COURSE PAPER OF BUSINESS ENGLISH (TOEIC 1)

prepared to complete the final project in this course

Arranged by

NUR FADILLA
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2019 accounting student

UNIVERSITAS DIAN NUSANTARA
Jakarta

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 TABLE OF CONTENT

COVER.....................................................................................................1

TABLE OF CONTENT.............................................................................2

BAB I........................................................................................................3
Preface.....................................................................................................3

BAB II......................................................................................................4
SESIONS.................................................................................................4
Preparation Test – Listening Comprehension Part 1............................................4
Tips and trick...............................................................................................................4
Preparation Test – Question – Response...............................................................5
Tips and trick...............................................................................................................5
Conversations...........................................................................................................6
Tips and trick...............................................................................................................7
Talks........................................................................................................................... 7
Tips and trick...............................................................................................................9
Special Announcements – Business Announcement.........................................10
Listening Comprehension – Lesson Review........................................................12

Tips and trick..........................................................................................12

BAB III...................................................................................................13
Closing Remarks....................................................................................13
Reference.............................................................................................. 13

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 BAB I
PREFACE

First of all, thanks to Allah SWT because of the help of Allah, writer finished writing the
paper in the calculated time. The purpose in writing this paper is to fulfill the
assignment that given by Mr. Wahyu Budi, S.S., M.Sas., as lecturer in Business
English (Toeic 1) major.

In arranging this paper, the writer trully get lots challenges and obstructions but with
help of many indiviuals, those obstructions could passed. writer also realized there are
still many mistakes in process of writing this paper.

Because of that, me as the writer says thank you to all individuals who helps in the
process of writing this paper. hopefully allah replies all helps and bless you all.the
writer realized tha this paper still imperfect in arrangment and the content. then the
writer hope the criticism from the readers can help the writer in perfecting the next
paper.last but not the least Hopefully, this paper can helps the readers to gain more
knowledge about Business English.

Jakarta, 11 July 2021

Dila
(Nur Fadilla)

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 BAB II
SESIONS

Preparation Test – Listening Comprehesion Part 1 : Photos

PHOTOGRAPHS
EXAMPLE You will hear : Now listen to the four statements.
(A)The man is wearing a white hard hat.
(B)They are wearing red shirts.
(C)There are rulers on the table.
(D)There is a yellow hard hat on the table.

Statement (D), “There is a yellow hard hat on the table” is the best description of the
picture. So you should select answer (D) and mark it on your answer sheet. Directions:
For each question in this part, you will hear four statements, you must select one
statement that best describes what you see in the picture. Then find the number of the
question on your answer sheet and mark your answer. The statements will not be
printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time.

TIPS AND TRICK (photographs)

Look at the picture quickly before the four answer choices are shown. Ask questions:
who, what, where, when regarding pictures. Answer questions quickly because the
answer choices will not be heard twice. Three incorrect answer choices have the
following characteristics: - Contains answers that contain partially incorrect
statements. - Contains words that do not refer to the context of the picture shown. -
Contains words that have a similar sound.

In this section, you will be given 30 questions that contain questions or short
statements. Each question, you will hear a speaker asking a question or statement.
After that, you will hear three different responses. You must choose the most
appropriate as a response to the question or statement posed.

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 BAB II
SESIONS

Preparation Test – Questions – Response

EXAMPLE You will hear : Do you still need a glass of water ? You will also hear :
(A)I already got one.
(B)The water is right over there.
(C)You should drink.

The best response to the question “Do you still need a glass of water?” is choice (A),
"I already got one". So (A) is the correct answer. You should mark answer (A) on your
answer sheet. Instructions for questions that you will find in this section are as follows.
Directions : You will hear a question or statement and three responses spoken in
English. They will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time.
Select the best response to the question or statement and mark the letter (A), (B), or
(C) on your answer sheet.

TIPS AND TRICK (QUESTION-RESPONSE)

Pay attention to words that sound similar but have different meanings. Pay attention
to the WH-questions: who, what, when, where, why, how ask about information. Pay
attention to questions with question tags that require Yes/No answers. Pay attention
to questions that still require answers. Choose the most appropriate answer quickly. If
you have any doubts, don't leave the answer sheet blank because there are no points
deducted for wrong answers.

In this section, you will be given some short conversations made by two people. One
conversation usually contains 3 questions. After a short conversation is heard, you
must listen carefully to capture the content of the conversation.

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 BAB II
SESIONS

CONVERSATIONS

How to Successfully Learn Conversation?

