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No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means ~ electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of the copyright owners.Introduction Of all the English language proficiency tests administered worldwide, TOEIC is the mest popular. Those who get a high score can enjoy a wide range of opportunities for a better future, whether they plan to further their studies or seek jobs in prestigious companies and organizations However, it takes thorough preparation to achieve a high score on the TOEIC, part of which is to be well familiar with the test itself, This is how this book can help you. As all the actual tests are closely in line with the real test in terms of ‘est content, format and level of difficulty, they can serve as a reliable source for your practice towards your target score. TOEIC has undergone several changes since it was first introduced regarding the number of test items allocated to each part, text lengths and question types. The most recent changes are all reflected in this book with an aim to familiarize you with the new test, effective in Viet Nam as of February 2019. It is our hope that you will find A SELF-TAUGHT COURSE TO ACHIEVE NEW TOEIC 700 useful and most effective in helping yourself conquer the new TOEIC test. Michael A. Putlackble of Contents About This Book About the TOEIC Introduction of Test Components Actual Tests Actual Test 01 Actual Test 02 Actual Test 03 Actual Test 04 ., pS ps6 p7 p75 p.l23 pl”This Book The book consists of two sections: (1) Introduction of Test Components and (2) Actual Tests. It is accompanied by a separate booklet which contains the answer key and scripts for all of the actual tests. Introduction of Test Components General introduction For each part of the test, there is a brief overview of the format, text types and question types. New question types/ changes over the old types are highlighted for your easy reference. Sample material and explanatory answers Selected typical questions are provided to help you establish a quick understanding of each part. Various practical tips are also introduced where necessary. = Actual Tests Four actual tests are provided for your intensive practice and familiarization of the test. Answer Key and Scripts The answer key and scripts for the actual tests are compiled in the booklet to help you check your answers and monitor your progress.About the TOEIC ABOUT THE TOEIC TOEIC, Test of English for International Communication, is a test to measure English-language proficiency of non-native English speakers in the global workplace and social life. Every year, there are more than 4 million people taking the test worldwide whose results are processed for a variety of purposes such as employment, promotion, and overseas dispatch training or working, TEST FORMAT (AS OF 02/2019 IN VIETNAM) Beco ae DTTC eat ns eT BG bea 1 | Photographs Listening 2 Question-Response 25 nea EOu is 45 mins 495 Comprehension 3 Conversations 39 4 Talks 30 5 | Incomplete Sentences 30 6 | Text Completion [46 Reading Single Passages 29 75 mins 495 Reading Double Passages. 10 | Comprehension Triple Passages 15 TOTAL i A 200 120 mins | 990 TOPIC AREAS As TOEIC aims at measuring your ability to use English in the global workplace and social life, the test naturally covers content related to these topic areas. Although most of the items are related to work and business, specific professional knowledge is not required, nor is that of any specific culture or country. Topics may include: General Business contracts, discussion, marketing, sales, plans and conferences one meetings, correspondence, notices, telephone conversations, fax and e-mail messages, office equipment and furniture job applications and employment, promotion, leaving, payment and Personnel job ape Finance and Budgeting investment, tax, accounting, and banking activities Manufacturing product manufacture, operation and quality control Corporate Development _survey, test and develop new products Purchasing purchase, order, shipping and payment Dining Out lunch, dinner, company parties and receptions | Health hospitals, medical examinations and health insurance ar oe transport facilities, accommodation, instructions at coach stations and airports, booking and booking cancelation Entertainment movies, theatres, musical performances, arts and exhibitions Housing/Corporate Property construction, buying, selling and renting property, and utility servicesIntroduction of Test Components »PART Photographs General introduction For each of the 6 questions in Part 1, you will hear four statements about ae a photo in your test book. When you hear the statements, you must select the questions in art 1 has ‘one statement that best describes what you see in the photo. been reduced to6. | Types of photos The photos in Part 1 can roughly be divided into 2 categories: people and objects. Photos of people include those of one person, 2-3 and many people whose descriptions mostly relate to what the person(s) is/are doing. Photos of objects may include those taken indoors and outdoors; in many cases the descriptions are about characteristics of the objects being the main focus of the photos. As a break from the traditional categorization, there have been questions based ‘on photos that contain both people and objects in recent tests. Besides, care should be taken when looking at the photos whose description is about the main people or object but the focus of question is on those in the background. Example an You will hear: (A) The man is mopping the floor. (8) The man is changing into hie work clothes. (C) The man is putting garbage into the trash can. (0) The man is sweeping trash into the dustpan, Vocabulary ‘mop (n): rag or sponge attached to the end of a stick for cleaning the floor + to mop (v): to clean with a mop + work clothes (n}: clothing worn for doing manual labor + garbage (n): rubbish, trash, junk, waste + trash can (n): garbage can, waste container + to sweep (v: to clean or clear away with a broom + dustpan (n): a pan with a handle used to collect dust and dirt that has been swept from the floorclose attention to the appearance af the person in Explanatory answer The man is not mopping, so (A) is not correct. He