【Passage 1】📧 社内メール
From: Kenji Sato ksato@greenfield.co.jp
To: Marketing Team
Subject: Launch Schedule Adjustment
Hi Team,
As discussed in last week’s meeting, we have decided to postpone the official release of the EcoCharge Portable Battery.
The supplier informed us that the shipment of lithium cells has been delayed due to customs inspections.
The new estimated arrival date is November 15, which means our product launch event will be pushed to November 20.
All promotional materials must be updated accordingly. Please make sure that the website banner and social media posts reflect the new release date by next Friday.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
— Kenji
【Passage 2】📰 ニュース記事
EcoCharge Release Postponed Amid Supply Delays
Greenfield Electronics announced today that the launch of its highly anticipated EcoCharge Portable Battery has been delayed until November 20.
The company cited delays in the supply of lithium cells as the main cause, adding that the delay might allow competitors like PowerGo to capture early holiday sales.
Despite the setback, Greenfield representatives assured customers that the new product would deliver higher battery efficiency and faster charging speeds compared to existing models.
Advertising for the EcoCharge is expected to begin on November 10.
【Passage 3】💬 オンラインフォーラム投稿
User456 (Posted: Oct 6)
Ugh, I’ve been waiting for the EcoCharge for months! Now they’re saying it’s delayed again. I might just get the PowerGo Max instead—it’s coming out next week.
TechFan88
Same here. I like Greenfield’s products, but they always seem to have some kind of delay lately.
EcoLover
True, but I heard the EcoCharge lasts longer than any PowerGo battery. I’ll probably still wait for it.
❓質問
Q1. What is the main reason for the delay of the EcoCharge launch?
A. Design problems
B. Supply chain issues
C. Marketing strategy changes
D. Software bugs
Q2. According to the news article, what advantage might competitors gain?
A. Better customer reviews
B. Earlier product release
C. Lower production costs
D. Longer warranty periods
Q3. When will the advertising for the EcoCharge begin?
A. November 5
B. November 10
C. November 15
D. November 20
Q4. What can be inferred about User456?
A. They have already bought the EcoCharge.
B. They plan to wait for the EcoCharge no matter what.
C. They are considering switching to a competing product.
D. They don’t care about product release dates.
Q5. Which statement is supported by all three passages?
A. The EcoCharge will be released on October 20.
B. The product launch has been postponed.
C. The PowerGo Max is less efficient than the EcoCharge.
D. Customers are satisfied with Greenfield’s performance.
✅ 解答・解説（＋目標スコア）
Q1. 正解：B（Supply chain issues）
📘 メール（Passage 1）と記事（Passage 2）の両方に「shipment of lithium cells delayed」「delays in the supply」など、供給問題が明記。
🎯 目標スコア：850点
💡 TOEICでは “due to” や “caused by” の理由説明句を素早く拾えるかがカギ。
Q2. 正解：B（Earlier product release）
📘 Passage 2の「competitors like PowerGo to capture early holiday sales」＝競合が早く売り出せる、という意味。
🎯 目標スコア：900点
💡 “capture early holiday sales” は「先に市場を取る」の意。推論型問題。
Q3. 正解：B（November 10）
📘 Passage 2に「Advertising for the EcoCharge is expected to begin on November 10」と明記。
🎯 目標スコア：800点
💡 数字・日付問題は、本文の「具体的情報」をすばやく探すスキルが重要。
Q4. 正解：C（They are considering switching to a competing product.）
📘 Passage 3で「I might just get the PowerGo Max instead.」＝他社製品購入を検討中。
🎯 目標スコア：950点
💡 “might just” は口語で「〜しちゃおうかな（迷いながら）」のニュアンス。微妙な意図を読み取る問題。
Q5. 正解：B（The product launch has been postponed.）
📘 3つすべてのパッセージで「delayed」「postponed」が共通テーマ。
🎯 目標スコア：990点
💡 TOEIC上級では「全パッセージに共通する主題」を問う問題が頻出。
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