📩 【Passage 1 – Internal Email】
Subject: Update on EcoDesk Model X
Dear Team,
As you may know, the release of EcoDesk Model X, our new adjustable office desk, has been postponed.
The delay is due to a shortage of aluminum parts from our overseas suppliers.
We are currently working with alternative manufacturers to resolve the issue.
Our marketing team will adjust the campaign schedule accordingly.
Further details will be announced in next week’s meeting.
Best regards,
Hiroshi Yamamoto
Product Manager
📰 【Passage 2 – News Article】
EcoDesk Release Delay Could Benefit Competitors
Tokyo – BravoWorks announced today that the launch of its new “EcoDesk Model X” will be delayed by two weeks.
The company cited supply chain issues as the main reason for the postponement.
Meanwhile, its rival NextOffice is expected to release its own height-adjustable desk, the “FlexPro 2,” on October 1, potentially gaining an advantage in the market.
BravoWorks stated that the TV advertising campaign for the EcoDesk will begin on October 10, after the new production schedule is confirmed.
💬 【Passage 3 – Online Forum Post】
UserID: OfficeFan123
I was really looking forward to getting the EcoDesk Model X, but now it looks like I’ll have to wait longer.
If NextOffice launches its FlexPro 2 on October 1, I might just go with that one instead.
Does anyone know when BravoWorks will finally release theirs? I heard it could be October 15, but I’m not sure.
❓Questions
Q1. What is the main reason for the delay of the EcoDesk Model X?
(A) Design problems
(B) Supply issues
(C) Marketing strategy changes
(D) Software bugs
Q2. According to the news article, what advantage might competitors gain?
(A) Better customer service
(B) Earlier product release
(C) Lower prices
(D) Stronger advertising campaigns
Q3. When will the TV advertisement for the EcoDesk begin?
(A) September 20
(B) September 30
(C) October 10
(D) October 15
Q4. What can be inferred about OfficeFan123?
(A) They always buy BravoWorks products.
(B) They are considering buying a competitor’s product.
(C) They already purchased the EcoDesk.
(D) They do not care about release dates.
Q5. Which statement is supported by all three passages?
(A) The EcoDesk Model X will be released on September 20.
(B) The launch date has been postponed.
(C) The FlexPro 2 has better features.
(D) Customers are satisfied with BravoWorks.
✅ 【Answers & Explanations】
Q1 → (B) Supply issues
📖 解説：
Passage 1 に “shortage of aluminum parts” とあり、Passage 2でも “supply chain issues” とある。よって原因は供給問題。
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Q2 → (B) Earlier product release
📖 解説：
Passage 2 に “NextOffice… release its own height-adjustable desk on October 1” とあり、ライバルの方が早い発売で有利。
🎯 目標スコア：750点
Q3 → (C) October 10
📖 解説：
ニュース記事に “TV advertising campaign… will begin on October 10” と明記。
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Q4 → (B) They are considering buying a competitor’s product.
📖 解説：
フォーラム投稿で “I might just go with that one instead” と言っており、他社製品を検討中。
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Q5 → (B) The launch date has been postponed.
📖 解説：
3文書すべてで “delay / postponed” に関する記述あり。共通の事実。
🎯 目標スコア：850点
💡 学習ポイントまとめ
| スキル | 内容 | 対策のヒント |
|---|---|---|
| 情報統合 | 複数文書の共通点を見抜く | “共通するキーワード”を意識 |
| 日付・時期 | 具体的な数字・スケジュールに注目 | “will begin on…” に注意 |
| 推論問題 | 書かれていない内容を判断 | 文脈で読み取る力を鍛える |
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