TOEIC Part2 応答パターン集
公開中の100問を、レベル別ではなく「どう返すか」のパターン別にまとめました。設問を読んで自分で答えを考えてから、正解と解説を開いてください。
第1章 WH疑問文の基本応答33問
Who / Where / When / Why / What / Which / How。問われた情報をそのまま返す。
Who's giving the presentation tomorrow?
明日のプレゼン、誰が担当?
- AMs. Tanaka from marketing.
- BIn the main hall.
- CIt went really well.
正解と解説を見る
Who's picking up the visitors from the airport on Friday?
金曜日に空港へ来客を迎えに行くのは誰ですか?
- AKevin volunteered to drive them.
- BThe airport shuttle leaves every thirty minutes.
- CNo, the tickets were picked up already.
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Where can I find the updated safety guidelines?
更新版の安全ガイドライン、どこにある?
- AThey're posted on the company intranet.
- BAround three o'clock this afternoon.
- CI found the session very useful.
正解と解説を見る
正解 AThey're posted on the company intranet.
社内イントラネットに掲載されています。
Where→場所で答える。When(時)や find/found の音のワナに注意。
くわしい解説記事へWhy has the delivery been delayed?
なぜ配送が遅れているの?
- AIn the warehouse downstairs.
- BYes, it arrived on time.
- CBecause of the customs inspection.
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How long will the training session last?
研修はどれくらいの長さ?
- AAbout two hours.
- BIn the meeting room.
- CYes, it was helpful.
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Who should I contact about the parking permit?
駐車許可証の件、誰に連絡すればいい?
- AIn the parking garage.
- BMs. Tanaka in Human Resources.
- CI contacted them yesterday.
正解と解説を見る
正解 BMs. Tanaka in Human Resources.
人事部の田中さんです。
「Who should I contact〜?」には人名や部署名で答える。場所や過去の行動はワナ。
くわしい解説記事へHow much does it cost to ship the samples overnight?
サンプルを翌日配送で送るといくら?
- AThey arrived overnight.
- BAbout forty dollars.
- CAt the shipping department.
正解と解説を見る
Where did you put the extra name badges?
予備の名札はどこに置いた?
- AI put them out on Tuesday.
- BHer badge looks brand new.
- CIn the top drawer of the cabinet.
正解と解説を見る
正解 CIn the top drawer of the cabinet.
キャビネットの一番上の引き出しです。
「Where did you put〜?」には In/On など位置で答える。曜日や感想はワナ。
くわしい解説記事へWhich supplier did we use for the office chairs?
オフィスチェアはどの業者を使った?
- AThe one on Fifth Avenue.
- BWe ordered ten of them.
- CThe chairs are very comfortable.
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How soon can you send me the updated invoice?
更新した請求書、いつ頃送ってもらえる?
- ABy tomorrow afternoon.
- BIt was sent to the wrong address.
- CThe update went smoothly.
正解と解説を見る
How about meeting in the small conference room?
小会議室で集まるのはどう?
- ASure, I'll book it now.
- BIt was about thirty people.
- CThe room rate includes breakfast.
正解と解説を見る
What time does the orientation session start?
オリエンテーションは何時から?
- AIn the east training room.
- BIt's a two-hour session.
- CAt nine sharp.
正解と解説を見る
Who else needs a copy of the agenda?
他に誰が議題のコピーいる?
- AThe agenda was sent out yesterday.
- BJust the two new interns.
- CYes, the copier is on this floor.
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How many people are coming to the reception?
レセプションには何人来る?
- AIt was held downtown.
- BThe reception desk is closed.
- CAbout twenty, I think.
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What kind of paper do you need for the flyers?
チラシ用の紙、どんなのがいる?
- ASomething glossy, if possible.
- BAbout five hundred copies.
- CThe flyer was designed in-house.
正解と解説を見る
正解 ASomething glossy, if possible.
できれば光沢のあるものを。
「What kind of〜?」には種類・特徴で答える。Something+形容詞 も自然。
くわしい解説記事へWhere's the nearest post office from here?
ここから一番近い郵便局はどこ?
- AThere's one just past the bank.
- BIt closes at five.
- CI posted it this morning.
正解と解説を見る
正解 AThere's one just past the bank.
銀行のすぐ先に1つあります。
「Where's the nearest〜?」には past / next to / across from など目印で答える。
くわしい解説記事へHow far is the factory from the train station?
工場は駅からどのくらい?
- AIt produces car parts.
- BThe train was running late.
