 Then, don't be shy, use your facial muscles 168 00:09:45,485 --> 00:09:48,755 and say "I'm good at English." Speak with confidence. 169 00:09:48,822 --> 00:09:53,493 The key to doing well is don't try to be perfect and mimic. 170 00:09:53,560 --> 00:09:54,428 Mimic? 171 00:09:54,494 --> 00:09:58,532 Yes, mimic. Act it out! 172 00:09:59,266 --> 00:10:00,734 That sounds fun! 173 00:10:01,568 --> 00:10:04,404 This feels like a scam to me. 174 00:10:04,471 --> 00:10:06,940 Ma'am, maybe you just can't speak English. 175 00:10:21,755 --> 00:10:24,324 -What did she say? -"Don't worry." 176 00:10:24,391 --> 00:10:27,260 "I can speak better than you. Stop complaining and study." 177 00:10:27,327 --> 00:10:29,730 "Cute little kid." That's what. 178 00:10:31,598 --> 00:10:32,599 I'm sorry! 179 00:10:34,368 --> 00:10:35,268 Idiot! 180 00:10:37,437 --> 00:10:39,473 Okay, get mumble shadowing! 181 00:10:40,774 --> 00:10:41,642 Okay! 182 00:11:02,029 --> 00:11:06,566 There's no other way to learn listening but to take time and get used to it! 183 00:11:06,633 --> 00:11:10,170 Many test takers leave it to the last minute. 184 00:11:10,237 --> 00:11:13,473 The earlier you start, the bigger the benefit. 185 00:11:13,540 --> 00:11:16,710 -Shall we go again? -Um. 186 00:11:16,777 --> 00:11:18,478 What is it, Hayase? 187 00:11:19,846 --> 00:11:23,817 Taking time to get used to it? I don't have that time right now. 188 00:11:24,418 --> 00:11:27,054 There's no time before the practice exam. 189 00:11:27,120 --> 00:11:30,190 If I don't make it, I'll have to quit the Special Course. 190 00:11:30,257 --> 00:11:31,291 Hayase… 191 00:11:31,358 --> 00:11:34,728 It is fun, but there's no point to this! 192 00:11:34,795 --> 00:11:39,466 What, Hayase? You've already decided you'll be kicked out? 193 00:11:40,267 --> 00:11:42,903 That's not it exactly. 194 00:11:42,969 --> 00:11:44,171 Red card. 195 00:11:44,805 --> 00:11:47,674 Go take a hundred deep breaths outside. Get out! 196 00:11:48,308 --> 00:11:49,710 Hey, Mr. Sakuragi. 197 00:11:56,717 --> 00:11:58,819 I hope Hayase is okay. 198 00:11:58,885 --> 00:12:03,090 Wasn't making them quit based on results too strict? 199 00:12:03,156 --> 00:12:04,591 -This is fine. -Huh? 200 00:12:04,658 --> 00:12:08,061 When people face high hurdles, their weaknesses are exposed. 201 00:12:08,695 --> 00:12:11,698 Know your weaknesses, overcome them, and become stronger. 202 00:12:11,765 --> 00:12:14,935 To pass, you need a strong heart. 203 00:12:15,001 --> 00:12:16,837 That is true. 204 00:12:16,903 --> 00:12:19,673 As long as they don't quit before they overcome it. 205 00:12:19,740 --> 00:12:23,143 That's exactly when Hayase will give up. 206 00:12:24,044 --> 00:12:24,978 What? 207 00:12:50,202 --> 00:12:52,204 -Here. -Mm. 208 00:12:59,845 --> 00:13:01,580 Must be nice, Kenta. 209 00:13:02,148 --> 00:13:03,983 You have a reason to go to UTokyo. 210 00:13:04,650 --> 00:13:06,385 I'm kind of jealous. 211 00:13:08,521 --> 00:13:10,956 I want to be like you. 212 00:13:11,023 --> 00:13:14,393 Always bright and smiling. 213 00:13:14,460 --> 00:13:15,661 So cute. 214 00:13:16,729 --> 00:13:19,665 But you're not cute when you're down. 215 00:13:23,235 --> 00:13:26,806 Yeah! It's a waste of my cuteness. 216 00:13:26,872 --> 00:13:28,040 Yeah. 217 00:13:29,875 --> 00:13:31,243 Thanks, Kenta. 218 00:13:32,211 --> 00:13:33,746 I get it, too. 219 00:13:34,713 --> 00:13:37,416 I know I have to work harder. 220 00:13:37,483 --> 00:13:39,919 -What are you doing, Kenta? -Mari! 221 00:13:40,886 --> 00:13:43,923 If you've got time to worry, you might as well study. 222 00:13:45,858 --> 00:13:47,593 -Let's go back. -Okay. 223 00:13:52,164 --> 00:13:53,966 I get it! I know! 224 00:14:00,472 --> 00:14:01,774 Have confidence. 225 00:14:03,576 --> 00:14:04,743 Have confidence. 226 00:14:06,212 --> 00:14:07,046 Hey. 227 00:14:08,414 --> 00:14:11,150 -Fujii. -How about that practice exam. 228 00:14:12,184 --> 00:14:15,054 I guess you don't want an E. You'd have to quit. 229 00:14:15,754 --> 00:14:19,658 I don't know if I can get an A, but I want at least a B. 230 00:14:21,193 --> 00:14:22,294 Oof. 231 00:14:24,196 --> 00:14:28,367 I heard your little brother goes to Reimeikan High School 232 00:14:28,434 --> 00:14:29,702 and is aiming for UTokyo. 233 00:14:31,203 --> 00:14:32,538 Yeah, so what? 234 00:14:33,038 --> 00:14:36,408 I get it. Having a smart brother, but being, you know. 235 00:14:37,176 --> 00:14:40,312 -What's that supposed to mean? -Chill out! 236 00:14:41,280 --> 00:14:43,883 Anyway, you sure caught that teacher's English well. 237 00:14:47,820 --> 00:14:49,555 One week until the practice exam. 238 00:14:49,622 --> 00:14:54,026 I'll tell you something useful. Six Rules for the UTokyo Practice Exam. 239 00:14:56,161 --> 00:14:57,596 Number one. 240 00:14:58,397 --> 00:15:00,299 Take the practice exam six times. 241 00:15:00,366 --> 00:15:01,767 -Six times? -Yes. 242 00:15:01,834 --> 00:15:03,168 The UTokyo practice exam 243 00:15:03,235 --> 00:15:07,072 is held over ten times per year. Take at least six of those. 244 00:15:07,139 --> 00:15:09,909 Listen. The UTokyo practice exam is really long. 245 00:15:09,975 --> 00:15:13,646 It's common for some subjects to take more than two hours. 