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TOEIC
Lesson7: In house meetings| 社内会議

LESSON GOAL
Let’s check our lesson goal.
In this material, you will practice TOEIC with the content of the theme: “In-house meetings”.
PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. monthly [形] 毎月の
2. trade show 展示会
3. postpone [動] …を延期する
4. thoroughly [副] 徹底的に
5. cover [動] …を扱う
6. attach [動] …を添付する
7. draft [名] 草案、下書き
8. addition [名] 追加
9. Board of Trustees 評議員会
10. treasurer [名] 会計係
11. over budget 予算を超過して
12. proceeds [名] 収益
13. fundraiser [名] 資金集めのイベント
14. improvement 改良、改善
15. committee [名] 委員会
16. ramp [名] スロープ、斜面
17. miscellaneous [形] さまざまな、多岐にわたる
18. commend [動] …を賞賛する
19. adjourn [動]( 会議など)を一時休止させる
20. secretary [名] 書記官、秘書
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. postpone 
Answer:
2. attach 
Answer:
3. addition 
Answer:
4. improvement 
Answer:
5. over budget 
Answer:
PART B_1
Please read the text below aloud. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
PART B_2
TO: Sales Department staff
FROM: Jud Birch
DATE: August 12
SUBJECT: Monthly meeting

Most of us will be attending the trade show at Borne Center on the 18th, so the meeting scheduled for that day has been postponed to the 20th.

I reserved the main conference room for the 20th, but it is only available from 4 to 5 p.m. We have just one hour, which means all of us should review the agenda thoroughly before the meeting so we can cover everything efficiently.

I’ve attached a draft agenda to this email.

Make any additions you feel are necessary and send it back to me by tomorrow evening.
PART C_1
Let’s answer the question below. Also, tell me why you chose that answer.
PART C_2
Why was the meeting postponed?

(A) A majority of the staff will be away.
(B) All the conference rooms are booked.
(C) The main conference room is unavailable.
(D) The meeting agenda is not ready.
PART C_3
If you need clues, you can see the tips here before you answer.
HINTS
PART D_1
Now, let’s review the answer.
PART D_2
Why was the meeting postponed?

(A) A majority of the staff will be away.
(B) All the conference rooms are booked.
(C) The main conference room is unavailable.
(D) The meeting agenda is not ready.
PART E_1
Please read the text below aloud. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
PART E_2
Brookville Community Center
Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes
Saturday, December 1
Members present: 15
Members absent: 2


Opening: Dotty Powers (chairperson) opened the meeting at 6:30 p.m. and introduced Claire Hudson, the new treasurer.

Financial Report: The center is currently about $1,500 over budget. Proceeds from the upcoming Christmas fundraiser are expected to offset this. Ms. Hudson suggested that expenses be reviewed carefully to avoid going over budget next year.

Building Improvements: Mr. Petit of the Building Committee reported that construction of the back entrance ramp would begin as scheduled on January 10. The center can be accessed only through the front and Vine Street entrances until construction is complete.

Miscellaneous Business: Ms. Powers noted that the center’s youth basketball program was recently commended in an article in the Brookville Inquirer.

The meeting was adjourned by Ms. Powers at 7:30 p.m.
The next meeting will be held on Saturday, January 5, at 6:30 p.m. at the Brookville Community Center.

Minutes taken by Grace Tanaka, Secretary.
PART F_1
Let’s answer the question below. Also, tell me why you chose that answer.
PART F_2
According to the minutes, what remark did Ms. Hudson make?

(A) The center should not undergo any new construction.
(B) The center was mentioned in a newspaper article.
(C) The center should review its spending practices.
(D) The center must receive more donations.
PART F_3
If you need clues, you can see the tips here before you answer.
HINTS
PART G_1
Now, let’s review the answer.
PART G_2
According to the minutes, what remark did Ms. Hudson make?