- CAbout ten minutes by taxi.
正解と解説を見る
正解 CAbout ten minutes by taxi.
タクシーで10分ほどです。
「How far〜?」は距離。About ten minutes by taxi. のように時間で答えてもよい。
くわしい解説記事へWhat floor is the accounting department on?
経理部は何階?
- AThey're counting the inventory.
- BThe floor was just cleaned.
- CThe fourth, right next to the elevators.
正解と解説を見る
正解 CThe fourth, right next to the elevators.
4階です。エレベーターのすぐ横です。
「What floor〜?」には序数で答える。The fourth のように floor を省くことも多い。
くわしい解説記事へWhich way is the registration desk?
受付はどっち?
- AYou can register online as well.
- BJust past the escalators on your left.
- CIt opens at nine on weekdays.
正解と解説を見る
正解 BJust past the escalators on your left.
エスカレーターを過ぎて左手です。
「Which way〜?」には目印+左右で答える。past 〜 / on your left が定番。
くわしい解説記事へWhen is the quarterly budget review scheduled?
四半期の予算レビューはいつ?
- ANot until early next month.
- BIn the main conference room.
- CYes, I reviewed it already.
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What's the best way to get to the convention center?
コンベンションセンターへの行き方は?
- AYou could take the subway. It's quick.
- BThe convention was very informative.
- CAbout twenty minutes from here.
正解と解説を見る
正解 AYou could take the subway. It's quick.
地下鉄がいいですよ、速いので。
「What's the best way to〜?」は手段を問う。交通手段や方法で答える。
くわしい解説記事へHow often does the shuttle bus run to the airport?
空港行きのバスはどのくらいの頻度で出てる?
- AEvery fifteen minutes.
- BIt runs on diesel fuel.
- CAt gate number four.
正解と解説を見る
When will the lobby renovation be completed?
ロビーの改装はいつ終わる?
- AThe lobby was renovated last spring.
- BBy the end of next month.
- COn the ground floor.
正解と解説を見る
Why was the product launch pushed back?
製品の発売はなぜ延期された?
- ATo the end of September.
- BThe supplier missed the deadline.
- CIt launched in three countries.
正解と解説を見る
正解 BThe supplier missed the deadline.
納入業者が納期に間に合わなかったんです。
Why の応答は Because 抜きが基本。理由になる事実をそのまま述べる。
くわしい解説記事へWhere should I leave the keys when I finish?
終わったら鍵はどこに置けばいい?
- AI left around six.
- BWith the security desk in the lobby.
- CThe key points are in the summary.
正解と解説を見る
正解 BWith the security desk in the lobby.
ロビーの警備デスクに預けてください。
「Where should I leave〜?」には In/On だけでなく With+人 でも答えられる。
くわしい解説記事へHow's the office relocation coming along?
オフィス移転の進み具合は?
- AI should have an update by Friday.
- BIt came in three boxes.
- CThe new location is much closer.
正解と解説を見る
正解 AI should have an update by Friday.
金曜には状況をお伝えできると思います。
「How's 〜 coming along?」は進捗確認。「いつ分かるか」の返しも正解。
くわしい解説記事へHow do I get access to the shared drive?
共有ドライブ、どうやって入るの?
- AThe drive is about twenty minutes.
- BI saved it there yesterday.
- CThe IT team will set you up — just submit a request.
正解と解説を見る
正解 CThe IT team will set you up — just submit a request.
IT部門が設定してくれます。申請を出すだけです。
「How do I〜?」は手順。誰が対応するか+自分がすべきこと の形が定番。
くわしい解説記事へHow come the shipment hasn't cleared customs yet?
その荷物、なぜまだ通関していない?
- AIt comes in on Friday.
- BBecause of the clearance sale.
- COne of the forms was missing a signature.
正解と解説を見る
正解 COne of the forms was missing a signature.
書類の1枚に署名が抜けていたんです。
「How come〜?」は Why と同義。後ろは平叙文の語順(How come it hasn't〜)。
くわしい解説記事へWhen was the last time the fire alarm was tested?
火災報知器、最後に点検したのはいつ?
- AIt's on the second floor.
- BThe alarm was quite loud.
- CNot since the building changed hands.
正解と解説を見る
正解 CNot since the building changed hands.
建物の所有者が変わってからは一度も。
「When was the last time〜?」には Not since〜 や Last month. のように時期で答える。
くわしい解説記事へWhat if nobody signs up by Friday?