246 00:15:13,712 --> 00:15:16,482 It requires mental and physical strength. 247 00:15:16,548 --> 00:15:19,685 Taking it six times will help your body adjust. 248 00:15:19,752 --> 00:15:21,520 I'm tired just thinking about it. 249 00:15:21,587 --> 00:15:25,457 Number two. Start the literature exam from the classical section. 250 00:15:25,524 --> 00:15:29,595 Never start the literature exam from the beginning. 251 00:15:29,662 --> 00:15:30,729 Why? 252 00:15:30,796 --> 00:15:34,033 What do you have to watch out for most during an exam? Fujii. 253 00:15:34,867 --> 00:15:36,135 Managing your health. 254 00:15:36,201 --> 00:15:38,170 That's important too. Kosugi? 255 00:15:38,237 --> 00:15:40,205 -Time allocation. -Right. 256 00:15:40,272 --> 00:15:43,509 The key to success is how efficiently you can answer questions. 257 00:15:43,575 --> 00:15:46,011 Solve the problems you can do and get points. 258 00:15:46,078 --> 00:15:47,980 That's classical literature. 259 00:15:48,047 --> 00:15:52,384 Listen. The modern literature in the UTokyo exam is very tough. 260 00:15:52,451 --> 00:15:55,054 Compared to that, classics and kanji texts include 261 00:15:55,120 --> 00:15:58,157 simple translation problems and it's easy to get points. 262 00:15:58,223 --> 00:16:01,794 If you start with modern lit, you'll get bogged down. 263 00:16:01,860 --> 00:16:04,797 You'll run out of time for the easy classics and panic. 264 00:16:04,863 --> 00:16:07,399 Start the literature exam with the classical section. 265 00:16:07,466 --> 00:16:08,801 Lit from the classics! 266 00:16:10,202 --> 00:16:11,603 Number three. 267 00:16:12,504 --> 00:16:15,341 For math, write out your plan. 268 00:16:15,407 --> 00:16:16,775 What does that mean? 269 00:16:16,842 --> 00:16:20,779 Like modern literature, UTokyo math is wildly difficult. 270 00:16:20,846 --> 00:16:22,381 Some of you here 271 00:16:22,448 --> 00:16:25,250 will find it impossible to write the formulas and answers. 272 00:16:26,185 --> 00:16:27,753 But what if you write nothing? 273 00:16:27,820 --> 00:16:29,254 What? You get zero. 274 00:16:29,321 --> 00:16:31,457 Yes. So you write your strategy. 275 00:16:31,523 --> 00:16:34,093 Show how you would solve the problem. 276 00:16:34,159 --> 00:16:37,162 Write your thinking. Then you can get some points. 277 00:16:37,229 --> 00:16:38,497 But is that okay? 278 00:16:38,564 --> 00:16:40,099 The thing about UTokyo math 279 00:16:40,165 --> 00:16:42,568 is they mark partial answers. 280 00:16:42,634 --> 00:16:46,138 If they can see you could solve it, they recognize that. 281 00:16:46,205 --> 00:16:49,408 Even if you can't write a single formula, 282 00:16:49,475 --> 00:16:51,276 you could still get some points. 283 00:16:51,343 --> 00:16:53,979 -Seriously? -Just write something. 284 00:16:54,480 --> 00:16:56,382 That's the rule for UTokyo math. 285 00:16:56,448 --> 00:16:58,350 Number four, Mizuno. 286 00:16:58,417 --> 00:17:01,286 Number four. Always bring snacks. 287 00:17:01,854 --> 00:17:02,788 ALWAYS BRING SNACKS 288 00:17:02,855 --> 00:17:03,722 What's with that? 289 00:17:03,789 --> 00:17:07,659 Seto, if you mock snacks, you'll fail. 290 00:17:07,726 --> 00:17:08,961 Seriously? 291 00:17:09,028 --> 00:17:13,599 The UTokyo exam lasts from 9:00 a.m. to 7:20 p.m. 292 00:17:13,665 --> 00:17:16,502 The liberal arts literature exam is two and a half hours. 293 00:17:16,568 --> 00:17:19,038 -Two and a half hours?! -It's an endurance test. 294 00:17:19,104 --> 00:17:21,240 So you need snacks. 295 00:17:21,306 --> 00:17:24,543 You will need an energy supply on your breaks. 296 00:17:24,610 --> 00:17:26,078 By bringing things you like, 297 00:17:26,145 --> 00:17:27,746 you can also refresh yourself. 298 00:17:27,813 --> 00:17:29,448 -Makes sense. -Ma'am! 299 00:17:29,515 --> 00:17:31,950 -Kosugi. -How much can we bring? 300 00:17:32,017 --> 00:17:34,219 -It's not a field trip. -It's up to you. 301 00:17:34,286 --> 00:17:37,189 -Bring however much you want. -Okay. 302 00:17:37,256 --> 00:17:38,757 Number five. 303 00:17:38,824 --> 00:17:41,627 Social studies will only have what you've learned. 304 00:17:41,693 --> 00:17:42,895 What we've learned? 305 00:17:42,961 --> 00:17:45,230 They only include what you've studied. 306 00:17:45,297 --> 00:17:48,167 The June practice exam doesn't include the modern era. 307 00:17:48,233 --> 00:17:49,568 Don't study extra. 308 00:17:50,135 --> 00:17:52,638 Finally, English. 309 00:17:58,444 --> 00:18:01,780 Number six. Don't take notes during listening. 310 00:18:01,847 --> 00:18:05,184 Everyone, look at the English test paper I've handed out. 311 00:18:06,652 --> 00:18:09,288 "You may take notes while listening." 312 00:18:09,354 --> 00:18:10,556 So you can take notes. 313 00:18:10,622 --> 00:18:15,327 Look carefully. It says you may take notes. 314 00:18:15,394 --> 00:18:16,762 I don't get it. 315 00:18:16,829 --> 00:18:18,497 It's better to write what you hear. 316 00:18:18,564 --> 00:18:21,066 No, that's a trap. 317 00:18:21,133 --> 00:18:23,836 -Huh? -Do you all like conveyor belt sushi? 318 00:18:23,902 --> 00:18:25,637 -Huh? -I love sushi. 319 00:18:25,704 --> 00:18:28,073 -It's the same. -No, no. 320 00:18:28,140 --> 00:18:30,909 -I still don't get it. -You're dumb as usual. 