(A) The center should not undergo any new construction.
(B) The center was mentioned in a newspaper article.
(C) The center should review its spending practices.
(D) The center must receive more donations.
PART H_1
Here are some words and expressions that often appear in TOEIC.
If time allows, let’s read them.
PART H_2
1. meeting 会議
2. conference call 電話会議
* マイクとスピーカーを兼ねた機械を使い、遠方にいる相手と行う会議。
3. conference  大規模な会議
4. teleconference テレビ会議
5. business lunch ビジネスランチ
* 昼食を取りながら行う、ややリラックスした雰囲気の会議。
6. schedule a meeting 会議の予定を決める
7. reserve a conference room 会議室を予約する
8. inform the attendees of the meeting 会議のことを出席者に伝える
9. agenda 議題のリスト
10. presenter 発表者
11. chairperson 議長
12. take meeting minutes 議事録を取る
13. agenda 会議で話し合われる項目の一覧
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK
GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

External Exam Preparation: High School Intermediate Level: 1(test)

PART A_1
You will read the passage silently for 20 seconds. Then, please read the passage aloud starting from the title.
(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions to your student.)
PART A_2
Eating at restaurants
Nowadays, many people eat at restaurants. They usually go out with their friends or family especially when they have free time. People enjoy eating out and sharing food with others. There are many choices to choose from the restaurants’ menus, so people like to eat at restaurants than at home.
PART A_3
I will ask you a question. Please answer based on the passage.
PART A_4
Question: According to the passage, why do people like to eat at restaurants than at home?
Answer:
PART A_5
Now, let’s review your answer. Then, please read it aloud.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)
PART A_6
PART B_1
Please look at the picture below. Tell me as much as you can about what they are doing. You have 20 seconds to prepare before answering.
PART B_2
The waiter is .
A woman is .
A man is .
A man is .
A woman is .
PART B_3
Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)
PART B_4
PART B_5
Please look at the picture below. Then, please answer the questions based on the picture.
PART B_6
1. What does the man want to order?
Answer: .
2. Why could he not buy it?
Answer: .
PART B_7
Now, let’s review your answer.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)
PART B_8
PART C_1
Now, I will ask you questions. I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
PART C_2
1. Do you think it is better to order food online than eat at restaurants?
Answer:
2. If yes, please tell me more.
If no, why not?
Answer:
PART C_3
Now, let’s review your answer. After that, please read aloud your corrected answer.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)
PART C_4
PART D_1
Now, I will ask you questions. I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
PART D_2
1. Some people say that it is better to have your own business.
Do you want to have your own business someday?
Answer:
2. If yes, please tell me more.
If no, why not?
Answer:
PART D_3
Now, let’s review your answer. After that, please read aloud your corrected answer.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to state his or her corrected answer.)
PART D_4
PART E_1
You will answer the questions based on the data below.
I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
PART E_2
You are choosing what food to eat. Look at the menu and answer the questions.

1. How much does it cost to buy one glass of pineapple juice?
Answer:
2. Which food has a discount?
Answer:
PART E_3
Now, let’s review your answers. After that, please read aloud your corrected answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)
PART E_4
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK
GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

External Exam Preparation: Junior High Senior Level: 1(test)

PART A_1
You will read aloud the passage. Please make sure to start from the title.
(Please send the mispronounced words and expressions to your student.)
PART A_2
Sweet foods
Many people like to eat sweet foods. They can be eaten at any time of the day. Sweet foods make people feel full, so they eat them after a meal.
PART A_3
I will ask you a question. Please answer based on the passage.
PART A_4
Question: Why do people eat sweet foods after a meal?
Answer:
PART A_5
Now, let’s review your answer.
(Please review your student’s answer by sending the correct answer in a complete sentence. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answer.)
PART A_6
PART B_1
Please look at the picture below. Then, I will ask you questions about it.
PART B_2
1. How many cups of rice are on the table?
Answer:
2. What is the girl going to do?
Answer:
PART B_3
Now, let’s review your answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)
PART B_4
PART C_1
Now, I will ask you a question. I will check if your sentence is complete and if the grammar is correct.
PART C_2
Question: What is your favorite food?
Answer:
PART C_3
Now, let’s review your answer. After that, please read aloud your corrected answer.
(Please review your student’s answer by sending the correct answer in a complete sentence. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answer.)
PART C_4
PART D_1
Now, I will ask you questions. I will check if your sentences are complete and if the grammar is correct.
PART D_2
1. Do you like eating sweets?
Answer:
2. If yes, please tell me more.
If no, what do you like eating after your meals?
Answer:
PART D_3
Now, let’s review your answers. After that, please read aloud your corrected answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)
PART D_4
PART E_1
You will answer the questions based on the information below.
PART E_2
You want to buy food. Look at the menu and answer the questions.