金曜までに誰も申し込まなかったら?
- AWe can always open it to other departments.
- BAbout forty signed up last year.
- CFriday works better for me.
正解と解説を見る
正解 AWe can always open it to other departments.
その時は他部署にも広げればいいですよ。
「What if〜?」は「もし〜だったら」。代案を出して返すのが最も自然。
くわしい解説記事へWhat's wrong with the air conditioning in here?
ここのエアコン、どうしたの?
- AMaintenance is already on its way.
- BIt's wrong to assume that.
- CThe air is much fresher outside.
正解と解説を見る
正解 AMaintenance is already on its way.
保守の人がもう向かっています。
「What's wrong with〜?」は不具合を問う。原因が分からなくても対応状況で答えられる。
くわしい解説記事へWhat would you suggest we do about the delayed shipment?
遅れている出荷、どうしたらいいと思う?
- ALet's hear from the carrier before we call the client.
- BThe shipment weighed more than expected.
- CI suggested the blue folder for the samples.
正解と解説を見る
正解 ALet's hear from the carrier before we call the client.
取引先に連絡する前に、運送会社の話を聞きましょう。
助言を求められたら「まず〜、それから〜」と順序で答える形も正解になる。
くわしい解説記事へWhat's the reason for moving the launch to November?
発売を11月にずらす理由は?
- AIt's reasonable, considering the cost.
- BThe launch party was moved indoors.
- CYou'd have to ask the product team — nobody told us.
正解と解説を見る
正解 CYou'd have to ask the product team — nobody told us.
製品チームに聞いてください。こちらには知らされていません。
理由を問われて「分からない・担当に聞いて」と返すのも正解になる。
くわしい解説記事へ
第2章 Yes/No疑問への応答27問
Yes / No のあとに一言添えるのが自然。
Have you had a chance to review the budget proposal?
予算案にはもう目を通した?
- AThe review is on the second floor.
- BIt was proposed by the finance team.
- CNot yet, but I'll get to it this afternoon.
正解と解説を見る
正解 CNot yet, but I'll get to it this afternoon.
まだですが、今日の午後にやります。
「もう〜した?」には Not yet + 予定を添えると実践的。
くわしい解説記事へHas anyone seen the projector remote?
誰かプロジェクターのリモコン見なかった?
- AYes, the projector works fine.
- BNo one has left yet.
- CI think it's in the top drawer.
正解と解説を見る
正解 CI think it's in the top drawer.
一番上の引き出しにあると思います。
「Has anyone seen〜?」は探し物。Yes/No より場所で答えるのが自然。
くわしい解説記事へAre you free to look over these figures this afternoon?
午後、この数字を見てもらえる?
- ASure, anytime after three.
- BAdmission was free that day.
- CThe figures were rounded up.
正解と解説を見る
正解 ASure, anytime after three.
いいですよ、3時以降ならいつでも。
「Are you free to〜?」は都合の確認。Sure, anytime after 〜 と時間を添える。
くわしい解説記事へWhose jacket is this on the chair?
椅子の上のこのジャケット、誰の?
- AThe chair is by the window.
- BShe's our new receptionist.
- CI think it's Daniel's.
正解と解説を見る
Have you turned in your vacation request yet?
休暇の申請、もう出した?
- AThe vacation starts on the tenth.
- BNot yet — I'll drop it off this afternoon.
- CYes, I returned it to the shelf.
正解と解説を見る
正解 BNot yet — I'll drop it off this afternoon.
まだです。午後に届けます。
「Have you 〜 yet?」は完了確認。Not yet+いつやるか が自然な返し。
くわしい解説記事へCan I take a message for Mr. Larsen?
ラーセンさんへの伝言、お預かりしましょうか?
- AThe message was posted on the board.
- BYes, please ask him to call me back.
- CHe took the early train.
正解と解説を見る
正解 BYes, please ask him to call me back.
はい、折り返しお電話をとお伝えください。
「Can I take a message?」は電話での申し出。用件を伝えるのが自然な返し。
くわしい解説記事へDo you have any large envelopes left?
大きい封筒、まだ残ってる?
- AI left it on your desk.
- BThe envelope was already opened.
- COnly a few — check the cabinet by the copier.
正解と解説を見る
正解 COnly a few — check the cabinet by the copier.
数枚だけです。コピー機の横の棚を見てください。
「Do you have any 〜 left?」は在庫確認。残りの量+置き場所で答えるのが定番。
くわしい解説記事へHave you met Ms. Okada from the Osaka branch?