321 00:18:32,945 --> 00:18:36,982 English is like sushi flowing by on a conveyor belt. 322 00:18:37,049 --> 00:18:39,384 If you try to take notes, 323 00:18:39,451 --> 00:18:41,186 you'll get distracted by the notes 324 00:18:41,253 --> 00:18:44,123 and you could miss hearing something important. 325 00:18:44,189 --> 00:18:46,325 Then they shouldn't say "You may take notes." 326 00:18:46,391 --> 00:18:48,293 A trap set by UTokyo! 327 00:18:48,360 --> 00:18:50,429 You fell right into it. 328 00:18:50,496 --> 00:18:53,665 Enough from you. I won't get trapped now. 329 00:18:53,732 --> 00:18:55,934 One more important thing. 330 00:18:56,001 --> 00:19:00,572 Check the questions and explanations before the listening begins. 331 00:19:01,206 --> 00:19:04,276 You can predict what sort of things you'll hear. 332 00:19:04,343 --> 00:19:06,645 It'll be much easier to remember. 333 00:19:06,712 --> 00:19:08,847 Alright! That was good advice. 334 00:19:08,914 --> 00:19:12,718 That's right, Seto. It makes a big difference if you know this stuff. 335 00:19:12,784 --> 00:19:14,887 Use this information when you take the exam. 336 00:19:15,821 --> 00:19:17,656 -You're all very lucky. -Really? 337 00:19:17,723 --> 00:19:19,391 -Wow. -Lucky! Lucky! 338 00:19:19,458 --> 00:19:21,927 -Okay. -Keep this all in mind. 339 00:19:21,994 --> 00:19:24,963 And use all you've got to put your energy into the test! 340 00:19:27,832 --> 00:19:31,435 UTOKYO PRACTICE EXAM THE DAY BEFORE 341 00:19:32,270 --> 00:19:34,939 -Goodbye, take care! -Goodbye! 342 00:19:35,573 --> 00:19:36,707 Fujii. 343 00:19:37,275 --> 00:19:40,344 Tomorrow's the UTokyo practice exam. Good luck! 344 00:19:41,445 --> 00:19:42,280 Thanks. 345 00:19:43,981 --> 00:19:44,815 Huh? 346 00:19:48,252 --> 00:19:49,787 Amano, Hayase. 347 00:19:49,854 --> 00:19:52,089 Good luck on the test tomorrow! 348 00:19:53,591 --> 00:19:55,026 Yes, sir! 349 00:19:55,760 --> 00:19:57,628 I'll try my best. 350 00:19:59,997 --> 00:20:01,766 Hey, do you think everything's okay? 351 00:20:02,366 --> 00:20:05,136 The test is tomorrow. I'm nervous. 352 00:20:05,203 --> 00:20:07,572 Not you. Nao. 353 00:20:07,638 --> 00:20:08,639 Huh? 354 00:20:08,706 --> 00:20:11,943 She's been acting weird lately. 355 00:20:12,009 --> 00:20:13,811 Yeah, Amano is too. 356 00:20:14,979 --> 00:20:18,482 But we're in no position to worry about them. 357 00:20:19,050 --> 00:20:21,052 I can't get kicked out. 358 00:20:22,086 --> 00:20:23,054 Me too. 359 00:20:23,120 --> 00:20:25,890 …until discovery, was the largest insect in Japan. 360 00:20:25,957 --> 00:20:29,227 Hey, the UTokyo practice exam is tomorrow! You're relaxed. 361 00:20:29,293 --> 00:20:31,596 -Seto, it's a rhinoceros beetle! Look. -Huh? 362 00:20:32,797 --> 00:20:34,332 That's a cool one. 363 00:20:34,398 --> 00:20:37,068 Iwasaki, what snacks are you bringing? 364 00:20:37,134 --> 00:20:38,202 Snacks? 365 00:20:38,269 --> 00:20:41,239 Can you teach me some conditioning methods for game day? 366 00:20:41,305 --> 00:20:42,306 "Game day"? 367 00:20:43,040 --> 00:20:44,175 Oh, I see. 368 00:20:44,675 --> 00:20:45,977 A practice exam is a game. 369 00:20:46,043 --> 00:20:49,046 The real one is next year. Tomorrow is just a practice match. 370 00:20:49,113 --> 00:20:52,350 We can only output what we've learned. 371 00:20:52,416 --> 00:20:54,318 -Yeah. -Right. 372 00:20:54,385 --> 00:20:56,687 Let's work on vocabulary until the last minute. 373 00:20:56,754 --> 00:20:59,123 -Okay. -Hey, Kenta, watch this. 374 00:20:59,190 --> 00:21:00,791 -Yeah. -Here we go. 375 00:21:00,858 --> 00:21:03,227 Magical exam. 376 00:21:03,294 --> 00:21:05,029 You say exam, I say literature. 377 00:21:05,096 --> 00:21:06,697 You say literature, I say classics. 378 00:21:06,764 --> 00:21:08,499 You say classics, I say The Pillow Book. 379 00:21:08,566 --> 00:21:10,501 You say The Pillow Book, I say Sei Shonagon. 380 00:21:10,568 --> 00:21:12,703 -Huh? Hang on… -Kaede, you lose! 381 00:21:12,770 --> 00:21:16,107 Seto, I never thought you'd say Sei Shonagon. 382 00:21:16,173 --> 00:21:17,675 Seto, that's great! 383 00:21:24,615 --> 00:21:27,652 UTOKYO PRACTICE EXAM DAY 384 00:21:31,956 --> 00:21:32,923 Hey, Amano. 385 00:21:34,292 --> 00:21:35,259 Fujii. 386 00:21:35,326 --> 00:21:38,262 You look pale. Are you scared? 387 00:21:40,865 --> 00:21:43,401 You can't get a good score with that attitude! 388 00:21:43,467 --> 00:21:46,170 Even if you get kicked out, I'll teach you. 389 00:21:46,237 --> 00:21:48,039 How can you be so insensitive? 390 00:21:49,307 --> 00:21:51,008 I don't have your confidence. 391 00:21:53,144 --> 00:21:55,946 I want to concentrate. Don't talk to me. 392 00:22:01,118 --> 00:22:03,387 The cosθ question on the old exam 393 00:22:03,454 --> 00:22:06,590 was super easy to solve with an αβ inequal formula. 394 00:22:06,657 --> 00:22:09,460 Oh no, I'm super nervous. 395 00:22:10,661 --> 00:22:12,163 Morning, Nao! 396 00:22:12,229 --> 00:22:14,832 -Good morning! -You're so nervous! 397 00:22:14,899 --> 00:22:16,367 Relax, relax! 398 00:22:16,434 --> 00:22:18,836 Even if you're kicked out, you won't die. 399 00:22:18,903 --> 00:22:20,271 Nao, let's go. 400 00:22:28,612 --> 00:22:30,047 CLASSROOM A 401 00:22:42,660 --> 00:22:44,662 Everyone looks so smart. 