1. Which food is the cheapest?
Answer:
2. Which food is the most expensive?
Answer:
3. How much does one ice cream cost?
Answer:
PART E_3
Now, let’s review your answers. After that, please read aloud your corrected answers.
(Please review your student’s answers by sending the correct answers in complete sentences. After that, ask your student to read aloud his or her corrected answers.)
PART E_4
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK
GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

TOEIC
Lesson6: Workshop| 研修会

LESSON GOAL
Let’s check our lesson goal.
In this material, you will practice TOEIC with the content of the theme: “Workshop”.
PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. gather [動] 集まる
2. headquarters [名] 本社
3. board [動] …に乗車する
4. welcome [名] 歓迎(の言葉)
5. brief [形] 短い、簡潔な
6. production [名] 製造
7. protective gear 防具
8. break [名] 休憩
9. beverage [名] 飲料
10. refreshment [名] 軽食
11. remind [動]( 人)に思い出させる
12. inventory control 在庫管理
13. assistance [名] 援助、助力
14. pioneering [形] 先駆的な
15. challenge [名] 難問、課題
16. be expected to … …すると期待される
17. properly [副] 適切に
18. copy [名] コピー、複写
19. instruction manual 取扱説明書
20. review [動] …を見直す
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. gather
Answer:
2. break
Answer:
3. assistance
Answer:
4. be expected to …
Answer:
5. review
Answer:
PART B_1
Please read the text below aloud. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
PART B_2
New Employee Orientation
Tour of Bottling Facility
Monday, June 1
9:00 a.m.
Gather in front of company headquarters East Wing.
Tour of production area (protective gear provided)
9:50 a.m.
Arrival at the Jackson Plant. Welcome by Otis Cooke, Plant Manager (Mr. Cooke will give a brief history of the plant and lead the tour)
10:30-11:10 a.m.
Tour of bottling area and distribution center
11:15-11:45 a.m.
Break in plant cafeteria (sampling of beverages produced and bottled at Jackson; other refreshments also provided)
11:45-12:30 p.m.
Discussion with plant staff (Mr. Cooke to lead session)
12:35 p.m.
Board bus for ride back to headquarters.
PART C_1
Let’s answer the question below. Also, tell me why you chose that answer.
PART C_2

What are new employees scheduled to do?

(A) Start work at a factory
(B) Distribute new products
(C) Visit a company facility
(D) Offer beverages to customers

PART C_3
If you need clues, you can see the tips here before you answer.
HINTS
PART D_1
Now, let’s review the answer.
PART D_2

What are new employees scheduled to do?

(A) Start work at a factory
(B) Distribute new products
(C) Visit a company facility
(D) Offer beverages to customers

 

PART E_1
Please read the text below aloud. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
PART E_2
I’d like to remind you about next week’s training session for the new inventory control software.
I will be conducting the session with assistance from Terry Williams of Oasis Software, which is the company that created this pioneering system.
Controlling inventory has been a challenge for our firm, and this new software is expected to help us manage our inventory properly and efficiently.
There are copies here of the instruction manual for the software. Take a copy with you when you leave and review it so you have some idea of what you’ll be working with next week.
PART F_1
Let’s answer the question below. Also, tell me why you chose that answer.
PART F_2

What is the main purpose of the notice?