大阪支店の岡田さんとはもう会った?
- AThe meeting was held in Osaka.
- BI met the deadline last week.
- CNo, but I've heard a lot about her.
正解と解説を見る
正解 CNo, but I've heard a lot about her.
いいえ、でもお噂はかねがね。
「Have you met〜?」は面識の確認。No+一言添えると会話が続く。
くわしい解説記事へLet's take a short break, shall we?
少し休憩にしましょうか。
- AShe broke the news this morning.
- BThe shorter route takes twenty minutes.
- CGood idea — I could use some fresh air.
正解と解説を見る
正解 CGood idea — I could use some fresh air.
いいですね。外の空気を吸いたいです。
「Let's 〜, shall we?」は提案。Good idea+理由 が定番の返し。
くわしい解説記事へHave you sent the invoice to the client yet?
もうクライアントに請求書を送った?
- ATo the accounting team.
- BYes, I emailed it this morning.
- CIt's for last month's order.
正解と解説を見る
Do you know if the caterer has been confirmed?
ケータリング業者は確定した?
- AThe catering was excellent.
- BLet me check with Marcus.
- CYes, I know him quite well.
正解と解説を見る
正解 BLet me check with Marcus.
マーカスに確認してみます。
「Do you know if〜?」は確定の有無を問う。Let me check〜 も立派な正解。
くわしい解説記事へDo you happen to know when the elevator will be back in service?
エレベーター、いつ復旧するか知ってる?
- AIt happens every winter.
- BTake the stairs on the left.
- CMaintenance said sometime Thursday.
正解と解説を見る
正解 CMaintenance said sometime Thursday.
保守の担当は木曜のどこかだと言っていました。
「Do you happen to know〜?」は丁寧な質問。「〜が言っていた」でも正解になる。
くわしい解説記事へShall I pick up the visitors at the airport myself?
来客は僕が空港まで迎えに行こうか?
- AThey picked up the wrong package.
- BThe airport is being renovated.
- CActually, the hotel runs a shuttle from there.
正解と解説を見る
正解 CActually, the hotel runs a shuttle from there.
実は、ホテルがそこからシャトルを出しています。
「Shall I 〜?」は申し出。断るときも「不要な理由」を述べる形が正解になりやすい。
くわしい解説記事へMay I use the parking lot behind the building?
建物の裏の駐車場、使っていい?
- AYou'll need a permit from the front desk first.
- BThe lot was repaved last month.
- CThe parking fee went up in April.
正解と解説を見る
正解 AYou'll need a permit from the front desk first.
まず受付で許可証をもらってください。
「May I 〜?」への返しは Yes/No でなく「条件」を示す形が正解になりやすい。
くわしい解説記事へAre we still on for the team dinner on Thursday?
木曜のチームの食事会、予定どおり?
- AThe dinner was catered by a shop nearby.
- BAs far as I know, nothing has changed.
- CThursday's flight leaves at seven.
正解と解説を見る
正解 BAs far as I know, nothing has changed.
私の知る限り、変更はありません。
「Are we still on for〜?」は予定の確認。As far as I know 〜 で限定して答えるのが自然。
くわしい解説記事へDo I need to sign in at the security desk every time?
毎回、警備の受付で記帳しないといけない?
- AOnly if you don't have a visitor badge.
- BThe signs are in both languages.
- CI needed a new badge last month.
正解と解説を見る
正解 AOnly if you don't have a visitor badge.
来客証をお持ちでない場合だけです。
「Do I need to〜?」には Only if 〜 のように条件で答える形が正解になりやすい。
くわしい解説記事へWill the brochures be ready by Wednesday?
パンフレット、水曜までにできる?
- AThe printer promised Tuesday afternoon.
- BThey're ready to start whenever you are.
- CWednesday's session was moved up.
正解と解説を見る
Would it be easier to hold the review online this month?
今月の振り返り、オンラインのほうが楽じゃない?
- AIt was easier than I expected.
- BThe review copies arrived yesterday.
- CHalf the team is travelling, so probably yes.
正解と解説を見る
正解 CHalf the team is travelling, so probably yes.
半分が出張中なので、そのほうがよさそうです。
代案の打診には、理由を添えて賛同・保留する返しが自然。
くわしい解説記事へHave you ever worked with this supplier before?
この仕入先と仕事したことある?
- AThe supply was cut off last winter.
- BOnly through email, never in person.
- CI work from home on Fridays.