402 00:22:44,729 --> 00:22:47,998 I'm the dumbest one here, I know it. 403 00:22:50,134 --> 00:22:51,736 Ah, it's Kosugi. 404 00:22:52,236 --> 00:22:55,339 Mari! Seto! Iwasaki! 405 00:22:55,906 --> 00:22:57,975 Who's he? He's kind of weird. 406 00:22:58,042 --> 00:23:00,511 -Noisy. -Excuse me? 407 00:23:03,080 --> 00:23:04,548 Kenta, sit down. 408 00:23:05,182 --> 00:23:06,217 Okay. 409 00:23:21,365 --> 00:23:23,401 FIRST SUBJECT - LITERATURE 410 00:23:23,467 --> 00:23:24,835 CLASSROOM B 411 00:23:30,174 --> 00:23:32,810 Will everyone here get into UTokyo? 412 00:23:43,020 --> 00:23:44,321 Alright, please begin. 413 00:23:49,994 --> 00:23:52,163 Ugh. It's all essay questions. 414 00:23:52,229 --> 00:23:54,098 There's no way I can do this! 415 00:23:57,435 --> 00:23:59,603 Whoa. Kosugi's writing something already. 416 00:23:59,670 --> 00:24:01,138 What should I do? 417 00:24:02,807 --> 00:24:04,708 UTokyo Practice Exam Rule Two. 418 00:24:04,775 --> 00:24:07,311 Start the lit exam with the classical section. 419 00:24:07,378 --> 00:24:10,681 What should I do? I don't know anything. 420 00:24:10,748 --> 00:24:13,017 I thought the classics had the easy questions… 421 00:24:13,951 --> 00:24:15,786 Wow, everyone's writing answers. 422 00:24:16,387 --> 00:24:17,888 Yikes, yikes, yikes. 423 00:24:23,594 --> 00:24:25,863 SECOND SUBJECT - MATH 424 00:24:25,930 --> 00:24:27,531 Whoa, what is this? 425 00:24:28,132 --> 00:24:29,834 I don't know how to solve these! 426 00:24:30,434 --> 00:24:32,336 What is this? It's impossible! 427 00:24:32,903 --> 00:24:35,473 Whatever. I'll just write some strategies. 428 00:24:53,324 --> 00:24:54,158 LUNCH BREAK 429 00:24:54,225 --> 00:24:56,093 Nao, how was it? 430 00:24:56,160 --> 00:24:58,362 Terrible. I'm kicked out for sure. 431 00:24:58,429 --> 00:24:59,964 I did awful too. 432 00:25:00,564 --> 00:25:02,733 Hayase, do you want to eat lunch with us? 433 00:25:03,467 --> 00:25:06,103 Sorry, I'm not hungry at all. 434 00:25:06,170 --> 00:25:08,305 -Okay. -Well, good luck this afternoon. 435 00:25:08,372 --> 00:25:09,540 Yeah. 436 00:25:12,643 --> 00:25:14,578 Yikes, yikes, yikes. 437 00:25:17,781 --> 00:25:19,183 Huh? 438 00:25:19,950 --> 00:25:22,887 How can they eat so much at a time like this? 439 00:25:23,888 --> 00:25:25,956 This isn't an eating contest! 440 00:25:28,526 --> 00:25:29,994 Everyone's powerful. 441 00:25:30,594 --> 00:25:32,596 UTokyo might be impossible for me. 442 00:25:33,430 --> 00:25:35,366 It's totally impossible. 443 00:25:39,870 --> 00:25:42,840 Sir, how long do you plan to sleep? 444 00:25:42,907 --> 00:25:44,742 Everyone's at their practice test. 445 00:25:44,808 --> 00:25:45,876 Get up, sir! 446 00:25:46,477 --> 00:25:48,612 Shut up. 447 00:25:50,581 --> 00:25:53,584 No. Get up! 448 00:25:56,086 --> 00:25:57,321 Hey! Hang on! 449 00:25:59,189 --> 00:26:00,791 I can't do this… 450 00:26:00,858 --> 00:26:02,159 Who is that YouTuber? 451 00:26:02,226 --> 00:26:05,462 He raps in English with an afro and sunglasses. 452 00:26:05,529 --> 00:26:07,998 That's hilarious. A wildman. 453 00:26:08,065 --> 00:26:10,968 Yeah, I got hooked on him. He's super funny. 454 00:26:11,035 --> 00:26:12,403 Really? I'll check him out. 455 00:26:12,469 --> 00:26:14,104 He's taking the practice exam. 456 00:26:14,171 --> 00:26:17,841 -I guess he's here somewhere? -I'd freak if I saw him. 457 00:26:17,908 --> 00:26:19,143 -For sure. -Yeah. 458 00:26:19,677 --> 00:26:21,011 That's me! 459 00:26:21,745 --> 00:26:23,447 -Hang on! -Seriously. 460 00:26:23,514 --> 00:26:25,749 How can you sleep at a time like this? 461 00:26:25,816 --> 00:26:29,353 Why all the fuss? They're the ones taking the test. 462 00:26:29,420 --> 00:26:31,055 I mean, yes, but… 463 00:26:31,622 --> 00:26:34,725 I'm worried. I just hope they don't get overwhelmed. 464 00:26:34,792 --> 00:26:38,195 They'll face the real exam alone. They have to work it out themselves. 465 00:26:38,262 --> 00:26:39,530 You're right. 466 00:26:39,597 --> 00:26:42,800 They must believe in what they've done. They must respect themselves. 467 00:26:42,866 --> 00:26:46,437 If they can do that, they can regain their innate strength. 468 00:26:47,071 --> 00:26:48,505 But if they can't… 469 00:26:59,650 --> 00:27:00,517 100,000 VIEWS! 470 00:27:00,584 --> 00:27:02,620 100,000 VIEWS 471 00:27:03,253 --> 00:27:05,055 My viewers are skyrocketing. 472 00:27:06,757 --> 00:27:08,959 I'M ALSO SHOOTING FOR UTOKYO. 473 00:27:10,427 --> 00:27:11,261 YEAH! LET'S DO IT! 474 00:27:11,328 --> 00:27:13,464 Other exam takers are watching. 475 00:27:14,431 --> 00:27:15,466 Alright! 476 00:27:17,067 --> 00:27:19,169 THIRD SUBJECT - ENGLISH (READING) 477 00:27:19,236 --> 00:27:20,504 The English essay. 478 00:27:21,038 --> 00:27:23,807 Write down what you think about these illustrations. 479 00:27:24,341 --> 00:27:26,210 It's what I always do. 480 00:27:40,624 --> 00:27:41,892 THIRD SUBJECT - ENGLISH (LISTENING) 481 00:27:48,999 --> 00:27:50,868 What is everyone writing? 482 00:27:55,372 --> 00:27:56,540 Hang on. 483 00:27:56,607 --> 00:27:59,276 Conveyor belt sushi. Don't take notes. 484 00:27:59,343 --> 00:28:03,113 English is like sushi flowing by on a conveyor belt. 485 00:28:03,180 --> 00:28:05,749 If you try to take notes, 486 00:28:05,816 --> 00:28:07,317 you'll get distracted 487 00:28:07,384 --> 00:28:10,587 and you could miss something important. 