(A) To recruit volunteers for a project
(B) To welcome a visitor from another company
(C) To promote a new software product
(D) To discuss a training session

PART F_3
If you need clues, you can see the tips here before you answer.
HINTS
PART G_1
Now, let’s review the answer.
PART G_2

What is the main purpose of the notice?

(A) To recruit volunteers for a project
(B) To welcome a visitor from another company
(C) To promote a new software product
(D) To discuss a training session

 

PART H_1
Here are some words and expressions that often appear in TOEIC.
If time allows, let’s read them.
PART H_2
1. new employee orientation 新入社員研修
2. orientation packet オリエンテーション用の資料一式
3. tour of a facility 施設見学
4. lead the session 研修会を指揮する*「 指導する」はinstruct。
5. participate in the seminar セミナーに参加する
6. develop practical knowledge 実用的な知識を深める
7. sign up 登録をする
8. hold a career development seminar キャリア開発セミナーを開く
9. offer intensive training 集中的な研修を提供する(行う)
10. acquire IT expertise ITの専門技術を習得する
11. conduct a computer training workshop コンピュータの研修会を実施する
12. be required to attend the workshop 研修会への参加を義務付けられる
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK
GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

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TOEIC
Lesson5: Welcome and sending off party| 歓送迎会

LESSON GOAL
Let’s check our lesson goal.
In this material, you will practice TOEIC with the content of the theme: “Welcome and sending off party”.
PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. designate [動] …を指名する
2. put … together (考えなど)をまとめる
3. take place 行われる
4. as for …に関して
5. off-site [形] 現場から離れた
6. set price 決められた支払い額
7. per person 1人当たり
8. in any case いずれにせよ
9. get together 集まる
10. come up with …を考え付く
11. R.S.V.P. お返事をください。(フランス語でrepondez s’il vous plaitの省略表記。)
12. attend [動] …に出席する
13. serve [動]( 人に食事)を提供する
14. honor [動] …を高く評価する
15. present +(someone)+ with+(something) (人)に(物)を贈る
16. plaque [名] 記念の盾
17. collection [名] 献金、寄付金
18. mentor [名] 指導者、師
19. role model 手本となる人物
20. pitch in お金を出す
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. designate 
Answer:
2. get together 
Answer:
3. come up with 
Answer:
4. attend 
Answer:
5. pitch in 
Answer:
PART B_1
Please read the text below aloud. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
PART B_2
To: Rick Deevers
From: Jan Ford
Date: May 6
Subject: Welcome party

Hi Rick,

I’m writing to remind you that as the designated organizers, we need to start putting the welcome party together for the new employees who’ll be joining our team next month.

Ideally, the party would take place the week they start, which should be June 6. Let me confirm this first with Amanda.She’ll be back at work on Monday.

As for the venue, we need to think about having the party catered if we’re going to use the cafeteria like we did last year.
Don’t you think choosing an off-site location would be easier? Have them include food and drinks for a set price per person?

In any case, let’s get together this week to see what we can come up with.
PART C_1
Let’s answer the question below. Also, tell me why you chose that answer.
PART C_2
What will Rick Deevers probably do next?

(A) Contact Amanda
(B) Meet with Jan
(C) Call a caterer
(D) Take a vacation
PART C_3
If you need clues, you can see the tips here before you answer.
HINTS
PART D_1
Now, let’s review the answer.
PART D_2
What will Rick Deevers probably do next?

(A) Contact Amanda
(B) Meet with Jan
(C) Call a caterer
(D) Take a vacation
PART E_1
Please read the text below aloud. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
PART E_2
TO: ALL HUMAN RESOURCES STAFF
FROM: MIMI GELLER
DATE: NOVEMBER 3
SUBJECT: PETE’S RETIREMENT PARTY

This is to let you know that Pete Lauren’s retirement party will be held on November 21 at the Holyoke Bar and Grill.

R.S.V.P. by November 10; I hope all of you can attend.