正解と解説を見る
正解 BOnly through email, never in person.
メールでだけです。直接会ったことはありません。
「Have you ever〜?」には「どの範囲まで経験があるか」を限定して答えると自然。
くわしい解説記事へDo you know where the orientation is being held?
オリエンテーション、どこでやるか分かる?
- AAt nine tomorrow morning.
- BYes, I know him well.
- CIn Room 305, I believe.
正解と解説を見る
Is there any chance we could push the deadline back a week?
締め切り、1週間延ばせない?
- AI haven't had a chance to review it.
- BThe deadline was posted on the board.
- CThat depends on what the client says.
正解と解説を見る
正解 CThat depends on what the client says.
クライアントの返事次第ですね。
「Is there any chance〜?」は丁寧な打診。That depends〜 も正解になる。
くわしい解説記事へDo you think the vendor will lower its price?
業者、値下げしてくれると思う?
- AI wouldn't count on it.
- BThe lower shelf is full.
- CThe price tag is on the back.
正解と解説を見る
正解 AI wouldn't count on it.
あまり期待しないほうがいいですね。
「Do you think〜will〜?」は予測。I doubt it / I wouldn't count on it も答えになる。
くわしい解説記事へHas the revised contract been signed by both parties?
修正後の契約書、両者の署名は済んだ?
- AThe signs were put up this morning.
- BBoth rooms are available after three.
- CLegal is still going through the final clause.
正解と解説を見る
正解 CLegal is still going through the final clause.
法務がまだ最後の条項を確認しています。
受動態の完了確認には「担当部署+進行状況」で答える形が正解になりやすい。
くわしい解説記事へAre we supposed to bring our own laptops to the training?
研修、パソコンは自分で持っていくことになってる?
- AI suppose the training went well.
- BThe invitation said everything would be provided.
- CMy laptop needs a new battery.
正解と解説を見る
正解 BThe invitation said everything would be provided.
案内には全部用意されると書いてありました。
「Are we supposed to〜?」には案内や規定を根拠に答える形が正解になりやすい。
くわしい解説記事へYou mean the workshop starts at eight, not nine?
研修は9時じゃなくて8時開始ってこと?
- AI didn't mean to interrupt.
- BThat's what the updated schedule says.
- CThe workshop was held upstairs.
正解と解説を見る
正解 BThat's what the updated schedule says.
更新された予定表にはそう書いてあります。
聞き返しには「根拠を示して」答えると確実。mean は「意味する/つもり」で多義。
くわしい解説記事へDid anyone stop by while I was at the warehouse?
倉庫に行ってる間、誰か来た?
- ANo one has stopped the machine yet.
- BThere's a parcel on your chair from the lab.
- CThe warehouse closes at six.
正解と解説を見る
正解 BThere's a parcel on your chair from the lab.
研究所からの荷物が椅子に置いてあります。
不在中の来訪を問われ「残された物」で答えるのも立派な応答。
くわしい解説記事へSince when do we need approval for office supplies?
備品って、いつから承認がいるようになったの?
- AThe approval was signed by the director.
- BEver since the budget review, I'm afraid.
- CWe ordered supplies in bulk last year.
正解と解説を見る
正解 BEver since the budget review, I'm afraid.
残念ながら、予算の見直し以降ずっとです。
「Since when〜?」は驚きや不満を含む問い。時期+I'm afraid で受け止めるのが大人の返し。
くわしい解説記事へ
第3章 依頼・提案・選択の応答13問
Could you 〜? / Why don't we 〜? / A or B?。快諾・賛同・選択で返す。
Could you help me set up the projector for the meeting?
会議のプロジェクター設定、手伝ってくれる?
- AIt was a great presentation.
- BSure, I'll be right there.
- CIn the conference room.
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Would you like to meet in the morning or the afternoon?
午前と午後、会うのはどっちがいい?
- AThe afternoon works better for me.
- BYes, that sounds great.
- CIn the main conference room.
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Why don't we hire a caterer for the staff luncheon?
ランチ会にケータリングを頼むのはどう?
- AThat's a great idea, I'll get some quotes.
- BIt was catered by a local restaurant.
- CIn the third-floor break room.
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正解 AThat's a great idea, I'll get some quotes.
それはいい考えですね、見積もりを取ります。
「Why don't we〜?」は提案。賛同+次の一手で応じる。
くわしい解説記事へWould you mind covering the front desk during lunch?
昼の間、受付を代わってもらえる?
- AThe desk is right by the entrance.