488 00:28:11,155 --> 00:28:12,556 Focus on listening. 489 00:28:13,290 --> 00:28:14,324 Focus… 490 00:28:14,958 --> 00:28:18,095 I understand. I can catch most of what's being said. 491 00:28:30,407 --> 00:28:31,475 Pencils down. 492 00:28:42,753 --> 00:28:44,054 It's over. 493 00:28:50,260 --> 00:28:51,595 Fujii. 494 00:28:52,362 --> 00:28:54,832 I'm sorry about this morning. I just couldn't… 495 00:28:59,303 --> 00:29:00,471 Hayase. 496 00:29:02,172 --> 00:29:03,140 How was it? 497 00:29:03,207 --> 00:29:05,976 Oh, um, okay I guess. 498 00:29:06,043 --> 00:29:07,411 How about you? 499 00:29:08,112 --> 00:29:09,913 It was harder than I expected. 500 00:29:10,647 --> 00:29:12,683 But it was a good experience. 501 00:29:13,350 --> 00:29:15,419 Okay, see you tomorrow. 502 00:29:15,953 --> 00:29:16,787 Bye. 503 00:29:16,854 --> 00:29:19,289 Yeah, bye. 504 00:29:24,795 --> 00:29:28,632 Sakamoto, we'll also be present at the next meeting. 505 00:29:29,500 --> 00:29:31,735 And here's that document you wanted. 506 00:29:31,802 --> 00:29:33,403 Oh. Thank you. 507 00:29:33,470 --> 00:29:35,739 Finally Mr. Sakuragi is involved. 508 00:29:36,840 --> 00:29:39,910 Do you think he'll really get five students in? 509 00:29:39,977 --> 00:29:41,545 It'll be a problem if he doesn't. 510 00:29:42,312 --> 00:29:43,147 Yes, it will. 511 00:29:45,048 --> 00:29:47,317 TATSUMI GAKUEN SURVEY DOCUMENTS CONCERNING SALE 512 00:29:50,954 --> 00:29:52,356 UTOKYO PRACTICE EXAM THE NEXT DAY 513 00:29:52,422 --> 00:29:54,758 How was it? The UTokyo practice exam. 514 00:29:54,825 --> 00:29:58,796 Honestly, it was so hard I don't know how I did. 515 00:29:58,862 --> 00:30:00,864 I was no match for it. 516 00:30:01,465 --> 00:30:02,332 Yeah, but… 517 00:30:02,399 --> 00:30:03,500 What? 518 00:30:04,134 --> 00:30:05,702 I did all I could. 519 00:30:05,769 --> 00:30:08,705 Yeah, I used everything I know. 520 00:30:11,141 --> 00:30:11,975 Amano? 521 00:30:13,110 --> 00:30:15,312 At first, I did terribly. 522 00:30:15,379 --> 00:30:17,714 But I started to feel better after lunch. 523 00:30:18,348 --> 00:30:21,518 So I think I tried my best. 524 00:30:23,187 --> 00:30:24,388 Kenta? 525 00:30:24,454 --> 00:30:25,722 It was fun. 526 00:30:25,789 --> 00:30:27,591 A very Kenta answer. 527 00:30:28,559 --> 00:30:29,560 Kosugi, how was it? 528 00:30:30,427 --> 00:30:31,595 How did it go…? 529 00:30:32,329 --> 00:30:34,565 I guess it was fun for me too. 530 00:30:34,631 --> 00:30:37,634 Fun? You two are amazing. Kenta and Kosugi. 531 00:30:37,701 --> 00:30:40,103 Before, I wasn't even allowed to study. 532 00:30:40,170 --> 00:30:42,539 But now I can put all my effort into studying for UTokyo. 533 00:30:45,609 --> 00:30:46,510 Fujii? 534 00:30:47,144 --> 00:30:48,512 Piece of cake. 535 00:30:49,413 --> 00:30:50,347 I see. 536 00:30:53,350 --> 00:30:55,919 Hayase, how about you? 537 00:30:56,520 --> 00:30:57,387 Me? 538 00:30:59,656 --> 00:31:01,024 It was terrible. 539 00:31:01,792 --> 00:31:03,760 It felt so long. 540 00:31:03,827 --> 00:31:06,697 I don't even like thinking about it. 541 00:31:06,763 --> 00:31:08,198 Surrounded by pressure. 542 00:31:08,866 --> 00:31:11,668 Like, "So these are the people who will take the UTokyo exam." 543 00:31:11,735 --> 00:31:13,570 I started to think it was impossible. 544 00:31:14,738 --> 00:31:15,606 So… 545 00:31:16,173 --> 00:31:18,141 So you'll drop out of the exam? 546 00:31:22,713 --> 00:31:24,815 You're saying you want to quit trying for UTokyo? 547 00:31:28,952 --> 00:31:32,189 If my practice exam results are bad, 548 00:31:32,256 --> 00:31:33,724 I have to quit, don't I? 549 00:31:35,425 --> 00:31:38,528 Then I have no way to get into UTokyo. 550 00:31:39,229 --> 00:31:41,131 I know without seeing the results. 551 00:31:42,099 --> 00:31:44,835 I'm quitting. Thanks for everything. 552 00:31:44,902 --> 00:31:46,737 -Hey, Nao. -Iwasaki. 553 00:31:47,304 --> 00:31:48,972 -But… -Leave her. 554 00:31:49,506 --> 00:31:51,008 Sir, are you sure? 555 00:31:57,514 --> 00:31:59,149 What am I doing? 556 00:32:01,618 --> 00:32:03,353 Hey, Hayase. 557 00:32:03,420 --> 00:32:04,688 Huh? What? 558 00:32:05,255 --> 00:32:07,190 We heard you were feeling down. 559 00:32:07,257 --> 00:32:09,126 -From who? -Well… 560 00:32:09,192 --> 00:32:11,595 It's great to work towards a goal. 561 00:32:11,662 --> 00:32:14,364 Isn't that what youth is all about? 562 00:32:14,898 --> 00:32:16,700 Studying like mad. 563 00:32:16,767 --> 00:32:19,336 You can only do that now. Right? 564 00:32:19,403 --> 00:32:21,505 Yeah, when I graduate, 565 00:32:21,571 --> 00:32:23,674 I'm supposed to take over the family business. 566 00:32:23,740 --> 00:32:25,776 I'd rather go to Keio University. 567 00:32:25,842 --> 00:32:28,545 Compared to that, your situation is better. 568 00:32:30,013 --> 00:32:33,450 What are you trying to say? Leave me alone. 