The party will be from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Dinner will be served between 6 and 7 p.m. after which there will be a short ceremony where we will honor Pete for the significant contribution he made to our company during his 20-year employment. The company will present Pete with a plaque and retirement gift, but we are taking a collection for a gift from all of us to Pete for being such a wonderful mentor and role model.

If you would like to pitch in, please contact Jessie Orbison.
PART F_1
Let’s answer the question below. Also, tell me why you chose that answer.
PART F_2
According to the email, what is probably true about Pete Lauren?

(A) He is well liked by his colleagues.
(B) He is planning a retirement party.
(C) He has not worked at the company very long.
(D) He has made a large donation to the company.
PART F_3
If you need clues, you can see the tips here before you answer.
HINTS
PART G_1
Now, let’s review the answer.
PART G_2
According to the email, what is probably true about Pete Lauren?

(A) He is well liked by his colleagues.
(B) He is planning a retirement party.
(C) He has not worked at the company very long.
(D) He has made a large donation to the company.
PART H_1
Here are some words and expressions that often appear in TOEIC.
If time allows, let’s read them.
PART H_2
1. welcome party 歓迎会*「 ~会を開く」には、動詞holdがよく使われる。
2. venue 開催場所
3. entertainment  余興
4. farewell party 送別会
5. notice お知らせ
6. organizer 幹事
7. new employee 新入社員
8. deliver a speech スピーチを行う
9. join a team チームに加わる
10. socialize at the party パーティーで交流する
11. retiree 定年退職者
12. ceremony 式典、セレモニー
13. retirement gift 退職のプレゼント
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK
GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

TOEIC
Lesson4: Dealings| 取引

LESSON GOAL
Let’s check our lesson goal.
In this material, you will practice TOEIC with the content of the theme: “Dealings”.
PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. renewal [名] 刷新、更新
2. have a consultation with …と相談する
3. expert [名] 専門家
4. assess [動] …を見極める、…を鑑定する
5. directly [副] 直接
6. quantity discount 大口割引
7. level off 横ばいになる
8. boost [動]( 売り上げなど)を伸ばす
9. revenue [名] 収益
10. customer base 顧客基盤
11. on a regular basis 定期的に
12. tweak [動] …を微調整する
13. motivate+(someone)+to (人)に…する気を起こさせる
14. thereby [副] それによって
15. stagger [動] …をずらす
16. every two weeks 2週間ごとに
17. at shorter intervals より短い間隔で
18. frequently [副] 頻繁に
19. expand on …について詳しく話す
20. Sincerely, (手紙の結句として)敬具
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. have a consultation with 
Answer:
2. directly 
Answer:
3. on a regular basis 
Answer:
4. frequently 
Answer:
5. expand on 
Answer:
PART B_1
Please read the text below aloud. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation..
PART B_2
YOUR IDEAL CLOSET IS ONLY A FEW CLICKS AWAY!

CUSTOM CLOSETS, the number one online retailer of closet solutions, announces the renewal of its online shopping service! Create the ideal closet environment by following three simple steps:

・Have a real-time consultation with an expert to assess your storage needs
・Choose from a wide variety of materials and colors
・Place your order and have the ideal storage system delivered to your door

Since we deal directly with storage system manufacturers, we are able to offer competitive prices.
Quantity discounts are also available. Visit us today at customclosets.com and get your closet organized!
PART C_1
Let’s answer the question below. Also, tell me why you chose that answer.
PART C_2
According to the advertisement, what is probably true?

(A) CUSTOM CLOSETS is a manufacturer.
(B) CUSTOM CLOSETS does not offer advice.
(C) Prices may vary depending on the size of an order.
(D) Items sold at CUSTOM CLOSETS are cheaper elsewhere.
PART C_3
If you need clues, you can see the tips here before you answer.
HINTS
PART D_1
Now, let’s review the answer.
PART D_2
According to the advertisement, what is probably true?

