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語彙 3/4 文法 3/4
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【第1文】背景・テーマの導入（15〜20語）

[主語] introduced / implemented / adopted [政策・制度・取り組みの概要].

【第2文】賛成側・メリット（20〜25語）

Supporters / Proponents argued that [賛成理由・メリット1], and (that) [メリット2].

【第3文】反対側・デメリット（20〜25語）

However, critics / opponents pointed out that [反対理由・デメリット1]. Moreover, [デメリット2].

【第1文】[現象・問題の紹介].
【第2文】This is because [原因1], and [原因2].
【第3文】As a result, / To address this, [結果 or 解決策].

【第1文】In the past, [過去の状況].
【第2文】However, recently [現在の変化].
【第3文】As a result, / In the future, [今後の展望].

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• 修飾語（形容詞・副詞）を削る
• 関係代名詞で2文→1文に圧縮
• 具体例をさらに抽象化
• “the fact that”など冗長表現を削除

語数が少なすぎる場合 ➕

• 接続詞を追加（Moreover, Also）
• 理由・結果の表現を補う
• 圧縮した文を2文に分解
• 第2・3パラグラフの情報を追加

🥇 社会政策・制度 — 最頻出！

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農業・水資源・エネルギー

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AI・新技術・医療

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📖 原文（約200語）

From the 1980s to the early 2000s, many national museums in Britain were charging their visitors entrance fees. The newly elected government, however, was supportive of the arts. It introduced a landmark policy to provide financial aid to museums so that they would drop their entrance fees. As a result, entrance to many national museums, including the Natural History Museum, became free of charge.

Supporters of the policy said that as it would widen access to national museums, it would have significant benefits. People, regardless of their education or income, would have the opportunity to experience the large collections of artworks in museums and learn about the country’s cultural history.

Although surveys indicated that visitors to national museums that became free increased by an average of 70 percent after the policy’s introduction, critics claimed the policy was not completely successful. This increase, they say, mostly consisted of the same people visiting museums many times. Additionally, some independent museums with entrance fees said the policy negatively affected them. Their visitor numbers decreased because people were visiting national museums to avoid paying fees, causing the independent museums to struggle financially.

📖 原文（約200語）

Since the global pandemic, many companies around the world have adopted remote work policies, allowing employees to work from home instead of commuting to an office. This shift was initially seen as a temporary measure, but it has become a permanent feature of many workplaces. Some major technology companies have even closed their office buildings entirely.

Advocates of remote work argue that it offers numerous advantages. Employees save time and money by not commuting, which reduces stress and improves their overall quality of life. Studies have also shown that many workers are more productive at home because they can focus without the distractions of a busy office environment.

However, remote work has its drawbacks. Some managers worry that employees working from home are less collaborative and that team communication suffers. Furthermore, many workers report feelings of isolation and difficulty separating their work life from their personal life, leading to burnout. As a result, some companies are now requiring employees to return to the office at least part of the week.

📖 原文（約200語）

Environmental problems and the dependence on fossil fuels created a need for cleaner, better ways to generate electrical power. In response, many governments invested heavily in renewable energy sources such as solar panels and wind turbines. These investments were part of broader strategies to reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change.

Supporters of renewable energy point to its clear environmental benefits. Unlike fossil fuels, solar and wind power produce almost no greenhouse gas emissions during operation. Additionally, as technology has improved, the cost of producing renewable energy has dropped significantly, making it increasingly competitive with traditional energy sources.

Despite these advantages, the transition to renewable energy faces significant challenges. Solar and wind energy are intermittent — they depend on weather conditions, which means they cannot provide a constant supply of electricity. Storing excess energy in batteries remains expensive, and building the necessary infrastructure requires enormous upfront investment. Critics argue that until these issues are resolved, completely replacing fossil fuels is unrealistic.

📖 原文（約200語）

Every year, approximately one-third of all food produced globally is wasted. This massive waste occurs at every stage of the food supply chain, from farms where crops are left unharvested to supermarkets that discard products before their expiration dates. In many developed countries, consumers themselves throw away a significant amount of food they have purchased.

This food waste has serious environmental consequences. When food ends up in landfills, it decomposes and releases methane, a powerful greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming. Moreover, the water, energy, and land used to produce wasted food represent a tremendous loss of valuable resources that could have been used more efficiently.

To combat this problem, several countries have introduced legislation requiring supermarkets to donate unsold food to charities instead of throwing it away. While these laws have successfully redirected millions of tons of food to those in need, some critics argue that they place an unfair burden on retailers and do not address the root causes of overproduction in the food industry.

📖 原文（約200語）

Social media platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat have become an essential part of daily life for teenagers. According to recent surveys, the average teenager spends over three hours a day on social media, using it to connect with friends, share content, and follow trends. These platforms have fundamentally changed how young people communicate and build relationships.

Researchers have expressed growing concern about the impact of social media on young people’s mental health. Studies have found that heavy social media use is associated with increased rates of anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem among teenagers. Constant exposure to idealized images of others’ lives can make young people feel inadequate and dissatisfied with their own appearance and achievements.

In response to these findings, some governments have proposed regulations to limit teenagers’ access to social media. However, technology companies argue that such restrictions would be difficult to enforce and could violate users’ freedom of expression. Instead, they suggest that education about responsible social media use would be a more effective approach to protecting young people.