- BNot at all, I'm free then.
- CI had lunch at noon.
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正解 BNot at all, I'm free then.
ええ、いいですよ。その時間は空いています。
「Would you mind〜?」の承諾は No 系(Not at all)。Yes だと断りに聞こえるので注意。
くわしい解説記事へShould I email the sales report or bring a printed copy?
報告書はメール? それとも印刷して持参?
- AYes, that would be great.
- BThe report was very detailed.
- CEmail is fine, thanks.
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Could you let me know when the shipment arrives?
荷物が届いたら知らせてもらえる?
- ASure, I'll send you a message.
- BIt arrived on Monday morning.
- CAt the loading dock.
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正解 ASure, I'll send you a message.
もちろん、メッセージを送りますね。
「Could you let me know〜?」は依頼。Sure+連絡方法を添えると実践的。
くわしい解説記事へDo you mind if I move this meeting to Thursday?
この会議、木曜に移してもいい?
- AI moved it to the third floor.
- BNot at all, Thursday works for me.
- CYes, the minutes are ready.
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正解 BNot at all, Thursday works for me.
構いませんよ、木曜で大丈夫です。
「Do you mind if I〜?」の承諾は Not at all / Go ahead。Yes だと断りになる。
くわしい解説記事へWould you be able to lead the workshop next Wednesday?
来週水曜のワークショップ、進行できる?
- AI'd have to move my client call.
- BThe workshop was very well attended.
- CYes, she's the team leader now.
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正解 AI'd have to move my client call.
クライアントとの電話をずらす必要がありますね。
「Would you be able to〜?」は丁寧な依頼。条件付きの返事も正解になる。
くわしい解説記事へWould you like me to forward the meeting notes to the new hires?
議事録、新入社員に転送しようか?
- AThanks, but Diane already sent them.
- BThe meeting ran a bit long.
- CThey were hired in April.
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正解 AThanks, but Diane already sent them.
ありがとう、でもダイアンがもう送ってくれました。
「Would you like me to〜?」は申し出。断るときも Thanks, but〜 で礼を先に。
くわしい解説記事へCould you tell me which room the interview is in?
面接がどの部屋か教えてもらえる?
- AI told her this morning.
- BThey moved it to the annex.
- CThere's room for one more.
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Would you be interested in leading the orientation session?
新人研修の進行役、やってみる気はある?
- AI'd need to see how much preparation it takes.
- BThe interest rate hasn't changed.
- CShe led the tour last spring.
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正解 AI'd need to see how much preparation it takes.
準備にどれくらいかかるか見てからですね。
打診には即答せず「判断材料を求める」返しも正解になる。
くわしい解説記事へWhy don't you join us for the site visit on Friday?
金曜の現場視察、一緒にどう?
- ABecause the site was closed.
- BI'd love to, but I'm covering the front desk.
- CIt's about a thirty-minute drive.
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正解 BI'd love to, but I'm covering the front desk.
ぜひ行きたいのですが、受付を担当しているんです。
「Why don't you〜?」は理由ではなく勧誘。Because で答えたら不正解。
くわしい解説記事へWould you rather present first or go after the break?
先に発表する? それとも休憩の後?
- AYes, I'd rather not.
- BThe presentation was well received.
- CWhichever works better for the team.
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正解 CWhichever works better for the team.
チームの都合がいいほうで構いません。
「A or B?」はどちらか選ぶか、Whichever〜/Either is fine で「任せる」と返す。
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第4章 間接応答・変化球6問
Yes/No で答えない返し。「まだ見ていない」「担当は別の人」など。
Who's in charge of scheduling the maintenance work?
保守作業の日程調整は誰の担当?
- AThat would be Ms. Alvarez.
- BThere's an extra charge for weekends.
- CIt's scheduled for next Tuesday.
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正解 AThat would be Ms. Alvarez.
アルバレスさんですね。
「Who's in charge of〜?」は担当者を問う。That would be+人名 が自然な返し。
くわしい解説記事へIs Ms. Duval available sometime this afternoon?
デュヴァルさん、今日の午後は空いている?
- AThe available seats are in the back.
- BShe joined the company last April.
- CShe's visiting a client until four.
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Could I borrow your stapler for a moment?
ちょっとホチキス借りていい?
- AMine's out of staples — try the supply room.
- BShe borrowed the van last Friday.
- CFor a moment, I thought it was canceled.
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正解 AMine's out of staples — try the supply room.