569 00:32:33,517 --> 00:32:36,153 Hey, hey, c'mon. 570 00:32:36,887 --> 00:32:39,089 Trust Mr. Sakuragi and give it a try. 571 00:32:39,156 --> 00:32:40,958 He's a pretty good guy. 572 00:32:42,259 --> 00:32:44,094 -If you need anything, say so. -See you! 573 00:32:51,668 --> 00:32:52,536 Sir! 574 00:32:54,771 --> 00:32:55,605 What is it? 575 00:32:55,672 --> 00:32:57,774 Hayase still hasn't gotten home. 576 00:32:58,542 --> 00:33:00,410 It's only 8 p.m. 577 00:33:00,477 --> 00:33:04,147 Don't go to sleep! Let's go find her! 578 00:33:04,214 --> 00:33:06,717 -Aren't you worried? -She'll be getting hungry soon. 579 00:33:06,783 --> 00:33:08,885 If you offer to buy her dinner, she'll come. 580 00:33:08,952 --> 00:33:10,620 Surely she wouldn't fall for that. 581 00:33:10,687 --> 00:33:15,092 Idiot. Most worries are solved by a meal and a night's sleep. 582 00:33:17,127 --> 00:33:19,596 -Yeah, but… -Hey! 583 00:33:24,968 --> 00:33:28,405 Come back! You're smarter than me, so be confident! 584 00:33:29,139 --> 00:33:30,974 You've worked so hard up to now. 585 00:33:31,041 --> 00:33:32,809 Keep fighting a little longer. 586 00:33:32,876 --> 00:33:36,013 Anyway, I want to study with you! 587 00:33:39,082 --> 00:33:41,051 It's always sunny above the clouds. 588 00:33:43,453 --> 00:33:46,690 I know I have to work hard. 589 00:33:50,861 --> 00:33:54,197 Are you hungry? Let's meet at Setoya! 590 00:33:55,198 --> 00:33:57,000 I won't fall for that. 591 00:34:02,806 --> 00:34:06,209 Sir, you just wanted to eat. 592 00:34:06,777 --> 00:34:08,578 I'm hungry. I can't help it. 593 00:34:08,645 --> 00:34:09,846 Right, Seto? 594 00:34:12,716 --> 00:34:14,117 Welcome. 595 00:34:15,986 --> 00:34:17,754 -Hayase. -Hey, Hayase. 596 00:34:17,821 --> 00:34:18,822 Want some ramen? 597 00:34:20,323 --> 00:34:21,224 Sis, one ramen. 598 00:34:21,291 --> 00:34:24,027 -Okay! -Your mom was worried. 599 00:34:27,597 --> 00:34:28,565 C'mon, sir. 600 00:34:32,869 --> 00:34:34,905 You've got a good family. 601 00:34:35,739 --> 00:34:38,141 If their daughter isn't home by eight, 602 00:34:38,208 --> 00:34:39,643 most don't worry that much. 603 00:34:39,709 --> 00:34:40,977 You think? 604 00:34:41,044 --> 00:34:43,480 I don't know about other families. 605 00:34:44,247 --> 00:34:46,650 Seems like they let you take a lot of lessons. 606 00:34:47,150 --> 00:34:49,319 Piano, dance, swimming, calligraphy. 607 00:34:49,953 --> 00:34:51,788 You tried them all and then quit. 608 00:34:53,023 --> 00:34:54,624 That's got nothing to do with this. 609 00:34:54,691 --> 00:34:57,461 Is trying for UTokyo like those lessons? 610 00:34:57,527 --> 00:34:58,862 Are you giving up that easily? 611 00:35:01,364 --> 00:35:02,265 Hayase. 612 00:35:02,799 --> 00:35:05,102 You were born lucky. 613 00:35:05,168 --> 00:35:08,905 Lucky? I'm just normal. 614 00:35:09,973 --> 00:35:13,310 I have a normal home and normal parents. I just go to school. 615 00:35:13,376 --> 00:35:15,112 I'm saying that normal is lucky. 616 00:35:15,712 --> 00:35:16,680 Look at everyone. 617 00:35:17,414 --> 00:35:18,949 They all have a burden. 618 00:35:21,418 --> 00:35:25,122 Can you still say you're not happy? 619 00:35:25,188 --> 00:35:28,158 What are you trying to say? 620 00:35:28,225 --> 00:35:30,894 Hayase. If you keep this up, 621 00:35:31,528 --> 00:35:33,630 you'll lose that luck. 622 00:35:33,697 --> 00:35:35,398 Lose my luck? 623 00:35:35,465 --> 00:35:38,135 I'm lucky, aren't I? You're saying something else. 624 00:35:38,201 --> 00:35:41,037 You don't realize you're lucky. People like that 625 00:35:41,104 --> 00:35:43,773 they lead an unlucky life. That's what I'm saying. 626 00:35:43,840 --> 00:35:46,510 What? I don't understand. 627 00:35:46,576 --> 00:35:50,180 You do. People who don't know they're lucky 628 00:35:50,247 --> 00:35:53,583 can't be satisfied with what they have and keep chasing something. 629 00:35:54,084 --> 00:35:55,685 But without conviction. 630 00:35:56,486 --> 00:35:58,088 So they quit when it gets tough. 631 00:35:58,155 --> 00:36:00,824 On to the next, and the next. Without lasting. 632 00:36:00,891 --> 00:36:03,894 One after another, provided with things thanks to luck. 633 00:36:03,960 --> 00:36:05,762 It weakens your conviction. 634 00:36:06,830 --> 00:36:08,431 People like that, 635 00:36:08,498 --> 00:36:10,200 do you think they can be happy? 636 00:36:12,002 --> 00:36:15,105 You're getting intimidated by Kosugi, no? 637 00:36:16,506 --> 00:36:18,975 -Why? -I can tell by looking at you. 638 00:36:19,576 --> 00:36:22,245 Kosugi is Kosugi. You are you. 639 00:36:22,312 --> 00:36:26,116 If you have the conviction to get into UTokyo, 640 00:36:26,183 --> 00:36:27,784 you won't be bothered by others. 641 00:36:28,652 --> 00:36:32,389 If you want to be happy, get some conviction. 642 00:36:35,225 --> 00:36:36,126 But.. 643 00:36:37,093 --> 00:36:41,531 I have to quit the Special Course, right? 644 00:36:45,368 --> 00:36:47,370 The practice exam results aren't out yet. 645 00:36:49,239 --> 00:36:51,107 I know that. 646 00:36:51,174 --> 00:36:53,043 But I know I got an E. 647 00:36:54,044 --> 00:36:55,412 You know what an E means? 648 00:36:56,079 --> 00:36:58,148 You have a 20% chance of passing. 649 00:36:58,648 --> 00:37:01,151 If you take the exam 100 times, 650 00:37:01,218 --> 00:37:03,386 you'll be able to pass 20 times. 651 00:37:04,821 --> 00:37:08,258 You were born lucky. Luck is on your side. 652 00:37:08,325 --> 00:37:10,694 You could get one of those twenty times. 