✉️ 【Passage 1：社内メール】
From: Emma Tanaka etanaka@skyprint.co.jp
To: Marketing Department
Subject: Delay in Product Shipment
Dear Team,
I wanted to inform everyone that the shipment of our new SkyPrint X1 Photo Printers has been delayed.
The supplier in Taiwan reported a shortage of high-capacity ink cartridges due to a power outage last week.
As a result, our original launch date of November 1 will need to be postponed.
The new expected arrival date is November 15, meaning we’ll likely reschedule the press event for November 20.
Please update all promotional materials and inform our retail partners by the end of this week.
Best,
Emma
📰 【Passage 2：プレスリリース（ニュース記事）】
SkyPrint X1 Launch Postponed Due to Supply Shortages
SkyPrint Co. has announced that the release of its new photo printer, the SkyPrint X1, will be postponed until November 20.
The company cited a shortage of ink cartridges from its overseas supplier as the reason for the delay.
While the setback could affect early holiday sales, SkyPrint representatives said the company remains committed to delivering the highest print quality in its price range.
Advertising for the SkyPrint X1 is now expected to begin on November 10.
💬 【Passage 3：オンラインフォーラム投稿】
User: PrintMaster88 (Posted Oct 6)
Wow, another delay from SkyPrint? I was planning to buy the X1 next week for my studio.
Maybe I’ll just go with the PhotoJet Ultra, which is already available.
User: TechLover
I feel you. But SkyPrint products are solid. I’ll probably wait since I prefer their color accuracy.
User: StudioPro
Same here. I hope the wait isn’t too long — November’s not that bad if it’s truly better quality.
❓質問
Q1. What is the main reason for the delay in the SkyPrint X1’s release?
A. Poor marketing strategy
B. Software compatibility issues
C. Shortage of ink cartridges
D. Changes in management
Q2. According to the news article, what disadvantage might SkyPrint face?
A. Decreased early holiday sales
B. Higher production costs
C. Customer dissatisfaction with quality
D. Increased competition from overseas suppliers
Q3. When will the advertising campaign for SkyPrint X1 start?
A. November 1
B. November 10
C. November 15
D. November 20
Q4. What can be inferred about PrintMaster88?
A. They already purchased the SkyPrint X1.
B. They are considering buying a competitor’s product.
C. They work for SkyPrint.
D. They are satisfied with the delay.
Q5. Which statement is supported by all three passages?
A. The SkyPrint X1 will be released on November 1.
B. The product launch has been postponed.
C. The PhotoJet Ultra has more features.
D. Customers are pleased with SkyPrint’s schedule.
✅ 解答・解説（＋目標スコア）
Q1. 正解：C（Shortage of ink cartridges）
📘 メールと記事の両方に “shortage of ink cartridges” が原因と明記。
🎯 目標スコア：850点
💡 TOEIC上級者は「共通する具体的原因」をすぐ特定する読解スピードが重要。
Q2. 正解：A（Decreased early holiday sales）
📘 Passage 2に “setback could affect early holiday sales” とあり、売上への悪影響を示唆。
🎯 目標スコア：900点
💡 “setback” や “affect” など、間接的表現を正確に推論できるかがポイント。
Q3. 正解：B（November 10）
📘 Passage 2の “Advertising … expected to begin on November 10” が根拠。
🎯 目標スコア：820点
💡 数字問題は根拠を一発で見抜く力が必要。
Q4. 正解：B（They are considering buying a competitor’s product.）
📘 PrintMaster88の “Maybe I’ll just go with the PhotoJet Ultra.”＝他社製品購入を検討中。
🎯 目標スコア：950点
💡 “might” “maybe” など、意志の揺れを読む問題。ネイティブの語感に近い理解が必要。
Q5. 正解：B（The product launch has been postponed.）
📘 全パッセージで “delay” “postpone” “reschedule” と共通。
🎯 目標スコア：990点
💡 TOEIC最上級問題では「共通テーマ把握」を問う。パッセージ全体を俯瞰できるかが決め手。
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