【Reading Passage：Internal Memo】
Subject: Update on Remote Work Policy
Due to recent changes in company policy, employees will be required to work from the office at least three days per week starting August 1.
(1) ______
Managers will review individual circumstances on a case-by-case basis.
Employees who wish to request flexible arrangements must submit a formal application by July 20.
(2) ______
Late submissions will not be considered.
For further information, please contact the Human Resources Department.
❓ Questions (4 questions)
Q1.
Choose the best word or phrase to fill in blank (1).
A. However
B. Therefore
C. Otherwise
D. Meanwhile
Q2.
Choose the best sentence to fill in blank (2).
A. The application form is available on the company intranet.
B. Flexible arrangements were common last year.
C. The policy was introduced in 2018.
D. Employees rarely submit applications.
Q3.
What is the main purpose of this memo?
A. To announce changes to remote work requirements
B. To promote a new office location
C. To recruit additional staff
D. To explain company performance results
Q4.
By when must employees submit their application?
A. August 1
B. July 20
C. July 31
D. August 20
✅ 解答・詳しい解説（目安スコアつき）
Q1. 正解：A（However）
前文：原則は週3出社
→ 次文：例外対応あり
逆接なので however が最適。
🎯 目安スコア：650点
Q2. 正解：A
申請の流れを具体化する説明文。
直後の「Late submissions〜」とも自然につながる。
🎯 目安スコア：650〜700点
Q3. 正解：A
冒頭文で新しい勤務方針を明確に通知している。
Part 6 定番の 目的問題。
🎯 目安スコア：500〜550点
Q4. 正解：B（July 20）
本文：
must submit … by July 20
日付拾いは落としたくない基本問題。
🎯 目安スコア：500点
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