Day 27:全パート混合演習② ― 実戦レベルで力試し
なぜやるか
Day 26で全パート混合演習の第1回を終えました。Part 5/6/7を通して解く感覚がつかめてきたはずです。
しかし、本番では「時間切れ」「マーク漏れ」「迷って時間を使いすぎる」といったミスで点を落とす人が多くいます。
今日は、よくあるミスの対策を学びながら、さらに実戦レベルの問題に挑戦します。「知識はあるのに本番で力を出せない」を防ぐのが今日の目的です。
本編
本番でよくあるミスとその対策
ミス①:Part 7で時間切れになる
| 原因 | 対策 |
|---|---|
| Part 5/6に時間をかけすぎる | Part 5は1問20秒、Part 6は1問37秒を目標にする |
| 本文を最初から最後まで読んでいる | 設問→本文の順で読む。キーワードを探す |
| 難しい問題で止まってしまう | わからない問題は飛ばして先に進む |
ミス②:マーク漏れ
| 原因 | 対策 |
|---|---|
| 問題を飛ばしたときにマーク欄がずれる | 飛ばした問題には印をつけ、マーク欄の番号を毎回確認する |
| 最後に時間が足りずマークできない | 残り5分になったら、未回答の問題をすべて(B)か(C)で埋める |
ミス③:2択で迷って時間を使いすぎる
| 原因 | 対策 |
|---|---|
| 正解に自信が持てない | 30秒以内に決まらなければ、どちらかを選んで次に進む |
| 選んだ後に気になって戻る | 一度マークしたら戻らない。次の問題に集中する |
今日の目標
- Section A(Part 5形式):6分以内で10問を解く
- Section B(Part 6形式):12分以内で15問を解く
- Section C(Part 7形式):25分以内で15問を解く
昨日より少し速いペースを意識してください。
やり方
| 順番 | 内容 | 目安時間 |
|---|---|---|
| ① | 上の本編を読んで、よくあるミスの対策を確認する | 10分 |
| ② | Section A(Q1〜10):Part 5形式 | 10分(1問60秒) |
| ③ | Section B(Q11〜25):Part 6形式 | 20分(1問80秒) |
| ④ | Section C(Q26〜40):Part 7形式 | 25分(1問100秒) |
| ⑤ | 答え合わせ。迷った問題と間違えた問題を確認する | 5分 |
確認問題(40問)
Section A|Part 5形式(混合)目安10分・1問60秒
空欄に入る最も適切な語を(A)〜(D)から選んでください。
Q1. The HR department has _____ three new positions to the marketing team.
(A) assign
(B) assigned
(C) assignment
(D) assigning
解答を見る
正解:(B) assigned
has _____ → 現在完了形(have/has + 過去分詞)→ 過去分詞が入る。
- (A) assign → 動詞の原形
- (B) assigned → 過去分詞 ✓
- (C) assignment → 名詞
- (D) assigning → 現在分詞
Q2. The _____ of the new product line has exceeded expectations.
(A) popular
(B) popularly
(C) popularity
(D) popularize
解答を見る
正解:(C) popularity
The _____ of → 冠詞 + _____ + 前置詞 → 名詞が入る。
- (A) popular → 形容詞
- (B) popularly → 副詞
- (C) popularity → 名詞「人気」✓
- (D) popularize → 動詞
Q3. Customer feedback on the revised menu has been overwhelmingly _____.
(A) favor
(B) favorable
(C) favorably
(D) favored
解答を見る
正解:(B) favorable
has been _____ → be動詞 + _____ → 形容詞(補語)が入る。
- (A) favor → 名詞/動詞
- (B) favorable → 形容詞「好意的な」✓
- (C) favorably → 副詞
- (D) favored → 過去分詞
Q4. Employees should submit their expense reports _____ the end of each month.
(A) by
(B) from
(C) since
(D) during
解答を見る
正解:(A) by
_____ the end of each month → 「月末までに」→ by。
Q5. The annual fund-raising event was _____ successful, attracting over 500 participants.