(A) CUSTOM CLOSETS is a manufacturer.
(B) CUSTOM CLOSETS does not offer advice.
(C) Prices may vary depending on the size of an order.
(D) Items sold at CUSTOM CLOSETS are cheaper elsewhere.
PART E_1
Please read the text below aloud. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
PART E_2
TO: Mr. Colby Kent, Pennbrook Inc.
FROM: Heidi Peters, Best Solutions
DATE: June 11
SUBJECT: Profits


Dear Mr. Kent,

I am glad to be able to provide assistance concerning your company’s recent issues with profits leveling off. Below are suggestions for boosting revenue.


Online expansion:
Revise and expand your company’s Web site to make it more attractive to a wider customer base. In addition, holding online promotional events on a regular basis will tweak customer interest and motivate them to visit the Web site more often, thereby encouraging purchasing. Offering items that can only be purchased online is also appealing.

Stagger the introduction of new items:
Introduce new items once every two to three weeks instead of the current system where you present an entire line four times a year. Customers are always looking for something new-offering. New items at shorter intervals will have customers checking your products more frequently.

I would be happy to answer any questions or to expand on the above.


Sincerely,
Heidi Peters
PART F_1
Let’s answer the question below. Also, tell me why you chose that answer.
PART F_2
What is NOT mentioned in the email?

(A) The reason Colby Kent contacted Heidi Peters
(B) The types of products Pennbrook Inc. sells
(C) Solutions to stagnant profits
(D) Solutions to Web site management
PART F_3
If you need clues, you can see the tips here before you answer.
HINTS
PART G_1
Now, let’s review the answer.
PART G_2
What is NOT mentioned in the email?

(A) The reason Colby Kent contacted Heidi Peters
(B) The types of products Pennbrook Inc. sells
(C) Solutions to stagnant profits
(D) Solutions to Web site management
PART H_1
Here are some words and expressions that often appear in TOEIC.
If time allows, let’s read them.
PART H_2
1. manufacturer 製造会社
* supplierから見ると、manufacturer はclientとなる。
2. supplier 供給会社
3. competitive price  ほかに負けない値段
4. beat a competitor 競合会社を打ち負かす
5. close a deal 取引をまとめる
* dealには動詞の意味もあり、deal with …で「…と取引をする」。
6. expertise 専門性
7. outsource A to B A(の業務)をB にアウトソーシングする
8. reduce labor cost 人件費を削減する
9. customer 顧客
10. e-commerce 電子取引
* electronic commerceの省略形。
11. available online オンラインで購入できる
12. online payment オンライン決済
13. purchase … online …をオンラインで買う
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK
GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

TOEIC
Lesson3: Job titles and department names| 役職名・部署名

LESSON GOAL
Let’s check our lesson goal.
In this material, you will practice TOEIC with the content of the theme: “Job titles and department names”.
PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. ex- 以前の
2. head [動] …を率いる 名 会長、社長
3. replace [動] …を交代させる
4. indicate [動] …を表明する
5. publicly [副] 公然と
6. numerous [形] 無数の
7. occasion [名] 機会
8. agree on …について合意する
9. expectation [名] 期待
10. result in …という結果になる
11. acquire [動] …を獲得する
12. share [名] シェア、市場占有率
13. annual meeting 年次会議
14. line [名] 商品のラインアップ
15. favorable [形] 好ましい
16. indication [名] 示唆
17. promote [動] …を販売促進する
18. immediate [形] 即座の
19. attention [名] 対応、注目
20. be on vacation 休暇中である
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. numerous 
Answer:
2. agree on 
Answer:
3. acquire 
Answer:
4. promote 
Answer:
5. immediate 
Answer:
PART B_1
Please read the text below aloud. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
PART B_2
EX-ERNESTO DAIRY VP TO HEAD HOLMAN HEALTH

April 17—It was announced today that Carla Stark, vice president of Ernesto Dairy of Premium Ice Cream fame until January of this year, would become head of Holman Health Inc. as of April 20.

Holman Health, a giant in the dietary supplement industry, has been looking to replace its CEO Bud Rollins, who has indicated publicly on numerous occasions that he and the firm’s board of directors cannot seem to agree on anything.