is not in the process of changing clothes, either, so (B) is also incorrect. However, if the choice is rephrased as “The man has changed into his work clothes”, this may be worth considering. There is no trash can in sight, so (C) cannot be the correct answer. (D) is correct as it describes the actual action of the man. Example Pov-02 You will hear: (A) The curtains in the room have been closed. (B) Clothes are being put onto the floor. (C) The bed is facing the television. (D) The sheets on the bed have just been washed. Vocabulary curtain (n}: length of fabric (hung at a window, on the stage of a theater, etc.) + to face (v} to stand opposite; to tum toward + sheet (n}: a bed covering Quickly Look at all the objects in the photo and note their states and locations before you listen to he recording, in this case, the bed, the pllows, the TY set, the carpet or the curtains can be the elyeetoe aot Explanatory answer ‘As the dark curtains are both on the sides, (A) is incorrect. “Being put onto the floor” describes an action, not a state, so (B) is also incorrect. There is no proof to support (0), so (C) is the correct answer as it describes the relative position of the bed and the TV sot.WA Question—Response General introduction There are 25 questions in Part 2. For each of the questions, you wilt; CHAE hear a questior or statement and three responses spoken in English. a rolls ee ea as been reduced from You are to choose the best response to the question or statement you 25, There is no example question have heard in the instruction of Part 2. Types of questions/statements Questions may be categorized into yes/no, WH-, tag, negative or preference types whereas statements can be grouped according to their functions of speech such as suggesting, recommending, and advising. Pay attention to unusual types of correct responses which do not give direct answers to the questions being asked. This requires you to listen to the whole set of questions and responses before making your choice. For statements, as there are no explicit question words, you have to accurately identify the purpose of the speakers in order to choose the best response to each of them. Example 1 Mark your answer on your answer sheet. ove You will hear: 1 Why did the telephone suddenly get disconnected? (A) Sorry, but we have a bad connection. (B) Let me give you a call then, (C) The storm probably did it. Vocabulary to disconnect (v): to cut off or to terminate a connection + to have a bad connection: to not be able to hear the other person well on the phone + storm (n): a violent weather condition Explanatory answer (©) is the most natural response to the question on why the telephone is disconnected, Both (A) and (B) may be used to indicate that it is unclear as to what the other speaker is saying, and therefore are irrelevant to the question being asked. 2 Mark your answer on your answer sheet. F00-04You will hear: 2. | think we should consider Mr. Tanner’s proposal. (A) You're being considered for it. (8) What makes you say that? (C) No, | didn’t propose that. Vocabulary to consider (vj: to think carefully about something, especially before making a decision + proposal (n): suggestion, offer, plan + to propose (v): to suggest, to recommend, to offer Meer se ese mutenaacts MMM sis a ee Cone RSI MUP es une teenie ecu oMen nicl Pepin auc SEMI ea) Explanatory answer (8) is the correct choice as it reasonably follows up the speaker's suggestion about Mr. ‘Tanner's proposal. (A) is just a distractor using the word “consider” and (C) is another distractor using the verb form of “proposal”. Both “consider” and “proposal” are spoken by the (first) speaker. "ew Conversations General introduction am The number of questions in Part 3 has You will hear 13 conversations of various lengths and peehiitetosedta a4 OMe The structures between two or three people, each of which is conversations come in a variety of followed by three questions in the test book. The last two lengths and there are conversations a : with 3 speakers. There are also conversations may include graphics. You are to select the alesis erie ureyon ase best response to each question based on what you have information from graphics heard from the conversations, Types of conversations Topic-wise, conversations that are related to business and take place in the office setting have the highest frequency of occurrence. Topies related to everyday life with the settings of public places or family are also common in Part 3 conversations. It is worth noticing that spoken English, characterized by Informal expressions and chunks of words instead of complete sentences, may be used. Lengthwise, there are conversations with 3-4 speaking turns and longer ones with 7-12 speaking turns. MEAG For a conversation with many speaking turns, each turn is relatively Comma short and consequently the total length of the Questions that test the speaker's implied meaning conversation is not much extended. It is more + What does the man imply when he says, “I don't think so"? practical to grasp the main idea than to focus + Why does the woman say, "Go ahead"? on individual speaking turns in such a Questions that test the connection of what is heard in @ conversation. conversation with what is seen in a graphic * Look atthe graphic. What isthe reason thatthe sales figure increased? + Look at the graphic. Who wil be replaced with Dr, Smith? Types of questions There are questions that require an overall understanding of a conversation such as questions about the main idea, the venue of the conversation or the speakers’ backgrounds. On the contrary, questions that test detail comprehension will focus on specific information mentioned by the speakers at various points in the conversations. 