(A) exception
(B) exceptional
(C) exceptionally
(D) excepted
解答を見る
正解:(C) exceptionally
was _____ successful → be動詞 + _____ + 形容詞 → 副詞が入る。
- (A) exception → 名詞
- (B) exceptional → 形容詞
- (C) exceptionally → 副詞「並外れて」✓
- (D) excepted → 過去分詞
Q6. The lease agreement will expire _____ December 31, so tenants should plan accordingly.
(A) on
(B) at
(C) in
(D) to
解答を見る
正解:(A) on
_____ December 31 → 特定の日付の前 → on。
Q7. _____ the shipment arrives late, we will offer customers a full refund.
(A) If
(B) Despite
(C) During
(D) Rather
解答を見る
正解:(A) If
_____ the shipment arrives → 後ろにSV → 接続詞。
- (A) If → 接続詞「もし〜なら」✓
- (B) Despite → 前置詞
- (C) During → 前置詞
- (D) Rather → 副詞
Q8. The company’s _____ approach to customer service has earned it many loyal customers.
(A) innovate
(B) innovative
(C) innovation
(D) innovatively
解答を見る
正解:(B) innovative
company’s _____ approach → 所有格 + _____ + 名詞 → 形容詞が入る。
- (A) innovate → 動詞
- (B) innovative → 形容詞「革新的な」✓
- (C) innovation → 名詞
- (D) innovatively → 副詞
Q9. The regional manager asked each store to revise _____ sales targets for the next quarter.
(A) it
(B) its
(C) itself
(D) it’s
解答を見る
正解:(B) its
revise _____ sales targets → _____ + 名詞 → 所有格。
Q10. The new nutrition guidelines were developed _____ with leading health organizations.
(A) combine
(B) combination
(C) combined
(D) in combination
解答を見る
正解:(D) in combination
developed _____ with → 「〜と組み合わせて」→ in combination with。
- (A) combine → 動詞
- (B) combination → 名詞
- (C) combined → 過去分詞
- (D) in combination → 前置詞句 ✓
Section B|Part 6形式(長文穴埋め)目安20分・1問80秒
【パッセージ1:Q11〜15】
From: Westside Fitness Center
To: All Members
Subject: Exciting Changes Coming This Spring!
Dear Members,
We are thrilled to announce several _____ (Q11) to our facility this spring. Starting March 1, we will be introducing new group fitness classes, including cycling, yoga, and a high-intensity interval training (HIIT) program.
In addition, the swimming pool area will undergo a complete renovation. _____ (Q12) the renovation, the pool will be closed from March 15 to April 10. We apologize for any inconvenience and _____ (Q13) members to use the partner facility at Eastside Recreation Center during this period. Your membership card will be accepted there at no additional charge.
_____ (Q14)
We are confident that these improvements will _____ (Q15) your experience at Westside Fitness Center. Thank you for your continued membership, and we look forward to seeing you soon!
Best regards,
The Westside Fitness Center Team
Q11.
(A) enhance
(B) enhancements
(C) enhanced
(D) enhancing
解答を見る
正解:(B) enhancements
several _____ to → several + _____ → 名詞(複数形)が入る。
Q12.
(A) During
(B) Although
(C) Because
(D) Unless
解答を見る
正解:(A) During
_____ the renovation → 後ろが名詞句 → 前置詞。
- (A) During → 前置詞「〜の間」✓
- (B) Although → 接続詞
- (C) Because → 接続詞
- (D) Unless → 接続詞
Q13.
(A) encourage
(B) encourages
(C) encouraged
(D) encouraging
解答を見る
正解:(A) encourage
We apologize … and _____ members → and で並列。apologize と同じ形(動詞の原形)。
Q14.
(A) Our facility was built in 2010.
(B) We also plan to add new cardio equipment to the main workout area by mid-April.
(C) The annual membership fee will remain unchanged.
(D) Several staff members have recently been promoted.
