TOEIC – Sujet A – 1. Listening test - KEY
First name: …………………………………. Last name: ……………………..………………….
PART 1
Directions: For each question in this part, you will hear four statements about a picture in your
test book. When you hear the statements, you must select the 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.
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PART 2
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.
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TOEIC – Sujet A – 1. Listening test - KEY
PART 3
Directions: You will hear some conversations between two people. You will be asked to answer
three questions about what the speakers say in each conversation. Select the best response to
each question and mark the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet. The
conversations will not be printed in your test book and will be spoken only one time.
41. What is the man looking for?
(A) Papers.
(B) Cups.
(C) Ink bottles.
(D) Pen caps.
42. Where are the things that he is looking
for?
(A) In the cabinet.
(B) Under the sink.
(C) Over the sink.
(D) In the closet.
43. What does the man want to do?
(A) Drink some tea.
(B) Write a letter.
(C) Go to the coffee shop.
(D) Buy some sugar.
_________
44. Where does this conversation take
place?
(A) At home.
(B) At a bank.
(C) At a hotel.
(D) At an airport.
45. What time does the man have to leave?
(A) 2:00.
(B) 5:00.
(C) 5:30.
(D) 10:00.
46. When will the man pay his bill?
(A) Now.
(B) At noon.
(C) Tonight.
(D) In the morning.
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47. How does the man get to work?
(A) He walks.
(B) He takes the bus.
(C) He rides a train.
(D) He drives a car.
49. What will he do tomorrow?
(A) Stay until 9:00.
(B) Get to work on time.
(C) Talk to the boss.
(D) Take a rest.
__________
50. What does the woman want to borrow?
(A) Money for lunch.
(B) A screwdriver.
(C) A paperback book.
(D) A toolbox.
51. When will she return it?
(A) Before lunch.
(B) After lunch.
(C) In the afternoon.
(D) Tonight.
52. Where will she put it?
(A) In the closet.
(B) On the chair.
(C) On the man’s desk.
(D) In the man’s backpack.
__________
53. How long is the man’s vacation?
(A) One week.
(B) Two weeks.
(C) Three weeks.
(D) Four weeks.
54. When will he take his vacation?
(A) August.
(B) September.
(C) November.
(D) December.
55. What will he do on his vacation?
(A) Clean the house.
(B) Swim.
(C) Visit different cities.
(D) Sit on the beach.
__________
48. How many times has he been late this
month?
(A) Two.
(B) Three.
(C) Four.
(D) Eight.
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TOEIC – Sujet A – 1. Listening test - KEY
56. What is the woman buying?
(A) Shoes.
(B) Shirts.
(C) Skirts.
(D) Hats.
63. When does the woman
brochures?
(A) This morning.
(B) This afternoon.
(C) Tonight.
(D) Tomorrow morning.
57. Which color does she choose?
(A) Green.
(B) White.
(C) Blue.
(D) Gray.
58. How much does she have to pay?
(A) $16.
(B) $32.
(C) $25.
(D) $50.
__________
59. In which direction does the man want
to go?
(A) Left.
(B) Right.
(C) Forward.
(D) Backward.
60. What time is it now?
(A) 6:10.
(B) 6:15.
(C) 6:45.
(D) 7:00.
need
64. How many brochures does the woman
need?
(A) Twenty.
(B) One hundred.
(C) Two hundred.
(D) One thousand.
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65. What time was the meeting today?
(A) 2:00.
(B) 3:00.
(C) 6:00.
(D) 9:00.
66. Why wasn’t the woman at the meeting?
(A) She had to make a call.
(B) She forgot about it.
(C) She was busy.
(D) She was sick.
67. When is the next meeting?
(A) Tuesday.
(B) Wednesday.
(C) Thursday.
(D) Friday.
__________
68. What is the man doing now?
(A) Going to work.
(B) Driving his car.
(C) Eating breakfast.
(D) Reading a letter.
61. Where are the speakers going?
(A) To a ball game.
(B) To lunch.
(C) To a concert.
(D) To the park.
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62. Where are the brochures?
(A) In Singapore.
(B) In the supply room.
(C) In the mail.
(D) At the printer.
69. How is the weather now?
(A) Sunny.
(B) Rainy.
(C) Cool.
(D) Icy.
70. How will the woman get to school?
(A) By car.
(B) By bus.
(C) On foot.
(D) By train.
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TOEIC – Sujet A – 1. Listening test - KEY
PART 4
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 one time only.
71. Why is the airport closed?
(A) Because of heavy traffic.
(B) Because of heavy fog.