It is reported that Holman Health shareholders have great expectations for Stark to work the same magic she did for Ernesto—Stark was responsible for creating the Premium Ice Cream brand which resulted in Ernesto acquiring a surprising 20 percent share of the gourmet ice cream market.
PART C_1
Let’s answer the question below. Also, tell me why you chose that answer.
PART C_2
According to the article, what is probably true about Bud Rollins?

(A) He is leaving Holman Health to enter politics.
(B) He is leaving Holman Health to work for Ernesto Dairy.
(C) He was having problems at Holman Health.
(D) He was recruited to work elsewhere.
PART C_3
If you need clues, you can see the tips here before you answer.
HINTS
PART D_1
Now, let’s review the answer.
PART D_2
According to the article, what is probably true about Bud Rollins?

(A) He is leaving Holman Health to enter politics.
(B) He is leaving Holman Health to work for Ernesto Dairy.
(C) He was having problems at Holman Health.
(D) He was recruited to work elsewhere.
PART E_1
Please read the text below aloud. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation.
PART E_2
TO: Cliff Mercola, Human Resources
FROM: Barbara Wang, Sales & Marketing
DATE: November 4
SUBJECT: New employees

Although the manager of our department set the number of new employees for Sales & Marketing at the annual meeting two weeks ago, I feel there is a need to rethink the situation.

The results from the market research conducted for our new line of cross-training sportswear have come in, and the response is less favorable than expected. This is an indication that we would need at least three more new employees in Sales & Marketing to handle the task of promoting the line.

This matter needs immediate attention but our manager is on vacation and will not be back until Monday.
Would it be possible for you to meet with us on Tuesday to discuss the hiring situation? I look forward to hearing from you.
PART F_1
Let’s answer the question below. Also, tell me why you chose that answer.
PART F_2
According to the email, what is the problem?

(A) The recruiting situation needs review.
(B) Too many people were hired.
(C) Market research was incomplete.
(D) The manager will not be back in time.
PART F_3
If you need clues, you can see the tips here before you answer.
HINTS
PART G_1
Now, let’s review the answer.
PART G_2
According to the email, what is the problem?

(A) The recruiting situation needs review.
(B) Too many people were hired.
(C) Market research was incomplete.
(D) The manager will not be back in time.
PART H_1
Here are some words and expressions that often appear in TOEIC.
If time allows, let’s read them.
PART H_2
1. board of directors 取締役会
2. president 取締役社長
3. vice president  副社長
4. general manager 部長、支店長
5. employee 社員
* 雇用者はemployer。employeeは被雇用者。
6. supervisor 上司
* bossとも言う。
7. General Administration Department 総務部
* 主に会社内のさまざまな管理業務を行う。
8. R&D Department 研究開発部
* R&DはResearch and Developmentの省略形。
9. Finance Department 財務部
* 企業活動に必要な資金調達や運用を担当する。
10. Public Relations Department 広報部
* 企業活動を対外的に発信し、企業のイメージアップを図る。
11. Human Resources Department 人事部
12. Sales & Marketing Department 営業マーケティング部
13. Advertising Department 宣伝部
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK
GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.

TOEIC
Lesson2: Industry| 業種

LESSON GOAL
Let’s check our lesson goal.
In this material, you will practice TOEIC with the content of the theme: “Industry”.
PART A_1
Let’s learn new vocabulary. Listen and repeat these words with your tutor.
PART A_2
1. …-based に拠点を置く
2. be in talks to …する交渉中である
3. major [形] 主要な
4. look to …を目指す
5. luxury [形] 豪華な
6. established [形] 名声が確立された
7. partnership [名] 提携(関係)
8. facilitate [動]…の手助けをする
9. launch [名] 開業
10. retailer [名] 小売業(者)
11. announce [動] …を発表する
12. construction [名] 建設
13. import [動] …を輸入する
14. furniture [名] 家具
15. exotic [形] 外国の
16. retail store 小売店
17. suburban [形] 郊外の
18. middle-class [形] 中流階級の
19. according to …によると
20. outcome [名] 結果
PART A_3
Let’s make sentences using the vocabulary we’ve just learned.
PART A_4
1. look to 
Answer:
2. facilitate 
Answer:
3. launch 
Answer:
4. outcome 
Answer:
5. according to 
Answer:
PART B_1
Please read the text below aloud. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation
PART B_2
VANCOUVER—Malaysia-based Baron Hotel Group is in talks to acquire Howard Hotels International.


