Day 41：Part7 シングルパッセージ③（記事・長文）12問

なぜやるか

Day 39〜40ではメール・お知らせ・手紙・広告を読みました。今日は記事と長めの文書を読みます。

記事は他のパッセージより長くなりますが、精読のスキル（Day 27で学んだ「前置詞句を括って骨格を見抜く」技術）を使えば、骨格が見えます。

Part7 問題演習（3パッセージ・12問）

パッセージ1：オンラインニュース記事（4問）

Questions 1-4 refer to the following article.

MASON CITY DAILY NEWS
March 22

Local Company Wins National Innovation Award

Mason City-based technology company Brightwave Solutions has been selected as this year’s recipient of the National Innovation Award, which recognizes companies that have made outstanding contributions to technological advancement in their industry.

Brightwave Solutions, founded in 2015 by CEO Amanda Foster, specializes in developing cloud-based software solutions for small and medium-sized businesses. The company has grown from a team of five employees to a workforce of over 300 in just eight years.

“We are incredibly honored to receive this recognition,” said Ms. Foster at a press conference held at the company’s headquarters on Thursday. “This award belongs to every member of our team who has worked tirelessly to push the boundaries of innovation.”

The judging committee praised Brightwave Solutions for its flagship product, CloudSync Pro, which has helped more than 10,000 businesses worldwide streamline their operations and reduce costs by an average of 25%.

As part of the award, Brightwave Solutions will receive a $500,000 grant to fund further research and development. Ms. Foster indicated that the company plans to use the funds to expand its artificial intelligence capabilities and hire an additional 50 engineers over the next 12 months.

The National Innovation Award ceremony will be held on April 10 at the Grand Convention Center in Washington, D.C.

Q1. What has Brightwave Solutions been recognized for?
(A) Its community service efforts
(B) Its contributions to technological advancement
(C) Its rapid stock price growth
(D) Its environmentally friendly practices

→ (B)
→ “recognizes companies that have made outstanding contributions to technological advancement“

Q2. What is indicated about Brightwave Solutions?
(A) It was founded more than 20 years ago.
(B) It primarily serves large corporations.
(C) It has experienced significant growth since its founding.
(D) It recently relocated its headquarters.

→ (C)
→ “grown from a team of five employees to a workforce of over 300 in just eight years” 5人から300人以上に成長 → significant growth

Q3. How does CloudSync Pro benefit its users?
(A) It helps businesses save an average of 25% on costs.
(B) It provides free cloud storage.
(C) It trains employees in new technologies.
(D) It automatically manages social media accounts.

→ (A)
→ “helped more than 10,000 businesses worldwide streamline their operations and reduce costs by an average of 25%“

Q4. What does Ms. Foster plan to do with the grant money?
(A) Open new offices overseas
(B) Develop AI technology and hire more engineers
(C) Donate it to local charities
(D) Renovate the company’s headquarters

→ (B)
→ “plans to use the funds to expand its artificial intelligence capabilities and hire an additional 50 engineers“

パッセージ2：社内方針文書（4問）

Questions 5-8 refer to the following policy document.

GREENLEAF CORPORATION
Employee Travel Reimbursement Policy
Effective: January 1

Purpose
This policy outlines the procedures for reimbursement of business travel expenses for all Greenleaf Corporation employees.

Eligible Expenses
The following expenses are eligible for reimbursement when incurred during authorized business travel:
• Transportation (airfare, train tickets, rental cars, taxis, and ride-sharing services)
• Accommodation (hotel rooms at the standard corporate rate)
• Meals (up to $75 per day)
• Other necessary expenses (parking fees, internet charges, conference registration fees)

Submission Requirements
All expense reports must be submitted within 30 days of the completion of travel. Reports submitted after this deadline may not be processed. Each report must include:
• Original receipts for all expenses over $25
• A completed Expense Report Form (available on the company intranet)
• Written approval from the employee’s direct supervisor

Important Notes
• First-class airfare is not eligible for reimbursement unless approved in advance by a vice president or above.
• Alcoholic beverages are not eligible for reimbursement under any circumstances.
• Employees are encouraged to book travel at least two weeks in advance to secure the best rates.

For questions about this policy, please contact the Finance Department at finance@greenleaf.com.

Q5. What is the purpose of this document?
(A) To announce a new travel benefit
(B) To explain the rules for getting travel expenses paid back
(C) To promote a corporate travel agency
(D) To describe popular business travel destinations

→ (B)
→ “This policy outlines the procedures for reimbursement of business travel expenses“

Q6. What is the maximum daily allowance for meals?
(A) $25
(B) $50
(C) $75
(D) $100

→ (C)
→ “Meals (up to $75 per day)”

Q7. What must employees include with their expense reports?
(A) A letter from the CEO
(B) Receipts for all expenses over $25
(C) A copy of their passport
(D) Photos from the trip

→ (B)
→ “Original receipts for all expenses over $25“

Q8. Under what condition can first-class airfare be reimbursed?
(A) When the flight is longer than 8 hours
(B) When economy class is fully booked
(C) When approved in advance by a vice president or above
(D) When the employee pays the difference

→ (C)
→ “First-class airfare is not eligible for reimbursement unless approved in advance by a vice president or above“

パッセージ3：オンラインチャット（4問）

Questions 9-12 refer to the following online chat discussion.