(C) Because of strong winds.
(D) Because of falling snow.
72. When will the airport reopen?
(A) By this morning.
(B) By noon.
(C) By early evening.
(D) By late evening.
73. What should passengers on today’s
flights do?
(A) Go to the airport.
(B) Leave the airport.
(C) Call their airline.
(D) Call the Weather Center.
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74. What time does the train arrive in New
York?
(A) 9:30.
(B) 2:40.
(C) 6:00.
(D) 6:15.
75. How many stops does the train make?
(A) None.
(B) One.
(C) Two.
(D) Six.
76. Who is not allowed on the train?
(A) Passengers who are late.
(B) Passengers with excess luggage.
(C) Passengers without reservations.
(D) Passengers who don’t pay by check.
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77. What does this message state?
(A) That there is a convention in town.
(B) That city hotel rooms are all booked.
(C) That hotels have closed.
(D) That there are long lines for tourist
attractions.
78. What time frame is mentioned?
(A) All of August.
(B) The first week of August.
(C) The middle of August.
(D) The last two weeks of August.
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79. Why would someone leave his or her
name?
(A) To get on a mailing list.
(B) To cancel a room reservation.
(C) To apply for any available job.
(D) To be put on a waiting list.
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80. Where is this announcement being
heard?
(A) In a restaurant.
(B) In a school room.
(C) In a meeting room.
(D) At a train station.
81. What time will the session resume?
(A) 10:15.
(B) 10:30.
(C) 10:45.
(D) 11:00.
82. What did the participants just finish?
(A) The question-and-answer period.
(B) A coffee break.
(C) Their résumé.
(D) Ms. Johnson’s report.
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83. What is the problem?
(A) High waters.
(B) Lack of food.
(C) More homes than families.
(D) Expensive property.
84. How many people have died?
(A) None.
(B) Twenty.
(C) Thousands.
(D) Millions.
85. When will the president visit the area?
(A) On Sunday.
(B) On Monday.
(C) On Friday.
(D) On Saturday.
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TOEIC – Sujet A – 1. Listening test - KEY
86. What does Carlos do?
(A) Builds new homes.
(B) Paints houses.
(C) Designs interiors.
(D) Provides servants.
93. How can a caller get directions to the
Center?
(A) Press 2.
(B) Press 4.
(C) Press 9.
(D) Wait until the end of the message.
87. Who will provide references?
(A) The painters.
(B) The neighbors.
(C) The decorators.
(D) The real estate agents.
88. How long has Carlos been in business?
(A) Four years.
(B) Eight years.
(C) Thirteen years.
(D) Thirty years.
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89. Who is listening to this announcement?
(A) A football team.
(B) Hospital patients.
(C) Airplane passengers.
(D) Theatre audience.
90. How many minutes is the delay?
(A) Five.
(B) Fifteen.
(C) Twenty-five.
(D) Fifty.
91. What does the speaker ask the listeners
to do?
(A) Eat.
(B) Smoke.
(C) Sign a document.
(D) Turn off their phones.
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92. What kind of organization is this?
(A) Sports.
(B) Music.
(C) Youth.
(D) Scholastic.
94. What happens if a caller presses 1?
(A) He can leave a message.
(B) He can get a monthly schedule.
(C) He can find out about tickets.
(D) He can get on the mailing list.
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95. When will the snowstorm begin?
(A) Wednesday evening.
(B) Friday evening.
(C) Saturday morning.
(D) Saturday afternoon.
96. How much snow will fall?
(A) 2 to 4 inches.
(B) 8 inches.
(C) Less than 10 inches.
(D) 10 to 12 inches.
97. What are listeners advised to do?
(A) Travel.
(B) Stay home.
(C) Turn out the lights.
(D) Drink plenty of water.
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98. At what time will the first group speaker
speak?
(A) 8:45.
(B) 9:15.
(C) 9:30.
(D) 12:00.
99. Where will dinner be served?
(A) In the main meeting room.
(B) In the Red River Room.
(C) In the Blue Mountain Room.
(D) In the club room.
100. What is the new evening activity?
(A) A mountain walk.
(B) A presentation.
(C) A play.
(D) A dance.
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TOEIC – Sujet A – 2. Reading test - KEY
PART 5
Directions: A word or phrase is missing in each of the sentences below. Four answer choices
are given below each sentence. Select the best answer to complete the sentence. Then mark
the letter (A), (B), (C), or (D) on your answer sheet.
101. Salary increases will not be higher
than the cost of _______.