私のは芯が切れています。備品室を見てみてください。
借用の依頼には「貸せない事情+代わりの手立て」で返す形が正解になりやすい。
くわしい解説記事へWhat did you think of the revised floor plan?
改訂版のフロアプラン、どう思った?
- AI think it's on the second floor.
- BThe revision took about two weeks.
- CI've only seen the first draft.
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正解 CI've only seen the first draft.
私は初稿しか見ていません。
「What did you think of〜?」は感想を問う。「まだ見ていない」という返しも正解になる。
くわしい解説記事へAny luck reaching the supplier about the delayed parts?
遅れている部品の件、仕入先に連絡ついた?
- AI've left two messages, but nothing so far.
- BYes, the parts were delayed again.
- CThey're lucky to have such a supplier.
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正解 AI've left two messages, but nothing so far.
2回伝言を残しましたが、今のところ音沙汰なしです。
「Any luck〜?」=「首尾はどう?」。Did you〜? が省略された形で、上級の頻出表現。
くわしい解説記事へCare to join us for the vendor briefing?
業者説明会、一緒に出ない?
- AThe vendors are in the lobby.
- BI'm still catching up on last week's notes.
- CYes, I'd care for some coffee.
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正解 BI'm still catching up on last week's notes.
まだ先週の記録に追いついていなくて。
「Care to 〜?」は Would you care to の省略で誘い。状況説明だけで断る形が頻出。
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第5章 平叙文・否定疑問文への応答21問
平叙文には対処や賛否で。否定疑問・付加疑問は Yes/No のねじれに注意。
Don't forget to turn in your time sheet by Friday.
金曜までにタイムシートを出すの忘れないで。
- AThanks for the reminder — I'll do it tonight.
- BI forgot my badge at home.
- CThe sheets are in the supply closet.
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正解 AThanks for the reminder — I'll do it tonight.
教えてくれてありがとう。今夜やります。
「Don't forget to 〜」は念押し。Thanks for the reminder+行動 が定番の返し。
くわしい解説記事へWatch out for the delivery trucks in the side lane.
脇の通路、配送トラックに気をつけて。
- AMy watch is running slow.
- BThe truck was loaded this morning.
- CThanks — I'll use the main gate instead.
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正解 CThanks — I'll use the main gate instead.
ありがとう。正門のほうを使います。
注意喚起には Thanks+どうするかで返す。watch は「気をつける」と「時計」で多義。
くわしい解説記事へCongratulations on finishing the certification!
資格取得おめでとう!
- AThank you — it took longer than I expected.
- BThe certificate is on the wall.
- CI finished the report last night.
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正解 AThank you — it took longer than I expected.
ありがとうございます。思ったより時間がかかりました。
祝福には Thank you+一言 で返す。同語源の言い換えワナに注意。
くわしい解説記事へYou've already reviewed the contract, haven't you?
もう契約書、確認したよね?
- AIt's on the top shelf.
- BYes, I finished it yesterday.
- CThe lawyer is very experienced.
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You're joining the training session, aren't you?
研修に参加するよね?
- AThe trainer was very helpful.
- BIn the main conference room.
- CActually, I attended it last week.
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Please make sure the samples go out before noon.
サンプル、正午までに必ず発送して。
- AThe samples arrived on Tuesday.
- BI'll take them to the mail room now.
- CSure, the noon session was canceled.
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正解 BI'll take them to the mail room now.
今すぐ郵便室に持っていきます。
「Please make sure 〜」は指示。I'll+行動 で受けるのが最も自然。
くわしい解説記事へIt's been a really hectic week for the whole team.
今週はチーム全体、本当に慌ただしかったね。
- AThe team meets on Wednesdays.
- BTell me about it. Let's grab lunch on Friday.
- CYes, I've been there for two weeks.
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正解 BTell me about it. Let's grab lunch on Friday.
本当にね。金曜にお昼でも行きましょう。
「Tell me about it.」は「まったくだね」。平叙文には共感で返す形が頻出。
くわしい解説記事へShouldn't we confirm the seating arrangement first?
まず座席配置を確認すべきでは?
- AGood point — I'll email the venue.
- BThe seats were quite comfortable.
- CIt's the first door on the left.
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正解 AGood point — I'll email the venue.
確かに。会場にメールしておきます。
「Shouldn't we〜?」は「〜した方がいいのでは」。Good point+行動 が定番。
くわしい解説記事へYour presentation to the board was really impressive.
役員会でのプレゼン、本当にすごかったよ。
- AThe board meets every quarter.