解答を見る
正解:(B) We also plan to add new cardio equipment to the main workout area by mid-April.
前の文:パートナー施設を利用できる。後の文:これらの改善がフィットネス体験を向上させる。→ 「さらなる改善計画」が入ると自然。
Q15.
(A) enhance
(B) enhancing
(C) enhanced
(D) enhancement
解答を見る
正解:(A) enhance
will _____ your experience → 助動詞 + _____ → 動詞の原形。
【パッセージ2:Q16〜20】
Jackson & Associates
Office Memo
Date: September 5
To: All Employees
From: Linda Park, Office Manager
Re: New Meeting Room Reservation System
Starting September 15, we will implement a new online system for reserving meeting rooms. The _____ (Q16) system, which required employees to sign a paper log at the front desk, will be discontinued.
The new system can be accessed through the company intranet. To reserve a room, simply log in, select the desired date and time, and confirm your booking. The system will _____ (Q17) send a confirmation email to all participants once the reservation is complete.
Please note that reservations can be made up to two weeks in advance. _____ (Q18), last-minute bookings can be made up to 30 minutes before the desired time slot, subject to availability.
_____ (Q19)
If you experience any technical difficulties with the new system, please contact the IT help desk at extension 4500. We appreciate your _____ (Q20) as we transition to this new process.
Q16.
(A) current
(B) currently
(C) currency
(D) currencies
解答を見る
正解:(A) current
The _____ system → 冠詞 + _____ + 名詞 → 形容詞。
Q17.
(A) automatic
(B) automatically
(C) automation
(D) automate
解答を見る
正解:(B) automatically
will _____ send → 助動詞 + _____ + 動詞 → 副詞。
Q18.
(A) However
(B) Therefore
(C) Moreover
(D) Otherwise
解答を見る
正解:(A) However
前の文:2週間前まで予約可能。後の文:直前の予約も30分前まで可能。→ 「ただし」と条件を追加。
Q19.
(A) The office building was constructed in 1998.
(B) A brief training session on how to use the new system will be held on September 12 at 2:00 P.M. in the main conference room.
(C) The cafeteria menu has been updated for the fall season.
(D) Three new employees will join the team next month.
解答を見る
正解:(B) A brief training session on how to use the new system will be held on September 12 at 2:00 P.M. in the main conference room.
前の文:直前の予約も可能。後の文:技術的な問題があればITヘルプデスクに連絡。→ 「新システムの使い方研修の案内」が入ると自然。
Q20.
(A) cooperate
(B) cooperation
(C) cooperative
(D) cooperatively
解答を見る
正解:(B) cooperation
appreciate your _____ → 動詞 + 所有格 + _____ → 名詞。
【パッセージ3:Q21〜25】
Greenville Gazette — Local News
The Greenville City Council has approved a $2.5 million budget for the renovation of Central Park. The project, which is _____ (Q21) to begin in January, will include new walking paths, upgraded playground equipment, and improved lighting throughout the park.
Council member Patricia Reeves stated that the renovation was _____ (Q22) needed. “Central Park is the heart of our community, and it deserves to be a safe and _____ (Q23) space for all residents,” she said.
_____ (Q24)
The city has hired Meridian Construction to oversee the project. Construction is expected to last approximately eight months. Sections of the park will remain _____ (Q25) to the public during construction, though some areas may be temporarily restricted.
Q21.
(A) expect
(B) expected
(C) expectation
(D) expecting
解答を見る
正解:(B) expected
is _____ to begin → be + _____ + to不定詞 → 過去分詞(受動態)。
Q22.
(A) desperate
(B) despairing
(C) desperation
(D) desperately
解答を見る
正解:(D) desperately
was _____ needed → be + _____ + 過去分詞 → 副詞。
Q23.
(A) enjoy
(B) enjoyably
(C) enjoyment
(D) enjoyable
解答を見る
正解:(D) enjoyable
safe and _____ space → and で並列 → safe(形容詞)と同じく形容詞。
Q24.