653 00:37:10,760 --> 00:37:14,197 That's just relying on luck. 654 00:37:14,264 --> 00:37:18,001 Luck is important with entrance exams. But if you don't try, 655 00:37:18,068 --> 00:37:21,605 you can't use your luck. Use it or throw it away. 656 00:37:22,539 --> 00:37:23,740 It's your choice. 657 00:37:26,109 --> 00:37:27,277 Listen, Hayase. 658 00:37:27,978 --> 00:37:29,980 If you don't want to waste your life, 659 00:37:31,881 --> 00:37:33,416 use your luck. 660 00:37:40,991 --> 00:37:42,792 Thanks for waiting. Extra pork. 661 00:37:46,263 --> 00:37:47,530 Eat up. 662 00:37:48,932 --> 00:37:50,267 Thanks. 663 00:38:08,218 --> 00:38:09,486 Okay, we're starting. 664 00:38:09,552 --> 00:38:10,587 SEVERAL WEEKS LATER 665 00:38:10,654 --> 00:38:13,323 Finally, the UTokyo practice exam results. 666 00:38:14,624 --> 00:38:15,659 Mizuno. 667 00:38:25,935 --> 00:38:28,271 You all remember our promise. 668 00:38:28,938 --> 00:38:32,409 Depending on the exam results, you'll have to quit the Special Course. 669 00:38:33,543 --> 00:38:34,411 I'll announce it. 670 00:38:35,879 --> 00:38:36,913 Kosugi. 671 00:38:37,580 --> 00:38:38,415 You got an A. 672 00:38:39,149 --> 00:38:40,950 -You nailed it. -Truly. 673 00:38:41,017 --> 00:38:42,686 At this stage, an A is amazing. 674 00:38:44,954 --> 00:38:46,022 Kenta. 675 00:38:46,623 --> 00:38:47,724 You got a C. 676 00:38:48,291 --> 00:38:50,293 -Is a C good? -Very good. 677 00:38:50,960 --> 00:38:53,663 But the differences between subjects are too wide. 678 00:38:53,730 --> 00:38:56,166 -Work on your weak points. -Okay. 679 00:38:56,232 --> 00:38:58,735 You got a better math score than me. 680 00:38:58,802 --> 00:39:00,236 A better score than Mari! 681 00:39:00,904 --> 00:39:01,738 Fujii. 682 00:39:03,106 --> 00:39:04,240 You got a D. 683 00:39:05,075 --> 00:39:07,811 Overcoming your weak subjects is your new goal. 684 00:39:11,081 --> 00:39:12,882 And Seto, 685 00:39:12,949 --> 00:39:15,151 Iwasaki, Amano, 686 00:39:15,218 --> 00:39:16,686 and Hayase. 687 00:39:18,054 --> 00:39:20,757 You all got Es. 688 00:39:20,824 --> 00:39:22,592 An E… 689 00:39:22,659 --> 00:39:24,194 I knew it wouldn't be easy. 690 00:39:24,260 --> 00:39:25,729 Well yeah, of course. 691 00:39:25,795 --> 00:39:27,697 What'll happen to us? 692 00:39:27,764 --> 00:39:30,066 We have to quit the Special Course, right? 693 00:39:36,673 --> 00:39:37,507 Huh? 694 00:39:40,143 --> 00:39:41,778 Why are you laughing? 695 00:39:41,845 --> 00:39:44,214 -You should laugh too. -Huh? 696 00:39:44,781 --> 00:39:47,784 Go on, laugh! When you fail, you laugh! 697 00:39:53,556 --> 00:39:54,391 Look. 698 00:39:57,227 --> 00:39:58,395 Go on, laugh. 699 00:40:00,196 --> 00:40:01,364 Go on. 700 00:40:03,933 --> 00:40:06,236 Yeah, that's it. 701 00:40:07,070 --> 00:40:10,407 Yes, when you fail, you should laugh. 702 00:40:11,307 --> 00:40:14,277 What matters is what you do next. 703 00:40:14,344 --> 00:40:15,812 Next? What do you mean? 704 00:40:15,879 --> 00:40:17,447 Work hard at something else? 705 00:40:18,114 --> 00:40:19,482 I'll ask you this. 706 00:40:19,549 --> 00:40:21,251 With these practice exam results, 707 00:40:21,317 --> 00:40:23,420 did you want to quit trying for UTokyo? 708 00:40:23,486 --> 00:40:25,021 Of course not. 709 00:40:25,088 --> 00:40:26,890 We can't give up now. 710 00:40:26,956 --> 00:40:28,625 Even if it takes years, I'll try. 711 00:40:29,225 --> 00:40:30,260 Hayase. 712 00:40:30,326 --> 00:40:31,461 How about you? 713 00:40:34,330 --> 00:40:37,300 I have good luck. Even if I get kicked out, 714 00:40:37,367 --> 00:40:39,636 I'll never, never give up! 715 00:40:42,472 --> 00:40:43,807 The results of this exam 716 00:40:43,873 --> 00:40:46,576 are just your current abilities. 717 00:40:47,377 --> 00:40:49,446 If you can face these results 718 00:40:49,512 --> 00:40:51,714 and you still want to go to UTokyo, 719 00:40:51,781 --> 00:40:53,950 you have a chance of passing. 720 00:40:54,017 --> 00:40:56,085 What do you mean? I don't get it. 721 00:40:56,152 --> 00:40:58,254 Even if we got an E, we don't have to quit? 722 00:40:58,321 --> 00:41:01,491 I never said I'd kick you out if you got an E. 723 00:41:02,292 --> 00:41:05,195 I said people who are not expected to pass. 724 00:41:05,261 --> 00:41:07,864 Hayase just misunderstood. 725 00:41:07,931 --> 00:41:09,766 -Hey. -Huh? 726 00:41:09,833 --> 00:41:11,301 -Nao! -What! 727 00:41:12,869 --> 00:41:14,604 -Heh. -Don't give us "heh." 728 00:41:15,505 --> 00:41:17,907 Anyway, let me tell you something. 729 00:41:17,974 --> 00:41:22,011 If you get an E, it doesn't mean you're in the bottom 20%. 730 00:41:22,078 --> 00:41:23,179 It doesn't? 731 00:41:23,246 --> 00:41:27,984 It depends on the exam, but grades A through D are about 50%. 732 00:41:28,051 --> 00:41:30,887 In this case, about half of test takers 733 00:41:31,521 --> 00:41:32,555 got Es. 734 00:41:32,622 --> 00:41:34,157 Really? 735 00:41:34,224 --> 00:41:37,594 That means if we get a D, we're in the top half? 736 00:41:37,660 --> 00:41:39,028 -That's right. -Whoa! 737 00:41:39,095 --> 00:41:42,832 Especially Hayase, your grades were closest to the D line. 738 00:41:43,566 --> 00:41:45,068 You do have good luck. 739 00:41:45,635 --> 00:41:47,203 -Really? -Yes, really. 