12700-05, Example Pre | 4 What are the speakers mainly discussing? (A) The results of a survey (8) A company they worked with (©) Some comments that customers made (©) The coming price increase 2 What does the man say about the company’s prices? (4) They have gone up recently © They are too high. (©) They are lower than at other places. (O) They ought to remain the same. 3° What will the woman probably do next? () Read the survey results again (6) Meet with some customers (©) Find out about some comments (0) Make a few purchases You will hear: Questions 1-3 refer to the following conversation. M Karen, have you seen the results of the customer satisfaction survey from March? The numbers look pretty positive, don’t they? W Yes, but I'm a bit alarmed by how many people thought our prices are too high. That was rather shocking. M Yeah, | wonder why they feel that way. | was under the impression that we have some of ‘the lowest prices in the industry. W That’s exactly why I’m concerned. I'm going to contact the company that conducted the survey ard find out if any customers left comments about our prices. That might make things clearer. Vocabulary ‘customer satisfaction survey: an examination of customers’ opinions to measure their satisfaction of certain products/services + positive (adj): favorable, hopeful and confident + alarmed (ad)} frightened, worried + shocking (adj): extremely bad or unpleasant - under the impression that: (having) a strong feeling that + to conduct (v}: to carry out, to manage + comment (n): remark, response 1314 Explanatory answers ib This is a question about the main idea of the conversation. The speakers are discussing the points that they do not understand from the company’s customer satisfaction survey; therefore the correct answer is (A). At the end of the conversation, the ‘woman says “I'm going to contact the ‘company that conducted the survey and find out if any customers left comments about our prices”; therefore she will probably do (C). says, “What a relief"? (A) She is pleased that some customers are leaving soon, (8) She would like to go home for the day. (©) She is happy that she has not been very busy. (0) She is glad that her work shift is about ‘to end. 2. From what the man says, “I was under Tau eens Ma ae! the impression that we have some of the speaker will do next focus on the last lowest prices in the industry”, we can Aan ee infer what he thinks about the company’s prices. The correct answer is (C). 00-06 4 Where most likely are the speakers? What is going to happen at 8:30? (A) At a supermarket (A) The manager will meet with the (8) Ata restaurant speakers, (©) Ata bakery (©) The speakers will finish working. (D) At a department store (C) A small room is going to be cleaned. (0) A large group is going to arrive. 5 What does the woman mean when sheYou will hear: Questions 4-6 refer to the following conversation with three speakers. Man A It looks like the last customer just left. Man B Not yet. There’s still a small group of people sitting at a table in the back corner. They should be departing in about ten minutes though. Woman What a relief. We haven't had a break since 11:00 in the morning. Man B | know, but we've got to get ready for the evening crowd soon. Woman Do we have any big groups coming tonight? Man A Yes, there’s a party of 15 booked for 8:30. We're putting them in the small room beside the kitchen. Woman Will they be ordering from the menu? Man B_ Mr. Harrison told me they've already placed their orders, so we won't have to worry about that. Woman Sounds good. Looks like we're in for another busy night. Vocabulary to depart (v}: to leave, to go away + relief (n): easement + to have a break: to have a short period of ret + crowd (n) a large group of people = party (n): a social gathering especially for pleasure or amusement + in for: unable to avoid, certain to get Explanatory answers 4, From words such as “a party of 15 booked for 8:30", “the small room beside the kitchen” and “ordering from the menu’, it can be inferred that the speakers are at a restaurant. (B) is the correct answer. 5. The woman says “What a relief” in response to “They should be departing in about ten utes trough” to express easement. What she is looking forward to is some rest, not the end cf the work shift. Therefore, (A) is the correct answer, not (B) or (D). (C) is an explicitly incorrect answer. 6. The time 8:30 is explicitly mentioned in “Yes, there's a party of 15 booked for 8:30”, The correct answer is (0). 15PART 4 MENG General introduction In Part 4, you will hear 10 short talks given by single speakers. Each short talk is followed by three questions printed in the test book. For each of the questions, you have to choose the best response from the four options, based on the content of the talks you have heard. In the last two talks there are graphics which contain information related to what the speakers say. Types of talks ‘Questions that test the speaker's implied meaning The talks are of a wide range of topics belonging _* What does the speaker mean when she says, “We to different types such as instructions, telephone AP ill chal akan tbe aut Pee eae ee ae eee Questions that test the connection of what is heard broadcasts and advertisements. in a talk with what is seen in a graphic + Look at the graphic. How much money will be paid? + Look at the graphic. Which item was the best seller? Types of questions Similar to Part 3, Part 4 has questions that require an overall understanding of a talk such as questions about the main idea, the venue of the talk, or the speaker’ background, For questions that test detail comprehension, you are asked to identify specific information mentioned bby the speaker, the reason why something happened, what the speaker will do next, etc, Qo0-07 Example [1 Were most likely is the speaker? 3. Why does the speaker say, “But (A) At a check-in counter according to the arrival board, (8) At the arrival area his plane has been delayed”? (C) At immigration (A) To request that the listener (0) At the baggage claim area hurry to the airport (8) To state that he will be late 2 According to the speaker, what will for his meeting happen at 3:00? (C) To complain about his late (A) Mr. Spitz's plane will arrive. departure (8) Mr. Winston will attend a meeting. (0) To indicate that his plans (C) Mr. Spitz will check in at his hotel. have changed (0) Mr. Winston will negotiate with a client. Questions 1-3 refer to the following telephone message. M Hello, Mr. Winston. This is Derrick Sanderson calling from the airport. I'm waiting for Mr. Spitz to arrive so that | can drive him to the office. But according to the arrival board, his plane has been delayed. It was originally scheduled to arrive at 11:45; however, going to land until 12:20. | know you have an appointment at 3:00, so I'll try to take Mr. Spitz to the office before then. Let me give you a call after he comes out of the baggage claim area. By then, I'll be able to estimate when we'll arrive. 