TOEIC Writing Practice Test

Questions 1 – 5:
Write a Sentence Based on a Picture

Directions: In this part of the test, you will write ONE sentence that is based on a picture. With
each picture, you will be given TWO words or phrases that you must use in your sentence. You
can change the forms of the words and you can use the words in any order. Your sentences will be
scored on

• the appropriate use of grammar and

• the relevance of the sentence to the picture.

You will have 8 minutes to complete this part of the test.

Question 1
Directions: Write ONE sentence based on the picture. Use the TWO words or phrases under the
picture. You may change the forms of the words and you may use them in any order.

near / trees
Question 2
Directions: Write ONE sentence based on the picture. Use the TWO words or phrases under the
picture. You may change the forms of the words and you may use them in any order.

bicycles / on

Question 3
Directions: Write ONE sentence based on the picture. Use the TWO words or phrases under the
picture. You may change the forms of the words and you may use them in any order.

box / to
Question 4
Directions: Write ONE sentence based on the picture. Use the TWO words or phrases under the
picture. You may change the forms of the words and you may use them in any order.

tickets / from

Question 5
Directions: Write ONE sentence based on the picture. Use the TWO words or phrases under the
picture. You may change the forms of the words and you may use them in any order.

luggage / because
 Questions 6-7:
Respond to a Written Request

Directions: In this part of the test, you will show how well you can write a response to an email.
Your response will be scored on

• The quality and variety of your sentences,

• Vocabulary, and
• Organization.

You will have 10 minutes to read and answer each email.

Question 6
Directions: Read the email below.

FROM: Vesuvius Products Customer Servce

TO: New Customer
SUBJECT: Thank you
SENT: January 16, 4:20 P.M.

Thank you for your recent purchase of a Vesuvius 300 camera. We hope that you
enjoy our product. If you have any problems with the camera, please contact us via
the Internet at help@ vesuviusproducts.net. Thank you.

Directions: Respond to the e-mail as if you are a customer of Vesuvius Products. In your email,
describe ONE problem that you have had with the camera and make ONE request for
information.

Question 7
Directions: Read the email below.

FROM: Excelsior Language School

TO: Jackson City Further Education Serve
SUBJECT: Language Classes
SENT: January 16, 4:20 P.M.

Are you looking to improve your foreign language skills? Do you lack the language
skills you need to live or travel abroad? If so the Excelsior Language School is for
you! We offer courses for a variety of European and Asian languages including
Spanish and Chinese. Contact us to learn more.

Directions: Respond to the e-mail. In your e-mail, describe your current language abilities and
make two requests for information.
 Question 8: Write an Opinion Essay

Directions: In this part of the test, you will write an essay in response to a question that asks you
to state, explain, and support your opinion on an issue. Typically an effective essay
will contain a minimum of 300 words. You will have 30 minutes to plan and revise
your essay. Your response will be scored on

• whether your opinion is supported with reasons and/or examples,

• grammar,
• vocabulary, and
• organization.

People learn in different ways. Some people learn by doing; some people learn by reading; others
learn by listening to lectures or watching demonstrations. Which of these methods of learning is
best for you? Use specific examples to support your choice.