Baron, a business hotel giant with over 100 locations in major cities in Asia, has been looking to diversify into the luxury hotel market.If Baron succeeds in making the acquisition, it will have access to the established Howard Hotels brand and its luxury hospitality know-how.


Howard Hotels, an established Canadian luxury hotel chain that is privately owned, has so far been unsuccessful in finding a partnership that would facilitate its global launch.If the acquisition is successful, Baron would have a 65% stake in Howard Hotels.
PART C_1
Let’s answer the question below. Also, tell me why you chose that answer.
PART C_2
What is suggested about the Baron Hotel Group?

(A) It is a Canada-based hotel chain.
(B) It manages hotels for business people.
(C) It is looking to enter the consulting service industry.
(D) It is known for its luxury hospitality.
PART C_3
If you need clues, you can see the tips here before you answer.
HINTS
PART D_1
Now, let’s review the answer.
PART D_2
What is suggested about the Baron Hotel Group?

(A) It is a Canada-based hotel chain.
(B) It manages hotels for business people.
(C) It is looking to enter the consulting service industry.
(D) It is known for its luxury hospitality.
PART E_1
Please read the text below aloud. Then, I will check your pronunciation and intonation
PART E_2
May 11—Housewares retailer Patio Inc. announced yesterday that it would enter into the home design and construction business.


Patio started as a small trading firm two decades ago, importing housewares, furniture, and home accessories made in exotic locations.The business has grown to include more than 80 retail stores in major cities and suburban areas across the US.

The company has a large following among middle-class urbanites who want to incorporate country living in an urban environment, and according to CEO Byron Cox, “Home design and construction is the natural outcome for a company like ours. Our customers want a structure in tune with the Patio products they own.”


Patio’s first major construction project will be a 20-unit condominium overlooking Gooden Bay.
PART F_1
Let’s answer the question below. Also, tell me why you chose that answer.
PART F_2
According to the article, what is true about Patio Inc.?

(A) It is popular with city dwellers.
(B) It has stores only on the West Coast.
(C) It also handles real estate.
(D) It was started 30 years ago.
PART F_3
If you need clues, you can see the tips here before you answer.
HINTS
PART G_1
Now, let’s review the answer.
PART G_2
According to the article, what is true about Patio Inc.?

(A) It is popular with city dwellers.
(B) It has stores only on the West Coast.
(C) It also handles real estate.
(D) It was started 30 years ago.
PART H_1
Here are some words and expressions that often appear in TOEIC.
If time allows, let’s read them.
PART H_2
1. company / corporation 会社
* companyはCo.、corporationはCorp.と省略表記されることもある。
2. institution (公共)機関、研究所、協会
3. merge  合併する
4. firm 会社
* 法律業務や経理業務など、専門的な事業を行う会社に多い。
5. diversify into …へと活動分野を広げる
* enter「 (…に)参入する」も、同じような意味で使われることがある。
6. acquisition 企業買収
* M&A(Merger and Acquisition)「合併吸収」という形でもよく使われる。動詞形はacquire。
7. trading 貿易業
8. real estate business 不動産業
9. pharmaceutical industry 製薬業
10. electronics industry 電子工業
11. financial service 金融サービス業
* financialは[フィナンシャル]という発音もよく使われる。insurance「保険」、investment「投資」、banking「銀行業」などを含む。
12. publishing 出版業
13. advertising 広告業
REVIEW AND FEEDBACK
Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did on your class.)
Grammar
文法
Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語
Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR
文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR
文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK
GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.