16Vocabulary so that: in order that (to express purposes) + arrival board (n): a screen displaying status of arriving flights. + originally (adv): at first, in the first place + to land (v}: (planes) to arrive on the ground + to take A to B: to bring ‘Ato B ~ baggage daim area (n): the area where passengers collect their suitcases and luggage after an airline flight + to estimate (v}: tc make a judgement or calculation of a quantity or value Explanatory answers 1. It is clear from the speaker's message that he is calling from the airport and is waiting for Mr. Spitz. From the four choices, it is most likely that he is waiting at the arrival area. Therefore (B) is the correct answer. The phrase “the arrival board” helps further confirm that the correct answer is (8). 2. The speaker mentions that Mr. Winston has an appointment at 3:00 and he will try to take Mr. Spitz to the office before that time. The only possible correct answer in this case is (B). Wit chonenm mentioned in one of the questions, you BLOM RG eos Ian ae that contains that 1 GME oy Cenc een acon nin on inne Ee iseteniinroey nero eninc skimming the questions prior to listening, 3. From the speaker's message, we learn ‘that he calls Mr. Winston to inform the latter about a change in his plan due to the flight delay, so (D) is the correct answer. 900-08 4 Who is Hiroki Ito? (A) An astronomer 8) An economist (©) A movie director (0) An artist Speaker | Topic Hanna Richards | Movie Making Greg Dean Watching the Night Sky Edna Birch How to Write Fiction Joseph Watcter | The Art of Oil Painting 5 Look at the graphic. Which person won an award? (A) Greg Dean (8) Joseph Watcher (©) Hanna Richards (0) Edna Birch 6 What does the speaker say about tickets? (A) They can be bought online. (8) They are available only on the day of the event. (©) They are being given away for free. (0) They can be used for all events in May. 7You will hear: Questions 4-6 refer to the following announcement and schedule. M Welcome to the first special lecture in the month of May. Before we start today’s event with noted economist Hiroki Ito, let me tell you a bit about this month’s other lectures. There are four more scheduled for May. We've got an artist, a movie director, an award- winning writer, and an astronomer set to give talks on their professions. | think you'll enjoy listening to what each has to say. Tickets, as always, are complimentary and may be picked up at the front desk. Now, with no further ado, please welcome Mr. Hiroki Ito, the author of the bestselling economics book Economics Made Simple. Vocabulary lecture (n) discourse given before an audience + noted (adj): well-known, famous, important » economist (n): | a specialist in economics, an expert in the study of the management of goods and services + movie director (n) a person who is in charge of a film or play and tell the actors how to play their parts + award-winning (adi): having received awards - astronomer (n): a person who specializes in astronomy + profession (n): a skilled ‘occupation « complimentary (adi): free of charge » with no further ado: without wasting more time Explanatory answers 4. In the first part of the announcement, 6. The question is related to the tickets, the speaker introduces Hiroki Ito as which are mentioned in “Tickets, as an economist, but even if you miss always, are complimentary and may that part, there is a second chance in be picked up at the front desk.” the last sentence (the author of the As “complimentary” means “free of bestselling economics book...). The charge”, the correct answer is (C). correct answer is (B). 5. In the list of lecturers mentioned by the soeaker, there is an award-winning writer. If you look at all the topics in the accompanying graphic, “How to Write Fiction” is most likely the title of a book by a writer; therefore Edna Birch is the ‘one who won an award. The correct answer is (D).ew Incomplete Sentences General introduction For each of the 30 sentences in Part 5, a word or phrase is missing. Eee Four answer choices are given below each sentence. You are to pe UID ot guste Part 5 has been reduced to 30. select the best answer to complete the sentence. Types of questions Part 5 questions may be broadly categorized into vocabulary and grammar questions, which test vocabulary and grammar respectively. Vocabulary questions may test common expressions while grammar questions may refer to sentence structure, parts of speech, tenses, etc. Example 1 According to the latest reports, exports to Europe ____ by more than 10% during the first quarter of the year. increased (8) transported (Ci resulted (0) approached Vocabulary latest (adj); most recent, most current, newest + export (n): merchandise or services sold to parties in other countries = to transport (v): to carry from one place to another, to convey + to approach (v): to come near or nearer Explanatory answer This is a vocabulary question which tests the use of certain verbs. Of all the four choices given, only inerease can be followed by “by + percentage”. Therefore (A) is the correct answer. 2 Mr. Taylor expects every member of the staff _ the meeting regarding the merger discussions with Utica Metals. (A\ attending (Bi has attended (©) to attend (0) be attending Vocabulary regarding (prepi: concerning, with relation to - merger (n}: result of the collaboration of two or more corporations into a single corporation, integration Explanatory answer This is a typical grammar question which tests the use of expect as a transitive verb. This verb always requires a to-infinitive after its direct object (which, in this case, is “every member of the staff"), so (C) is the correct answer. Other verbs which follow this pattern include want, encourage, persuade, enable, allow and urge. 19WAMoe Text Completion General introduction In Part 6, you have to read four texts followed by four questions The number of questions in Part 6 each. A word, phrase or sentence is missing in parts of each text. has been increased to 16, and there You are to selest the best answers to complete