1. Learn Pronunciation Every language has its own sound system, as well as
English an Indonesian. There are sounds contained in both Indonesian and
English. There are sounds that are in English but not in Indonesian. On the
other hand, there are also sounds that are found in Indonesian but not in
English.
2. Learn Vocabulary (Words) According to Soedjito (2009: 24) vocabulary or
vocabulary is defined as:
• All the words in a language
• The richness of words owned by a speaker or writer
• Words used in a field of science
• A list of words arranged like a dictionary as well as a brief explanation
and practical
While the vocabulary expressed by Richards, Platt and Webber (1985) is a set
of lexemes that includes single words, compound words, and idioms.
Meanwhile, Valette (1977) argues that vocabulary is a word or a group of words
that have a specific meaning. From the explanation above, it can be. It can be
concluded that vocabulary is words that have a different meaning possessed
by humans to be used in language and communication.
3. Learn Simple Speaking Tarigan (1990:3-4) defines that speaking is a language
skill that is developed in child life, which is produced by listening skill, and at
that period speaking skill is learned. Based on Competence Based Curriculum
speaking is one of the four basic competences that the students should gain
well. It has an important role in communication. Speaking can find in spoken
cycle especially in Joint Construction of Text stage (Ministry of National
Education, 2004). In carrying out speaking, students face some difficulties one
of them is about language its self. In fact, most of students get difficulties to

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 speak even though they have a lot of vocabularies and have written them well.
The problems are afraid for students to make mistakes. Speaking is the
productive skill. It could not be separated from listening. when we speak we
produce the text and it should be meaningful.
4. Learn Simple Writing Writing is an activity to create a note or information on an
object media using characters. Writing is usually done on paper with using tools
such as pens or pencils. But with the development technology as it is today,
writing can also be done using a computer or laptops. Many definitions /
understanding of writing are described by experts. For more about the meaning
of writing according to experts, please see the article below this. Each
individual's abilities are different. Every ability interconnected to form an action.
Akhmad Sudrajat shared ability into two types, namely:
a) actual ability, and
b) potential ability.
Actual ability or real skill is a skill that is obtained through learning which can
be demonstrated or tested now. Potential ability or Potential skills are aspects
of skills that are still contained within oneself individual and obtained from
heredity.
More according to Robbins in states that ability consists of two factors, namely
a) ability Intellectual ability is the ability to carry out activities independently
mental,
b) physical ability (physical intellectual), is the ability perform activities based
on stamina, strength, and physical characteristics.

TIPS AND TRICK (SHORT CONVERSATION)

In listening to the conversation, make help questions to analyze the content of the
conversation, so that it will be easier for you to answer the next question asked. - Who
are the speakers ? - What are they talking about ? - Where are they ? - What are the
speaker's professions ? - Why are they discussing the matter ? - When does the
conversation happen ? Read the questions before the dialogue is heard. If you have
time, read the answer choices provided. Be careful in reading the answer choices,
because there may be correct answers but they are not related to the questions asked.
Don't listen and then read. Read first then listen. Be aware of the following: - Words

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that sound similar, but have different meanings. - Improper words. In this section, you
will hear the narration read by a single speaker. There are ten narratives in this section,
and each narrative contains three questions. Each question will have four answer
choices. Choose the best answer.

TALKS

EXAMPLE
You will hear : Good morning ladies and gentleman. This is your tour guide speaking.
I hope you have enjoyed the cruise of the inner harbor today. We certainly had a nice
day for it, especially compared to yesterday. The ship will be docking in approximately
five minutes. Once we are docked, please collect all of your belongings and exit the
ship. As a reminder, our group will be exiting to the right. Follow the north ramp all the
way to the far end of the platform. Before heading to the farmer's market we will gather
under the ferry terminal Welcome Sign for a group photo. Instructions for questions
that you will find in this section are as follows. Directions : You will hear some talks
given by a single speaker. You will be asked to answer three questions about what the
speaker says in each talk. Select the best response to each question and mark the
letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet.
The talks will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time. Next
you will read a few questions with four answer choices:
1. What should the passengers do before exiting the ship?
(A) Welcome the visitors
(B) Check the time
(C) Collect their personal items
(D) Take a picture

2. What will happen in five minutes?

(A) The ship will arrive at the dock.
(B) The passengers will go shopping.
(C) The passengers will take photos of the ship.
(D) The market will open.

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The best response to the question number 1 “What should the passengers do before
exiting the ship?” is choice (C), “Collect their personal items”. So (C) is the correct
answer. You should mark answer (C) on your answer sheet.

The best response to the question number 2 “What will happen in five minutes?” is
choice (A), “The ship will arrive at the dock”. So (A) is the correct answer. You should
mark answer (A) on your answer sheet.

TIPS AND TRICK (TALKS)

Read the answers and answer choices before the narration is heard. Don't listen and
then read. Read first then listen. Listen to the beginning of the narration. This section
can give you an idea of what kind of information the narrative provides. Begin
answering questions as soon as the narration is finished. Be aware of the following: -
Words that sound similar, but have different meanings. - Improper words. - Incorrect
word order. - Confused numbers, such as time, date, or number of people.