- BThanks — the team did most of the work.
- CI was impressed by the view.
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正解 BThanks — the team did most of the work.
ありがとう。ほとんどはチームのおかげです。
平叙文の褒め言葉には Thanks+ひと言。謙遜や周りへの感謝で返すのが定番。
くわしい解説記事へThanks for covering my shift on Saturday.
土曜のシフト、代わってくれてありがとう。
- AThe cover needs to be replaced.
- BAnytime — you'd do the same for me.
- CThe store opens late on Saturdays.
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正解 BAnytime — you'd do the same for me.
いつでもどうぞ。お互いさまですよ。
お礼の平叙文には Anytime / No problem / My pleasure で返すのが定番。
くわしい解説記事へI can stay late to finish the name tags if you like.
よければ、残って名札を仕上げておくよ。
- AThe tags were printed in black and white.
- BIt's too late to change the agenda.
- CThat would be a big help, if you don't mind.
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正解 CThat would be a big help, if you don't mind.
そうしてもらえると助かります、よければ。
申し出の平叙文には「助かります」か丁寧な辞退で返す。if you don't mind を添えると自然。
くわしい解説記事へI'd like to change my seat to one by the window.
窓側の席に変えたいのですが。
- ALet me see what's open on that side.
- BI liked the view from there.
- CThe windows were cleaned last week.
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正解 ALet me see what's open on that side.
そちら側の空きを確認します。
要望には Let me see 〜 と受けて動く返しが自然。即答の可否でなくてよい。
くわしい解説記事へI think we should reschedule tomorrow's client meeting.
明日のクライアント会議、リスケした方がいいと思う。
- AYes, I met them last week.
- BThe meeting room is on the fifth floor.
- CGood idea, I'll email them now.
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Didn't we already order the office supplies?
備品はもう注文しましたよね?
- AYes, they should arrive tomorrow.
- BThe order form is on your desk.
- CIt's a well-organized office.
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正解 AYes, they should arrive tomorrow.
ええ、明日には届くはずです。
否定疑問は内容が肯定なら Yes、否定なら No。日本語の「はい/いいえ」と逆になりやすい点に注意。
くわしい解説記事へThe printer on the second floor is out of paper again.
2階のプリンター、また紙が切れてる。
- AI printed twenty copies.
- BIt's on the second floor.
- CI'll refill it right away.
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Weren't you supposed to sit in on the vendor negotiation?
業者との交渉に同席するはずでは?
- AThe vendor sat in the front row.
- BThey pushed it to next quarter.
- CI negotiated a better rate.
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正解 BThey pushed it to next quarter.
来四半期に延期になったんです。
sit in on〜は「〜に同席する」。上級では Yes/No でなく事情説明で返す形が頻出。
くわしい解説記事へI can't seem to find the file you mentioned.
言っていたファイルが見つからないんだけど。
- AYes, I mentioned it briefly.
- BThe filing cabinet is by the window.
- CI'll resend it in a moment.
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The travel policy changed at the start of the quarter.
出張規程、今期の頭から変わったよ。
- AThey traveled by rail last time.
- BI'd better re-check my expense claim.
- CThe policy covers overseas trips too.
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正解 BI'd better re-check my expense claim.
では経費精算を確認し直した方がいいですね。
平叙文の報告には「じゃあ自分はこうする」で返す。I'd better〜 は「〜した方がいい」。
くわしい解説記事へDidn't you say the auditors were coming next week?
監査の人、来週来るって言ってなかった?
- AYes, I said it clearly.
- BIt got moved to the twentieth.
- CThe audit went smoothly.
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I wonder if we have enough business cards for the trade fair.
展示会用の名刺、足りるかな。
- AI'll count what's in the cabinet before I leave.
- BThe card reader isn't working.
- CBusiness has been slow this quarter.
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正解 AI'll count what's in the cabinet before I leave.
帰る前に棚の分を数えておきます。
「I wonder if 〜」は遠回しの懸念・依頼。確認や対応を申し出る返しが正解。
くわしい解説記事へI'm sorry the figures weren't ready before the meeting.
会議前に数字を用意できずすみません。
- ASorry, the figure is on the next page.
- BNo harm done — we had plenty to discuss anyway.
- CThe meeting ran over by an hour.
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正解 BNo harm done — we had plenty to discuss anyway.
問題ありませんよ。ほかに話すことも多かったので。
謝罪には No harm done. / Don't worry about it. などで受け流す返しが正解。
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