the text. is a new question type in each of . the texts: Text-completion questions Questions are of two types: vocabulary questions and grammar that ask you which clause or even questions. Thera is a wide variety of texts such as letters, memos, 2 complete sentence fits best in articles and advertisements. the context of the overall passage. Types of questions As with Part 5, Part 6 questions are of two types: vocabulary and grammar questions. There is a difference, though: In many instances, you have to grasp the overall meaning of the texts, not only individual sentences, to be able to choose the correct answers. Example Questions 1-4 refer to the following memo. 20 To: All Employees From: Harrison Clark Subject: Summer Picnic Date: June 14 ‘The date for the annual summer picnic has finally been determined. It will take place on Saturday, July 15, from 10 in the morning until 7 in the evening. Like last year’s event, the picnic Forest Park in the southeastern part of the city. We're going to barbecue all kinds of foods, including hamburgers, hot dogs, and chicken. _ We will be playing games and doing various activities all throughout the 2. day. Be sure to bring your swimsuit if you plan to swim the lake. Please be aware that fishing is no longer allowed in the lake as of this year. Your spouses and children are all invited to the ___. Let Pegay Hamilton (extension 568) know if you plan to attend no later than July 1.what we will do at the picnic. 1 (A) was held 3 (A) by (8) is holding ® in ©) will be held (©) on (0) can hold (Dat 2 (A) Thanks for volunteering to help set up 4 (A) event everything for the picnic. (8) ceremony (8) We hope that all of you enjoyed the food (C) concert that we served this year. (0) game (©) No decisions have yet been made regarding (0) There will also be various meatless dishes for those of you who are vegetarians. Vocabulary to determine (v): to decide, to conclude + to take place (v): to happen + to barbecue (v}: to roast, broil, or gill (meat or seafood) over live coals or an open fire + various (adj): several, different + meatless (adi) meat + vegetarian (n): a person who only eats vegetables, one who does not eat meat + swimsuit (n}: bathing suit, tight-fitting garment worn while swimming + as of (prep): on, at, from, as from + spouse (n): a husband or wife » extensicn (n): an additional telephone connected to a main line + no later than: on/at or before Explanatory answers 1. This queston tests the appropriate form of the verb to hold. As “the picnic” is the subject of the sentence, the verb must be in the passive form. Because the event will take place in the future, a future tense must be used. (C) is the correct answer. 2. Each of the four options is a complete sentence. As the previous sentence mentions different kinds of foods, the sentence to be inserted should logically follow the discourse thread. (0) mentions the foods for the vegetarians; therefore it is the correct answer. sample question on the previous page, the sentence that goes before the gap Per acne emacs This is a vocabulary question testing the correct use of the collocation “to swim in a lake". (B) is the correct answer. This is again a vocabulary question. You are asked to identify the word that best replaces “the summer picnic”. (A) is the correct answer. 21Aa Reading Comprehension General introduction Part 7 contains a selection of passages, some of which stand = ponies Rig ils ona e number of questions has been increase alone while others come in groups of two or three. Each sobh aid ene a eS MRIGRATAeE single passage is followed by 24 questions while the double 3 passages, There are new types of texts and triple passages are followed by 5 questions each. such as instant messages or online chat conversations with multiple writes. There ate also new question types that ask you to ‘Types of texts Understand where in the passage a sentence The texts are of a wide variety of types ranging from belongs and the writer's implied meaning. letters, e-mails, memos, and guides to advertisements and articles. New text types such as instant messages or online chat conversations may be included to CEE REIED Questions about the writer's implied meaning reflect the nature of communication in the Internet SAA EGOLARE UREA Enea re nc era, Passage-wise, there are single, double and triple writes, *'l take care of i"? + At 235 P.M. why dos Ms. Carter write, "This is passage texts. Most double passage texts include at the worst that I've ever seen"? least one e-mail Sentence-insertion questions + In which of the positions marked (1), 2), (3) and [4] ‘Types of questions does the following sentence best belong? There are questions that require an overall understanding of the texts, such as those that ask you to identify the main idea of a text, the Purpose of a writer, the target readers, or where in a text that a sentence belongs. There are also questions that :est comprehension of details and those that test the meaning of specific words or phrases. Example Questions 1-3 refer to the following notice. Proper Attire at Work This is a reminder that all employees are expected to wear the proper attire while at ° work. Recently, there have been several violations of the basic dress code, and two happened to be commented upon by important clients, Please remember that you | are all representatives of the company and that our clients judge the company as a whole by how our employees dress. Clothing that is too casual ref ts poorly upon everyone. To make sure that there are no misunderstanding, the following items | are not permitted to be worn at any time: jeans, sneakers, T-shirts, shorts, caps, and sandals. Khakis and polo shirts are acceptable but must not be wrinkled. Suits and ties are optional for men, and there is no casual Friday. Questions regarding the dress code may be directed to Laura Porter in the HR Department. 221 Why was the notice written? 