Hiroshi Tanaka [2:15 P.M.]Hi everyone. I just received confirmation that the venue for our annual company picnic has been booked. It will be at Lakeside Park on Saturday, July 12, from 11:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.

Maria Garcia [2:18 P.M.]That’s great news! Lakeside Park is a wonderful location. Do we have a budget for catering, or should we organize a potluck like last year?

Hiroshi Tanaka [2:20 P.M.]Good question. I spoke with the finance team, and they’ve approved a budget of $2,000 for catering. So we can hire a caterer this year instead of doing a potluck.

James Wilson [2:22 P.M.]Nice! I know a great local catering company called Fresh Bites. They did the food for our department’s holiday party last December, and everyone loved it. Want me to get a quote from them?

Hiroshi Tanaka [2:24 P.M.]That would be perfect, James. Can you get the quote by Friday so we can review it at next week’s planning meeting?

Maria Garcia [2:26 P.M.]I can handle the entertainment side of things. I was thinking of organizing some outdoor games and maybe hiring a DJ. I’ll put together a list of options and costs.

James Wilson [2:28 P.M.]Sounds good. Should we also set up a sign-up sheet so we know how many people to expect?

Hiroshi Tanaka [2:30 P.M.]Definitely. Maria, can you create a sign-up form and send it out to all employees by the end of this week?

Maria Garcia [2:31 P.M.]Sure, I’ll take care of it.

Q9. What is the chat discussion mainly about?
(A) A department budget meeting
(B) Planning a company event
(C) Reviewing a catering contract
(D) Scheduling employee interviews

→ (B)
→ 会社のピクニック（annual company picnic）の計画について話し合っている

Q10. What did the company do for food at last year’s picnic?
(A) They hired a catering company.
(B) They ordered food from a restaurant.
(C) They organized a potluck.
(D) They did not provide food.

→ (C)
→ Maria: “should we organize a potluck like last year?” 去年はポットラック（持ち寄り）

Q11. What will James Wilson most likely do next?
(A) Book the venue
(B) Contact Fresh Bites for a price quote
(C) Create a sign-up form
(D) Hire a DJ

→ (B)
→ James: “Want me to get a quote from them?” → Hiroshi: “That would be perfect” → Jamesは見積もりを取る

Q12. What is Maria Garcia responsible for?
(A) Catering and food
(B) Venue booking
(C) Entertainment and the sign-up form
(D) Budget management

→ (C)
→ Maria: “I can handle the entertainment side” ＋ Hiroshi: “Maria, can you create a sign-up form” → エンターテインメントと参加者登録フォーム

解答一覧

今日の文書タイプまとめ

精読課題：パッセージ1（ニュース記事）を精読する

記事は長いですが、前置詞句を括れば骨格が見えます。

文1： Mason City-based technology company Brightwave Solutions has been selected as this year’s recipient of the National Innovation Award, which recognizes companies that have made outstanding contributions to technological advancement in their industry.

精読：
→ Mason City-based technology company Brightwave Solutions has been selected (as this year’s recipient) (of the National Innovation Award), which recognizes companies that have made outstanding contributions (to technological advancement) (in their industry).
→ 骨格：Brightwave Solutions has been selected.
→ 訳：「メイソンシティに拠点を置くテクノロジー企業ブライトウェーブ・ソリューションズが、業界における技術的進歩に優れた貢献をした企業を表彰するナショナル・イノベーション・アワードの今年の受賞者に選ばれました。」

文2： The judging committee praised Brightwave Solutions for its flagship product, CloudSync Pro, which has helped more than 10,000 businesses worldwide streamline their operations and reduce costs by an average of 25%.

精読：
→ The judging committee praised Brightwave Solutions (for its flagship product), CloudSync Pro, which has helped more than 10,000 businesses worldwide streamline their operations and reduce costs (by an average) (of 25%).
→ 骨格：The committee praised Brightwave Solutions.
→ 訳：「審査委員会は、同社の主力製品であるCloudSync Proを高く評価しました。この製品は世界中の1万以上の企業の業務合理化とコストの平均25%削減を支援してきました。」

文3： Ms. Foster indicated that the company plans to use the funds to expand its artificial intelligence capabilities and hire an additional 50 engineers over the next 12 months.

精読：
→ Ms. Foster indicated that the company plans to use the funds (to expand its artificial intelligence capabilities) and hire an additional 50 engineers (over the next 12 months).
→ 骨格：Ms. Foster indicated that the company plans to use the funds.
→ 訳：「フォスター氏は、今後12ヶ月間でAI機能を拡張し、さらに50人のエンジニアを採用するためにその資金を活用する計画であると述べました。」

自分でもやってみましょう： パッセージ2（方針文書）の文も精読してみてください。特に “All expense reports must be submitted within 30 days of the completion of travel.” のような文は、前置詞句が多くて練習に最適です。

単語学習（Day 41）

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