(A) The park was named after the city’s founder.
(B) Greenville has a population of approximately 45,000.
(C) The council also discussed changes to the city’s parking regulations.
(D) Local businesses have expressed enthusiastic support for the renovation, with several offering donations to fund additional amenities such as benches and water fountains.
解答を見る
正解:(D) Local businesses have expressed enthusiastic support for the renovation, with several offering donations to fund additional amenities such as benches and water fountains.
前の文:公園はコミュニティの中心。後の文:建設会社が雇われた。→ 「地域のサポート」に関する情報が自然。
Q25.
(A) access
(B) accessed
(C) accessible
(D) accessibility
解答を見る
正解:(C) accessible
remain _____ → remain + _____ → 形容詞(補語)。
- (A) access → 名詞/動詞
- (B) accessed → 過去分詞
- (C) accessible → 形容詞「アクセスできる」✓
- (D) accessibility → 名詞
Section C|Part 7形式(シングルパッセージ)目安25分・1問100秒
【パッセージ1:Q26〜29】
Meridian Hotel — Guest Information
Welcome to the Meridian Hotel. We hope you enjoy your stay with us. Please review the following information about our services and amenities.
Dining:
– The Garden Restaurant (1st floor) serves breakfast from 6:30 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. and dinner from 6:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M. Lunch is not available at this location.
– The Lobby Café (1st floor) offers light refreshments, beverages, and snacks throughout the day from 7:00 A.M. to 11:00 P.M.
– Room service is available 24 hours a day. A menu can be found in the desk drawer in your room.
Fitness Center:
– Located on the 3rd floor, open from 6:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M. daily.
– Towels are provided at the fitness center reception desk.
– The swimming pool is open from 8:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M.
Business Center:
– Located on the 2nd floor, open 24 hours.
– Complimentary printing, copying, and fax services are available for all guests.
Checkout:
– Standard checkout time is 11:00 A.M.
– Late checkout (until 2:00 P.M.) may be available upon request. Please contact the front desk by 9:00 A.M. on your departure date.
Q26. Where can guests get something to eat at 3:00 P.M.?
(A) The Garden Restaurant
(B) The Fitness Center
(C) The Business Center
(D) The Lobby Café
解答を見る
正解:(D) The Lobby Café
The Lobby Café offers light refreshments, beverages, and snacks throughout the day from 7:00 A.M. to 11:00 P.M. = ロビーカフェは7時から23時まで軽食を提供。3:00 P.M.はこの時間内。
Q27. What is indicated about the Business Center?
(A) It is open only during business hours.
(B) It charges a fee for printing.
(C) It is available around the clock.
(D) It is located on the 3rd floor.
解答を見る
正解:(C) It is available around the clock.
Located on the 2nd floor, open 24 hours. = 24時間営業。
Q28. What should guests do if they want late checkout?
(A) Pay an additional fee at checkout
(B) Visit the Business Center
(C) Request it when making a reservation
(D) Contact the front desk by 9:00 A.M. on departure day
解答を見る
正解:(D) Contact the front desk by 9:00 A.M. on departure day
Please contact the front desk by 9:00 A.M. on your departure date.
Q29. What service is NOT mentioned at the hotel?
(A) Room service
(B) A swimming pool
(C) Laundry service
(D) Printing service
解答を見る
正解:(C) Laundry service
Room service(記載あり)、swimming pool(記載あり)、printing service(記載あり)。Laundry service は記載なし。
【パッセージ2:Q30〜33】
From: Amy Foster a.foster@stantonpublishing.com
To: Kevin Liu k.liu@stantonpublishing.com
Date: Tuesday, April 15
Subject: Upcoming Book Launch Event
Hi Kevin,
I wanted to update you on the plans for the book launch event for “The Future of Urban Design” by Dr. Sarah Mitchell, scheduled for May 3 at the Riverside Auditorium.
Here’s where we stand:
- Venue: Confirmed. The auditorium can accommodate up to 200 guests. We’ve reserved the main hall and the lobby area for the reception.