3° What is NOT mentioned about the (A) To answer some common questions company dress code? about the dress code (A) Sandals and sneakers may not be (8) To remind employees to wear worn by employees. appropriate clothing (8) Employees may not wear casual (C) To announce that the company’s clothes on Friday. dress code has changed (C) The clothes employees wear ought (D) To tell employees to dress more to be pressed. casually at work (D) Men are supposed to wear suits and ties to work. 2 What is suggested about some of the company's clients? (A) They complained about how employees were dressed. (8) They canceled their contracts with the company. (©) They attended meetings while wearing casual clothes. () They decided to do business with other firms. Vocabulary proper (adi): correct, suitable + attire (n): clothing, dress + at work: in action; at one’s place of employment + recently (adv): lately, in recent times + violation (n):an act that disregards an agreement or a right + dress code (n): a set of rules indicating the approved manner of dress + to comment (v): to make a remark + representative (n): ‘one who acts on behalf of another person or an‘ organization « to judge (vy: to assess, to criticize » as a whole (adv): generally, in a general sense + misunderstanding (n): incorrect understanding, incorrect interpretation + to wrinkle (vj: to get small lines or folds (in something) » optional (adj): left to one’s choice, not compulsory = ‘casual Friday: the last working day in a week (i. Friday) when employees are allowed to wear casual clothing Explanatory answers 1. From the title of the notice and the first sentence “This is a reminder that all employees are expected to wear the proper attire while at work’, it is clear that the notice is meant to ensure that all employees wear the proper attire at work. The correct answer is (B). 2. The notice mentions “several violations of the basic dress code” and “two happened to be commented upon by important clients”; therefore, the correct answer is (A). 3. All (A), (B), and (C) are mentioned at various points in the notice. As suits and ties are listed as “optional”, (D) is not part of the company dress code and therefore is the correct answer. 2324 Questions 4-8 refer to the following advertisement and e-mails. Summer Sale at Crosstown Clothes 4 Get ready for summer by visiting Crosstown Clothes starting this weekend. From May 9 to June 1, you can get alll kinds of brand-new summer apparel for low, low prices. ‘We've got the top names in blue jeans for 30% off, brand-name T-shirts and blouses for 20% off, and swimsuits for half price. And don’t forget about accessories such as sunglasses and ball caps. You can get them for 40% off. Of course, at prices this low, supplies won't last, so be sure to come here as soon as possible. And while you're here, sign up for a Crosstown Clothes membership and get access to all kinds of special deals. We're located on the second floor of the Greenbrier Shopping Center in Newton, and we're open every day of the week from 9 A.M. to 8 P.M. on weekdays and from 10 A.M. to 7 P.M. on Saturday and Sunday. ‘To Whem It May Concern, My name is Melissa Hardaway. On May 12, | visited your store in Newton to take advantage of the summer sale, | had never been to a Crosstown Clothes store, but | definitely plan on going there again. | was impressed not only by the wide variety of brand-name items for sale but also by the low prices. Then, to top things off, the items were being sold at such great discounts. | got a couple of bathing suits at great prices. | can’t wait to go to the beach in them. | decided to sign up to become a member of the store. However, I'm not sure what the actual benefits are. Would you mind telling me what | can get by being a member? Yours faithfully, Melissa HardawayDear Ms, Hardaway, Thank you for shopping at Crosstown Clothes. We are pleased you were impressed with the selection of items and the prices we charge for them, We at Crosstown Clothes take great _ pride in providing quality items at affordable prices. As for your question, I have attached a brochure that fully explains the benefits you can take advantage of by being a member. One of the most popular benefits is that you'll find out in advance what clothes we're going to be getting in the near future. For instance, you specifically mentioned a couple of the items you purchased. You'll be happy to know that we're receiving some other ones made by the famous brand Lionel James. Since you're a member, you can purchase these and other items from our online store up to 10 days before they are avilable to regular shoppers. Isn’t that a great deal? Sincerely, Ferdinand Iglesias Customer Service Representative Crosstown Clothes 4 According to the advertisement, what is true about Crosstown Clothes? 7 What did Mr. Iglesias send to Ms. Hardaway? (A) It just opened a new store in Newton. (A) A refund (8) It hes the same hours every day of the (8) A pamphiet week. (©) A coupon (C) It is having a sale for less than a month. (0) It is trying to sell clothes that are out of season. 5 Why did Ms. Hardaway write the e-mail? (A) To complain about how she was treated (8) To ask about some store benefits (C) To express her interest in becoming a member (D) To praise the quality of the womenswear at the store 6 How much of a discount did Ms. Hardaway get on -he items she bought? (A) 20% (©) 30% (©) 40% (0) 50% (0) An application What is suggested about Lionel James? (A) It sells clothes only at Crosstown Clothes. (B) It offers its items at low prices. (©) It is a maker of swimming wear. (0) It competes with Crosstown Clothes. 2526 Vocabulary from A to B: beginning (at/on/in) A and ending (at/on/in) B+ brand-new (adj): being in a fresh and unused condition, completely new + apparel (n): clothing, especially outer garments, atire brand-name (n): name by which a certain brand or make of commodity is known + ball cap (n): a close-fitting cap usually with the ame or emblem of a baseball team ~ to get access to: to get the right to obtain/make use of/take advantage of something + to take advantage of: to make good use of + definitely (adv): surely, without doubt = to top things off: to add something else that is even better or worse to the already unusual situation + benefit (n): an advantage gained from something + to be impressed with: to be strongly and favorably affected by something + to charge (v): to demand an amount of money for an item or service + to take pride in: to be proud of « affordable (adi): inexpensive, reasonably priced + in advance: before a particular time + specifically (adv) particularly + to mention (vj: to refer to something, to speak about something + regular (adj): ordinary, general + deal (n): agreement or arrangement in business Explanatory answers 4. The advertisement says the summer sale at Crosstown Clothes is from May 9 to June 1, 80 (C) is true. (A) is not mentioned. (B) contradicts the fact given in the last sentence about the store's opening hours. (0) is not correct as the title states that it is a summer sale. 5. (A) and (0) are openly wrong answers. As Ms. Hardaway has already decided to sign up to become a member of the store, (C) is not correct, From what she writes in her ‘e-mai, “However, I'm not sure what the actual benefits are", we learn that she wants to ask about some store benefits; therefore, the correct answer is (B). 