TOEIC 리딩 파트 7 — 문제
지문
Subject: Project Alpha - Schedule Update
From: Mark Davies <mark.davies@innovatech.com>
Date: October 26, 9:30 AM
To: Sarah Chen <sarah.chen@innovatech.com>
Dear Sarah,
I regret to inform you that we've encountered an unforeseen complication with Project Alpha, specifically concerning the integration of the new software module. This will unfortunately lead to a slight delay in our original timeline.
The development team is working diligently to resolve the issue, and we anticipate having a clearer revised schedule by end of day tomorrow. I will provide a more detailed update then.
Thank you for your understanding.
Best regards,
Mark Davies
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Subject: Re: Project Alpha - Schedule Update
From: Sarah Chen <sarah.chen@innovatech.com>
Date: October 26, 10:15 AM
To: Mark Davies <mark.davies@innovatech.com>
Hi Mark,
Thanks for the heads-up. This is certainly not ideal, as the client presentation is scheduled for November 15th. A delay, even a minor one, could have significant implications for our client relationship.
Could you please ensure that the development team prioritizes a quick resolution? I'd appreciate it if you could also include potential mitigation strategies in your updated schedule tomorrow. We need to be prepared to address any client concerns proactively.
Regards,
Sarah Chen
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Subject: Re: Project Alpha - Schedule Update
From: Mark Davies <mark.davies@innovatech.com>
Date: October 27, 4:00 PM
To: Sarah Chen <sarah.chen@innovatech.com>
Hi Sarah,
Following up on our earlier discussion. The team has identified the root cause of the integration issue and has already implemented a fix. We're currently conducting rigorous testing to ensure stability.
Good news: While there was a minor setback, we've managed to catch up. The revised schedule indicates that we are back on track for the original November 15th deadline. We don't foresee any further delays.
I've attached the detailed report with the revised timeline and testing results. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thanks,
Mark Davies
문제
What is the primary purpose of Mr. Davies' initial email?
보기
- A. To inform about a delay in a project timeline. ✓
- B. To request an extension for a project deadline.
- C. To apologize for poor project management.
- D. To confirm the successful completion of a task.
정답
A. To inform about a delay in a project timeline.
해설
📖 지문해석 — Mr. Davies는 Sarah에게 Project Alpha에 새로운 소프트웨어 모듈 통합과 관련된 예상치 못한 문제가 발생하여 원래 일정에 약간의 차질이 생길 것이라고 알리고 있습니다. 그는 개발팀이 문제를 해결하고 있으며 내일 업무 종료 시까지 수정된 일정을 더 명확하게 제공할 것이라고 덧붙였습니다.
📝 정답이유 — 정답은 "To inform about a delay in a project timeline." (프로젝트 일정 지연에 대해 알리기 위해)입니다. 이메일 본문에 "encounter an unforeseen complication" (예상치 못한 합병증을 마주하다), "slight delay in our original timeline" (원래 일정에 약간의 지연)과 같은 명확한 단서가 있습니다. 이는 프로젝트 진행에 차질이 생겼음을 직접적으로 나타냅니다.
💡 실전팁 — Part 7에서 이메일의 목적을 묻는 문제는 종종 첫 문장에 핵심 내용이 담겨 있습니다. "I regret to inform you that..." (유감스럽게도 알려드립니다...)와 같은 표현은 문제 발생이나 부정적인 소식을 전달할 때 자주 사용되니 주의 깊게 살펴보세요.
📊 오답분석 — X) To request an extension for a project deadline. (프로젝트 마감일 연장을 요청하기 위해) — 이메일은 마감일 연장을 요청하는 것이 아니라, 이미 발생한 일정 지연을 알리는 내용입니다. X) To apologize for poor project management. (부실한 프로젝트 관리에 대해 사과하기 위해) — 이메일에는 사과 표현이 있지만 '부실한 프로젝트 관리'에 대한 직접적인 언급이나 사과는 없습니다. X) To confirm the successful completion of a task. (작업의 성공적인 완료를 확인하기 위해) — 지문 내용은 작업 지연에 관한 것이지, 성공적인 완료와는 정반대되는 내용입니다.
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