- Catering: Still pending. I’ve contacted three catering companies for quotes. I’m expecting responses by Friday. I’d prefer to go with a company that can offer both hot and cold options.
- Invitations: Sent out last week to our mailing list of 500 contacts. So far, we’ve received 85 confirmations.
- Author Appearance: Dr. Mitchell has confirmed she will give a 30-minute presentation followed by a Q&A session and book signing.
- Media: I’ve sent press releases to five local newspapers and two online publications. The Greenville Times has already confirmed they will send a reporter.
One thing I’d like your input on — should we set up a live stream of the presentation for those who can’t attend in person? I think it could help us reach a wider audience. Let me know your thoughts.
Best,
Amy
Q30. What is the purpose of this e-mail?
(A) To invite Kevin to a book launch
(B) To cancel an upcoming event
(C) To request a budget increase
(D) To provide an update on event preparations
解答を見る
正解:(D) To provide an update on event preparations
I wanted to update you on the plans for the book launch event.
Q31. What has NOT yet been finalized?
(A) The venue
(B) The date of the event
(C) The author’s schedule
(D) The catering
解答を見る
正解:(D) The catering
Catering: Still pending. = ケータリング:まだ未定。
Q32. How many people have confirmed attendance so far?
(A) 30
(B) 500
(C) 200
(D) 85
解答を見る
正解:(D) 85
we’ve received 85 confirmations.
Q33. What does Amy ask Kevin about?
(A) Whether to change the venue
(B) Whether to extend the event date
(C) Whether to invite more reporters
(D) Whether to set up a live stream
解答を見る
正解:(D) Whether to set up a live stream
should we set up a live stream of the presentation for those who can’t attend in person?
【パッセージ3:Q34〜37】
Harmon Electronics — Product Recall Notice
Harmon Electronics is voluntarily recalling the Model X-400 Portable Speaker due to a potential safety issue. A limited number of units manufactured between January and March of this year may have a defective battery component that could overheat under certain conditions.
Affected Products:
– Model: X-400 Portable Speaker
– Serial Numbers: X4-10000 through X4-15000
– Purchase Period: January 15 to April 10
What to Do:
1. Check the serial number on the bottom of your speaker.
2. If your serial number falls within the affected range, stop using the product immediately.
3. Contact our customer service department at 1-800-555-0399 or visit www.harmonelectronics.com/recall to arrange a free replacement or full refund.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience. Customer safety is our top priority. All replacement units have been thoroughly inspected and tested to ensure they meet our quality standards.
Q34. Why is the product being recalled?
(A) The speaker has poor sound quality.
(B) The product was mislabeled.
(C) The battery may overheat.
(D) The price was incorrect.
解答を見る
正解:(C) The battery may overheat.
a defective battery component that could overheat under certain conditions.
Q35. What should affected customers do first?
(A) Return the product to the store
(B) Contact customer service
(C) Check the serial number
(D) Request a refund online
解答を見る
正解:(C) Check the serial number
- Check the serial number on the bottom of your speaker.(手順の1番目)
Q36. What options are available for affected customers?
(A) A repair or store credit
(B) A discount on future purchases
(C) A replacement or refund
(D) An extended warranty
解答を見る
正解:(C) A replacement or refund
to arrange a free replacement or full refund.
Q37. What is indicated about the replacement units?
(A) They are a newer model.
(B) They are available at a discounted price.
(C) They have been inspected and tested.
(D) They will be shipped within 24 hours.
解答を見る
正解:(C) They have been inspected and tested.
All replacement units have been thoroughly inspected and tested.
【パッセージ4:Q38〜40】(他テーマ混合)
Maple Street Intersection Closure
The City of Oakville Department of Transportation announces that the intersection of Maple Street and 5th Avenue will be closed to all vehicle traffic from Monday, June 2 through Friday, June 13. The closure is necessary to complete utility line repairs and road resurfacing work.