6. It is stated jin the first passage that swimsuits are on sale for half price. In the second passage, we learn that Ms. Hardaway bought a couple of bathing suits on May 12, so it can be inferred that she had a 50% discount on those items. The correct answer is (0). 7. Mr. Iglesias writes that he is attaching a brochure to his e-mail. The word “pamphle' most closest in meaning to a brochure; therefore, (B) is the correct answer. 8. Mr. Iglesias is referring to “some other ones made by the famous brand Lionel James” following the items Ms. Hardaway purchased. As we know that she bought some bathing suits from the store, it can be inferred that Lionel James is a maker of swimming wear. All the other options are either not mentioned ((A) and (B)) or not true based on the information from the passages (0).Section Actual Tests Actual Test 01 Actual Test 02 Actual Test 03 Actual Test 04Actual TestLISTENING TEST Rae Can ehe es eer reciente inti i enw IN Cea ci English. The entire Listening test will last approximately 45 minutes. There are four parts, and directions are given for each part. You must mark your answers on the separate answer Ei eee aa Nig WW eMAn ola lot Vat i Directions: For each question in this part, you will hear four statements about a picture TAM accessors an VME N CM MOM Mel era even vere Cla tela yt Decent ae Mma Ricia lam ue Kens chiens answer shee: and mark your answer. The statements will not be printed in your test book Ee Mlle Pervious Slur na Re MEE ects MANGE ci gt me UE N sae Con ean ar) PMN NU ieee WaMu MuEIns MoaNVela- tei 30 Actual Test 01GOON TO THE NEXT PAGE 31GO ON TO THE NEXT PAGE SO ONTO THENDT AC > 33They will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time. § (eo rol Neng re Roms CCC TU lar eee 7. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 8. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 9. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 10. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 11. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 12. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 13. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 14. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 15. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 16. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 17. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 18. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 19. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 34 Actual Test 01 jark the letter (A), (B), or (C) on your answer 20. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 21. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 22. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 23. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 24. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 25. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 26. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 27. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 28. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 29. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 30. Mark your answer on your answer sheet. 31, Mark your answer on your answer sheet.LNG Deiter enn teeta Coney Mm Ne fo ieeeWes en occ] sheet, The con) lust 32. Who most likely is the man? (A) Areal estate agent (8) A tour guide (©) Atravel agent (0) An airline employee 33. What does the woman want to do? (A) Sign a contract (8) Look at a home (C) Furnish her office (0) Make an order 34, When are the speakers going to meet? (A) At 2:00 (8) At 3:30 (C) At 4:00 (0) At 5:20 .. What are the speakers discussing? (A) The company's new interns (B) Their feelings about their new boss (©) The performance of another employee (0) The results of some interviews . What does the woman say about last year’s activities? (A) They took less time to finish. (8) They had better applicants. (C) They required two days to complete. (0) They were difficult to conduct. . What is the man’s opinion of Sarah Carpenter? (A) She should be hired immediately. (8) She is worth being interviewed again. (©) She performed better than he had expected. {D) She was the best of all the job candidates. GO ON TO THE NEXT PAGE GO ORITOMTHE NEXT PAGEE 3538. What are the speakers mainly discussing? (A) The results of a test (8) A design the man finished (C) Areport the woman wrote (0) The due date for a project 39, Where most likely do the speakers work? (A) Ata construction company (8) At an architectural firm (C)Ata home decorating firm (0) Ata computer design company 40. What does the woman mention about her work? (A) She neads someone else to help her with it. (8) She is unable to finish it by tomorrow. (C) She wants to speak to the client about it. (0) She requires a larger budget to complete it, 41. What is being discussed? (A) The promotion of a colleague (8) The opening of another branch (C)A special offer at a store (0) How to request a transfer 42. What do the speakers say about Alice Milton? (A) She is the company’s new CEO. (8) She recently transferred from another branch. (C) She was fired from her previous job. (D) She is going to be their supervisor. 43. How does the man feel? (A) He is worried about his job. (B) He is nervous about what is happening. (C) He is displeased with the news. (D) He is setisfied with the results. 