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Special Announcements – Business Announcement

Definition of Business Announcement Letter (Business Announcement Letter)

A business announcement letter is a letter written to give an announcement regarding
the company such as the opening of a new branch or a change of position. Business
announcement letters are addressed to vendors who assist in announcing an event,
policy and management change or handover, takeover or merger with another
company, and so on. The following are things to consider when writing a business
announcement letter:
• The letter is written in formal notes and is usually short, containing only relevant
details.
• Write briefly, clearly, and directly.
• Personalize by using 'you' instead of 'our customers', 'everyone', 'clients', etc.
• Attach any opening offers such as discount vouchers or free consultations that
are appropriate for your business.
• Remember to enter contact details

Structure of Business Announcement Letter (Business Announcement Letter)

Scholars, consider the following structure for writing a business announcement letter:
1. Author's name
2. 2. Author's address
3. Date
4. Receiver's name
5. Receiver's address
6. Subject
7. Dear Sir/Mr/Madam/Mrs.
8. Opening
9. Body
10. Closing
11. Salutation
12. Signature
Sample Business Announcement Letter (Business Announcement Letter)

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The following is an example of a business announcement letter:

From,
Ryan Smith,
Victorian Spencer,
250 7th Street East,
St Paul, Minnesota, 55118.

Date: 13 February 2022

Brian Holding,
231 Pillsbury,
Minneapolis,
Minnesota, 55409.

Subject – Update on business expansion prospects.

Dear Sir, I am writing this letter to you on behalf of Victorian Spencer and associates – we are glad
to announce that we are escalating our business line to its latest fifth unit with Timothy Sales
Corporation with the help and kind support and patronage of our very reliable and regular customers
like you.

You have supported us from the very beginning of our enterprise and have held our hand through
every up and down. We are truly grateful for this kind of support you have extended to us, and we
hope you would do the same in our future ventures.

For the sake of our customers and the advancement of technology, we have built the latest
installment of our smartphones with cutting-edge technical specs and brand sparkling new features.
This highly advanced unit will mark a potential turning point in the smartphones industry.

We, at Victorian Spencer, hope that with your help it will take us to our zenith of glory. We wish your
continued patronage and will try our best to serve you in all professional manner. Thank you.

Sincerely,

Ryan Smith,
Victorian Spencer

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 Listening Comprehension – Lesson Review

The TOEIC Listening Comprehension Section test aims to test your ability to
understand spoken language. However, to be able to understand the spoken
language, in addition to having to get used to listening to spoken English, you must
have adequate knowledge of the structure of the English language (grammar). All
sentences in this section use sentences that are grammatically correct
(grammatically correct) and are usually complete sentences. All these sentences
are spoken in English conversation. To answer the questions about the TOEFL
Listening Comprehension test well, you are required to have the ability to:
1. understand stress and tone
2. understand the difference in sound
3. understand idioms in English,
4. understand conversational expressions
5. understand groups or verb phrases,
6. find hidden information (not clearly stated),
7. understand comparisons, and
8. understand the meaning/content of a conversation or conversation.

TIPS AND TRICKS FOR ANSWERING LISTENING COMPEHENSION QUESTIONS

Understand the forms of instructions (direction) in each part (part) well before the D-
day of the exam. Read the choices on each question as much as possible while the
narrator is reading commands and examples. Listen with full concentration and focus
your attention on the conversation you are listening to. Maximize your listening skills
on the first questions in each section.

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 BAB III
CLOSING REMARKS

So that we can describe the subject matter became the subject of this paper,of
course,there are still many shortcoming and weaknesses,because they limited
knowledge and lack of referral or reference that has to do with the title of this paper.

Writer much hope dear reader dusi give constructive critism and suggestions to the
author of this paper and for the sake of perfect and writing papers in the next
opportunities.hopefully this paper is useful for writers in particular also dear readers in
general.

Thankyou.

REFERENCE

✓ http://isbeey.blogspot.com/2017/08/toeic-preparation.html
✓ https://www.slideshare.net/attiitudedkuu/bagianbagian-toeic-listening-and-
readingcomprehension
✓ http://staffnew.uny.ac.id/upload/198807082014042002/pendidikan/modul-
percakapanbahasa-inggris.pdf
✓ http://scholarsenglish.id/pengertian-struktur-dan-contoh-business-announcement-letter-
suratpengumuman-bisnis-dalam-bahasa-inggris/
✓ https://www.digitaleduka.com/artikel-ilmu-kunci-toefl/artikel/listening-
comprehension/tipsbelajar-soal-tes-toefl-listening-comprehension
✓ modules in courses
✓ material presented by the lecturer

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