740 00:41:47,270 --> 00:41:50,240 When I took my first UTokyo practice exam, I also got an E. 741 00:41:50,306 --> 00:41:51,875 -You did? -Yes. 742 00:41:51,941 --> 00:41:54,911 But at this stage, don't worry about Es. 743 00:41:54,978 --> 00:41:58,448 This is the best time for that. Think of yourself as lucky. 744 00:41:58,515 --> 00:42:01,484 -Oh, we're lucky! -Lucky! 745 00:42:02,185 --> 00:42:05,622 Listen, studying is like an airplane. 746 00:42:05,688 --> 00:42:07,156 An airplane? 747 00:42:07,223 --> 00:42:09,959 In order for it to fly, it has to go down a runway. 748 00:42:10,793 --> 00:42:13,496 It runs and builds up buoyancy until it floats. 749 00:42:13,563 --> 00:42:15,098 Then it ascends rapidly. 750 00:42:15,999 --> 00:42:20,403 You all will build up your power and your time to fly will come. 751 00:42:21,170 --> 00:42:23,139 The real battle starts now. 752 00:42:23,706 --> 00:42:25,575 Alright, let's do this! 753 00:42:25,642 --> 00:42:27,977 -Let's power through! -Yeah! 754 00:42:28,044 --> 00:42:30,813 -Power through! -Yeah Kenta, power through! 755 00:42:30,880 --> 00:42:31,981 -Power through! -You idiot! 756 00:42:32,682 --> 00:42:34,183 -I'm sorry! -Sheesh! 757 00:42:34,250 --> 00:42:36,019 -That's great. -Isn't it? Lucky! 758 00:42:36,085 --> 00:42:38,087 Lucky! 759 00:42:43,426 --> 00:42:45,094 Shit. Why? 760 00:42:53,236 --> 00:42:54,837 Are you disappointed with your D? 761 00:42:56,205 --> 00:42:57,273 Shut up. 762 00:42:58,174 --> 00:43:00,009 You thought it couldn't happen? 763 00:43:01,511 --> 00:43:03,580 Don't forget this feeling. 764 00:43:09,118 --> 00:43:10,486 This is bullshit. 765 00:43:12,989 --> 00:43:14,857 You're so mad you're crying? 766 00:43:16,960 --> 00:43:18,561 Never forget that. 767 00:43:19,362 --> 00:43:20,597 Shut up. 768 00:43:23,666 --> 00:43:24,934 I'll leave the rest to you. 769 00:43:27,370 --> 00:43:28,705 Thank you. 770 00:43:41,317 --> 00:43:43,119 Sorry about before. 771 00:43:45,788 --> 00:43:47,423 I was at my limit. 772 00:43:48,257 --> 00:43:49,926 Shut up. Don't look at me. 773 00:43:50,526 --> 00:43:51,894 Don't say that. 774 00:43:52,562 --> 00:43:54,297 I got an E! 775 00:43:57,233 --> 00:43:59,769 -You laughed. -I did. 776 00:43:59,836 --> 00:44:03,306 -Hey. -I've never seen an E before. 777 00:44:03,373 --> 00:44:06,009 You never planned on kicking anyone out. 778 00:44:06,075 --> 00:44:08,745 Of course not. Our goal is to 779 00:44:08,811 --> 00:44:11,214 get more than five students into UTokyo. 780 00:44:11,781 --> 00:44:14,584 If even one quits, we're upping the risk. 781 00:44:14,651 --> 00:44:18,588 Exactly. All seven could pass! 782 00:44:19,622 --> 00:44:21,891 -Another order of gyoza please! -Yes ma'am. 783 00:44:24,494 --> 00:44:25,895 -Here. -Thanks! 784 00:44:28,464 --> 00:44:30,900 Anyway, the UTokyo Special Course is on track. 785 00:44:30,967 --> 00:44:34,003 The two top students joined and there are seven now. 786 00:44:34,070 --> 00:44:36,272 Anyway, five people need to get into UTokyo. 787 00:44:36,773 --> 00:44:38,608 As long as they achieve that, 788 00:44:39,175 --> 00:44:42,011 I'll have no other use for Sakuragi and the rest. 789 00:44:42,078 --> 00:44:44,147 If five pass, we can remove the chairman. 790 00:44:44,213 --> 00:44:47,917 My daughter's the only one opposed to the sale. 791 00:44:47,984 --> 00:44:50,820 Will the vice principal in line to be chairman be okay? 792 00:44:50,887 --> 00:44:52,689 That man won't be hard to deal with. 793 00:44:53,289 --> 00:44:56,392 -I see. -And? How's the situation? 794 00:44:56,459 --> 00:44:57,894 Mr. Matsubara? 795 00:44:58,561 --> 00:45:01,431 The commercial land around Tatsumi 796 00:45:01,497 --> 00:45:03,533 is already in our hands. 797 00:45:03,599 --> 00:45:05,201 All that's left is Tatsumi. 798 00:45:05,268 --> 00:45:07,837 Can you really make such bold moves? 799 00:45:07,904 --> 00:45:09,839 Of course, to avoid detection, 800 00:45:09,906 --> 00:45:12,375 we've concealed the land information. 801 00:45:12,442 --> 00:45:15,411 There's no chance of a leak. 802 00:45:15,478 --> 00:45:19,716 You've got great employees. 803 00:45:19,782 --> 00:45:21,551 You're all from UTokyo, 804 00:45:21,617 --> 00:45:23,219 but you're not like my daughter. 805 00:45:23,953 --> 00:45:26,355 -Very talented. -No. 806 00:45:26,422 --> 00:45:28,858 Once you're in society, 807 00:45:28,925 --> 00:45:31,461 academic background means nothing. 808 00:45:34,997 --> 00:45:38,101 ABOUT THE PLAN TO SELL TATSUMI GAKUEN 809 00:45:38,735 --> 00:45:39,569 Sir? 810 00:45:52,014 --> 00:45:55,017 I never want an ugly score like that again. 811 00:45:55,084 --> 00:45:56,185 Aim higher than E. 812 00:45:56,252 --> 00:45:57,687 We have another special instructor. 813 00:45:57,754 --> 00:45:58,688 Huh? 814 00:45:58,755 --> 00:46:01,090 We're not at a level to teach! 815 00:46:01,157 --> 00:46:02,191 Will you train with us? 816 00:46:02,258 --> 00:46:04,360 Please allow her to join. 817 00:46:04,427 --> 00:46:06,162 It's a month of solid practice. 818 00:46:06,229 --> 00:46:07,296 A month? 819 00:46:07,363 --> 00:46:08,598 Focus, focus! 820 00:46:08,664 --> 00:46:12,034 Devise the fastest and most certain strategy. 821 00:46:12,101 --> 00:46:14,837 In other words, know your distance from UTokyo. 822 00:46:14,904 --> 00:46:16,405 Subtitle translation by: Claire Tanaka