36 Actual Test 01 44, Where does the conversation take place? (A) Ina library (8) Ata bank (C) Ata school (0) At a driver's license testing center What kind of identification does the woman suggest? (A) A passport (8) A driver's license (©)A library card (0) A student ID card What does the man give the woman? A) A.utilties bill (8) A registration form (©)A copy of his lease (0) A canceled check47. Why does the man say, “You can say that again”? (A) To express his agreement with the woman (8) To confirm that a person made a mistake (©) To ask the woman to repeat her previous comment (0) To express his desire to have attended the ceremony 48. Why are the speakers surprised? (A) A company event was canceled on short notice. (B) Someone they did not expect won an award. (©) The company failed to land a new contract. (D) A person in the IT Department made a mistake. 49. What does the woman say about Andrew Simmons? (A) He resigned to work at a rival firm. (8) He won a million dollars in the lottery. (C) He announced that he just signed a big contract. (D) He was the winner of an award at the company. 50. Why is the man asking for assistance? (A) He would like to get his money back. (8) He is interested in exchanging something. (©) He wants to buy a present for a friend. (D) He cannot find a shirt that he is looking for. 51. Why does the man dislike the item? (A) It does not fit him well. (8) The sleeves are too short. (©) The style does not suit him. (D) It is too formal. 52. What will the speakers probably do next? (A) Process a refund (8) Look at some clothes (C) Open the plastic wrapping (0) Search for the receipt GO ON TO THE NEXT PAGE 3753. What are the speakers mainly discussing? 54, 55. 38 (A) Their work performance (®) A recent lunch meeting (©) An incoming supervisor (0) The restructuring of a department What does the woman mean when she says, “It’s hard to tell"? (A) She does not want to answer the question. (8) She is not sure what Mr. Thompson will be like. (C) She is not allowed to tell the men anything (D) She is rot sure when she will meet Mr. Thompson. What are the speakers concerned about? (A) The employees may have their salaries reduced. (8) They are in danger of getting demoted. (©) None of the employees will receive bonuses. (0) Some of them might lose their jobs soon. Actual Test 01 56. 87. 58. Why does the man calll the woman? (A) To cancel his order (8) To complain about a missing delivery (C) To renew his subscription (0) To find out how to pay a bill Why does the woman say the man’s address? (A) To confirm his identity (8) To find out where to send his order (C) To make sure she knows his new address (0) To ask where to mail a bill What does the woman tell the man about? (A) A free magazine (8) A discounted price (©) Anonline service (D) A complimentary gift59. What is the problem? (A) Some parts that were delivered were poorly made. (8) A shipment was sent late due to the weather. (©)A snowstorm kept employees from getting to work. (D) The assembly line was shut down for three days. 60. Why does the woman say, “That's a relief"? (A) To request that the man double-check the results (B) To show that she is pleased with the man’s comment (C) To express her disappointment with some news (0) To state that there is nothing she can do about a problem 61. What does the woman request that the man do? (A) Get in touch with a supplier (B) Renegotiate a contract (C) Contact the post office (D) Speak to the assembly line workers 62. What is being discussed? (A) How to attract more customers (B) Which individuals gave good interviews (©) Which company should be selected (0) What should be said in a proposal 63. What does the man say about the Powell Corporation? (A) It provides good support to its customers. (8) He has worked with the company in the past. (©) The prices it offers are lower than its competitors’. (D) The company is having financial difficulties. 64, What will happen at 5:00 PM.? (A) A presentation will be given. (8) A decision will be made. (©) An interview will be scheduled. (0)A contract will be signed. GO ON TO THE NEXT PAGE OU 39Nei Dect) ey 65. What does the woman indicate about the blender by Nelson Electronics? (A) Itis the store's bestselling model. (B) It costs less than other blenders. (C) Its useful for professional chefs. {D) It comes with a money-back guarantee. 66. How often will the man use his blender? (A) Every day (B) Two or three times a week (©) Once ortwice a month (0) Only on special occasions 67. Look at the graphic. How much will the man spend on the item? (A) $1-$50 (8) $51-$100 (©) $101-$200 (0) $201 or more 40 Actual Test 01 bette ir Murereaeturs aac tery Seu ipa aera) Rhy Wtecastais eel fey is }. Where most likely are the speakers? (A) Ata hospital (B) Ata medical conference (©) Ata medical school (0) Ata healthcare clinic ). Look at the graphic. Which room will the ‘woman be in? (A) Room 106 (8) Room 210 (©) Room 309 (0) Room 404 |. What does the man suggest about Dr. Probst? (A) He works as a doctor at the local hospital. (8) The two of them are personally acquainted. (C) He retired from his teaching duties recently. (0) Anew medical procedure was made by him,n. 72. PART 4 Dieta three question: Meets Neal Po Polo CMe ener na printed in your tast book and will be spoken on! Where most likely does the talk take place? (A) In an office (8) Ina laboratory (C)Inastore (0) Ina factory What does the speaker say about the Dayton facility? (A) An explosion was reported there. (B) Several people have been hired there. (C) People have been sent there to look at the problems. (0) Itis going to close in the near future. |. What does the speaker tell the listeners to do? (A) Start finishing their work more quickly (8) Work more closely with their supervisors (C) Report problems when they see them (0) Show up for work earlier than normal Gewnucd Eyer ve ome lee ter (A), (B), (C), or (0) on Saal MC lnc w cose) Nena 74. 75. What does the speaker ask Mr. Russell to do? (A) Make a payment (©) Call her back (©) Give some feedback (0) Visit the store What time will Winston's open tomorrow? (A) At 8:00 AM. (8) At 8:30 AM. (C)At9:00 AM. (D) At 9:30 A.M. According to the speaker, how was the problem solved? (A) By installing a new speaker (B) By putting some software back onto the ‘computer (C) By cleaning the computer thoroughly (0) By replacing the computer's hard drive GOON TO THE NEXT PAGE ————=V=re a4