During this period, drivers are advised to use Oak Boulevard or Pine Street as alternative routes. Pedestrian access will be maintained throughout the construction period.
Local businesses along Maple Street will remain open during the construction. Temporary parking will be available on 4th Avenue and 6th Avenue.
For daily updates on the construction progress, visit www.oakville.gov/roadwork or call the city hotline at 555-0311.
Q38. How long will the intersection be closed?
(A) About two weeks
(B) One week
(C) One month
(D) Three days
解答を見る
正解:(A) About two weeks
from Monday, June 2 through Friday, June 13 = 6月2日から6月13日まで = 約2週間。
Q39. What is NOT affected by the closure?
(A) Pedestrian access
(B) Vehicle traffic
(C) Parking on Maple Street
(D) Utility lines
解答を見る
正解:(A) Pedestrian access
Pedestrian access will be maintained throughout the construction period. = 歩行者のアクセスは維持される。
Q40. Where can drivers park during the construction?
(A) On Maple Street
(B) On Oak Boulevard
(C) On 4th Avenue and 6th Avenue
(D) At the city office
解答を見る
正解:(C) On 4th Avenue and 6th Avenue
Temporary parking will be available on 4th Avenue and 6th Avenue.
今日の重要語(10語)
| 単語 | 意味 | 注意点 |
|---|---|---|
| assign | 割り当てる | assignment = 割り当て(名詞) |
| popularity | 人気 | popular = 人気のある(形容詞) |
| favorable | 好意的な | favorably = 好意的に(副詞) |
| innovative | 革新的な | innovation = 革新(名詞) |
| expire | 期限が切れる | expiration = 有効期限(名詞) |
| lease | 賃貸借契約 | sign a lease = 賃貸契約を結ぶ |
| defective | 欠陥のある | defect = 欠陥(名詞) |
| refreshment | 軽い飲食物 | refreshments = 軽食(複数形で使うことが多い) |
| intersection | 交差点 | at the intersection = 交差点で |
| enthusiastic | 熱心な | enthusiasm = 熱意(名詞) |
Day 27 まとめ
今日のチェックリスト
- [ ] Part 5形式(品詞・動詞・前置詞/接続詞・代名詞の混合)が解けた
- [ ] Part 6形式(長文穴埋め + 文挿入問題)が解けた
- [ ] Part 7形式(シングルパッセージ)が解けた
- [ ] 本番でよくあるミス(時間切れ、マーク漏れ、迷いすぎ)の対策を理解した
今日の重要単語(35語)
以下の単語を「英語→意味」の順で5回以上高速で繰り返してください。
| 英単語 | 意味 |
|---|---|
| athletic | 運動の |
| accurate | 正確な |
| combine | 組み合わせる |
| monitor | 監視する、モニター |
| social | 社会の |
| academic | 学問の |
| loyal | 忠実な、誠実な |
| ancient | 古代の |
| mechanical | 機械の |
| popularity | 人気 |
| enjoyable | 楽しい |
| enthusiastic | 熱心な |
| favorable | 好意的な |
| assign | 割り当てる |
| productivity | 生産性 |
| preference | 好み |
| convert | 換える |
| revise | 見直す |
| affordable | 手頃な価格の |
| nutrition | 栄養 |
| refreshment | 軽い飲食物 |
| utility | 公共サービス |
| exclusive | 限定の |
| lease | 賃貸借契約 |
| inconvenience | 不便 |
| innovative | 革新的な |
| enhance | 向上させる |
| intersection | 交差点 |
| shipment | 配送 |
| orientation | 説明会 |
| expire | 期限が切れる |
| defective | 欠陥のある |
| medication | 薬 |
| tuition | 授業料 |
| fund-raising | 資金調達のための |
明日の予告
Day 28では弱点補強を行います。30日間で扱った全テーマの「間違えやすいポイント」を集中的に復習します。品詞の紛らわしいパターン、時制のミス、前置詞/接続詞の混同など、600点を阻むよくある間違いを潰していきましょう。
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