TOEIC 리딩 파트 7 — 문제

지문

Subject: Urgent: Marketing Campaign Launch Update - Project Phoenix
From: Michael Harrison <m.harrison@syntech.com>
To: Sarah Jenkins <s.jenkins@syntech.com>, David Lee <d.lee@syntech.com>, Elena Petrova <e.petrova@syntech.com>
Date: October 23, 10:15 AM

Team,

I regret to inform you that the launch of the Project Phoenix marketing campaign will be slightly delayed. The unforeseen technical issues identified during final testing of the backend integration pose a significant hurdle. Our developers are working around the clock to resolve them, but it’s become clear we won't meet our original November 1st target. I wanted to provide an immediate update before our scheduled meeting this afternoon. Sarah, please coordinate with your team to assess the impact on our promotional materials. David, can you provide an updated timeline for the technical fixes? Elena, please draft a communication plan for our external stakeholders.

Best,
Michael Harrison

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Subject: Re: Urgent: Marketing Campaign Launch Update - Project Phoenix
From: Sarah Jenkins <s.jenkins@syntech.com>
To: Michael Harrison <m.harrison@syntech.com>
Cc: David Lee <d.lee@syntech.com>, Elena Petrova <e.petrova@syntech.com>
Date: October 23, 10:40 AM

Michael,

Thanks for the heads-up. My team can pivot quickly. We’ll hold off on sending the final proofs to print and adjust the digital assets. I'll have an impact assessment for you by end of day.

Sarah Jenkins

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Subject: Re: Urgent: Marketing Campaign Launch Update - Project Phoenix
From: David Lee <d.lee@syntech.com>
To: Michael Harrison <m.harrison@syntech.com>
Cc: Sarah Jenkins <s.jenkins@syntech.com>, Elena Petrova <e.petrova@syntech.com>
Date: October 23, 11:05 AM

Michael,

We're looking at an additional 5-7 business days for the backend integration, assuming no further complications. This puts our revised launch window at November 8th-10th. I'll circulate a more detailed report with the specific outstanding issues shortly.

David Lee

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Subject: Re: Urgent: Marketing Campaign Launch Update - Project Phoenix
From: Elena Petrova <e.petrova@syntech.com>
To: Michael Harrison <m.harrison@syntech.com>
Cc: Sarah Jenkins <s.jenkins@syntech.com>, David Lee <d.lee@syntech.com>
Date: October 23, 11:20 AM

Understood, Michael. I'll prepare a concise statement for our key partners emphasizing the minor scope adjustment and the continued commitment to quality. I'll also draft an internal memo to manage expectations within the company. I'll have initial drafts ready for your review by tomorrow morning.

Elena Petrova

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문제

What is indicated about the initial launch date for Project Phoenix?

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  1. A. It was originally set for November 1st. ✓
  2. B. It was contingent on client approval.
  3. C. It was postponed indefinitely.
  4. D. It was successfully met by the team.

정답

A. It was originally set for November 1st.

해설

📖 지문 해석
이메일은 Project Phoenix 마케팅 캠페인 출시가 기술적인 문제로 인해 약간 지연될 것이라고 알리고 있습니다. 개발팀이 문제를 해결하기 위해 노력하고 있지만, 원래의 시작일을 맞추지 못할 것이 분명해졌습니다.

📝 정답이유
정답은 "It was originally set for November 1st." 입니다. 본문에서 "it’s become clear we won't meet our original No"라는 문구는 원래 예정된 출시일이 있었음을 암시하며, 이메일 날짜가 10월 23일이므로 11월 1일이 원래 예정일이었을 가능성이 높다는 것을 추론할 수 있습니다.

💡 실전팁
Part 7의 날짜 관련 문제에서는 이메일, 공지문 등의 작성 날짜를 '기준 시점'으로 삼아, 언급된 다른 날짜들과의 시간적 관계를 파악하는 것이 중요합니다. ‘original’, ‘previously’, ‘scheduled’ 등의 단서에 주목하세요.

📊 오답분석
X) It was contingent on client approval. — 본문에는 고객 승인에 대한 언급이 전혀 없습니다.
X) It was postponed indefinitely. — 'slightly delayed'라고 언급했으므로 무기한 연기는 아닙니다.
X) It was successfully met by the team. — 'won't meet our original'이라는 표현으로 보아 성공적으로 맞추지 못했습니다.

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