(A) life
(B) live
(C) living
(D) lived
108. Ms. Ravi has already conducted
market
research
_______
two
new
products.
(A) around
(B) from
(C) on
(D) near
102. Feel free to _______ the engineer for
more assistance.
(A) call on
(B) call to
(C) call forward
(D) call at
109. Transactions _______.
(A) have weekly been documented
(B) have been documented weekly
(C) weekly have been documented
(D) have been weekly documented
103. Mr. Goa _______ the proposal before
he looked at the guidelines.
(A) writes
(B) had written
(C) has written
(D) will write
110. Clients are invited to write _______
call for additional information.
(A) but
(B) or
(C) not
(D) either
104. If the project is a success, the office
_______ more help.
(A) would hire
(B) hired
(C) can hire
(D) could have hired
111.
An
answering
machine
messages _______ Sundays.
(A) from
(B) at
(C) in
(D) on
105. The office manager wants
computers _______ by tomorrow.
(A) will be installed
(B) installing
(C) install
(D) installed
112. The solution cannot be determined
_______ the problem is identified.
(A) if
(B) when
(C) until
(D) which
106.
Suggestions
were
_______, none were offered.
(A) in spite of
(B) therefore
(C) however
(D) for this purpose
the
requested;
107. _______ the workers put in a lot of
effort, profits were not high.
(A) Whatever
(B) Why
(C) Even though
(D) However
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113. The director
_______ the memo.
(A) signing
(B) signed
(C) will sign
(D) sign
had
her
takes
assistant
114. If you _______ a touch-tone phone,
you won’t need an operator.
(A) had
(B) are having
(C) have
(D) will have
TOEIC – Sujet A – 2. Reading test - KEY
115.
Our
company
_______
Messenger Service since 1998.
(A) use
(B) used
(C) had used
(D) has been using
Metro
116. The new employees will _______
during training sessions.
(A) catch out
(B) catch on
(C) catch in
(D) catch down
117.
The
_______
announced next week.
(A) finalized
(B) finally
(C) finalist
(D) final
results
will
be
118. The financing deal is expected to
_______ in a matter of weeks.
(A) go up
(B) go out
(C) go through
(D) go beyond
119. The supervisor wants the inventory
_______ by next Thursday.
(A) will be finished
(B) finish
(C) finished
(D) finishing
120. I would ask for a special meeting if I
_______ her.
(A) was
(B) were
(C) am
(D) would be
121. Because he is over 70 years old, Mr.
Carlos is worried _______ his driving test.
(A) with failing
(B) to fail
(C) about failing
(D) to failure
122. Could you please _______ this article
for the annual report?
(A) advise
(B) revise
(C) devise
(D) device
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123. The musicians began playing “Happy
Birthday” _______ the vice-president set
foot in the ballroom.
(A) soon
(B) soon as
(C) as soon
(D) as soon as
124. The analyst predicted that the
company would not go bankrupt _______
might even show profit.
(A) either
(B) or
(C) so
(D) and
125. The consultants issue their reports
_______, though they may miss this week
on account of the holiday.
(A) usually
(B) anymore
(C) already
(D) weekly
126. Have Ms. Chen _______ to Los
Angeles instead of Mr. Trang.
(A) gone
(B) go
(C) went
(D) goes
127. _______ the press secretary’s illness
and the fact that a terrible flu is going
around, today’s meeting is cancelled.
(A) So that
(B) Because
(C) Because of
(D) While
128. He should try _______ a different
word document program if he wants it to be
able to check spelling and grammar.
(A) use
(B) used
(C) uses
(D) using
129. The staff volleyball team is going out
to eat tomorrow after they _______ in the
semifinals tournament.
(A) will compete
(B) will have competed
(C) are competing
(D) compete
TOEIC – Sujet A – 2. Reading test - KEY
130. _______ the language barrier, we are
confident that we will be able to
communicate.
(A) As
(B) Since
(C) Despite
(D) Even though
135. Excluding the first six months that we
were in operation, reports _______.
(A) have quarterly been submitted
(B) have been submitted quarterly
(C) have been quarterly submitted
(D) quarterly have been submitted
136. When the power went out, the clerks
_______ the reports for the meeting.
(A) have copied
(B) will copy
(C) were copying
(D) are copying
131. His test score is low, but it’s higher
_______ it was the last time he took the
test.
(A) as
(B) of
(C) than
(D) from
132. We _______ three earthquake drills so
far this month, yet not once has the fire
department responded.
(A) have had
(B) are having
(C) had
(D) have
133. Not only his sales figures, _______ his
operating costs have gone up this year.
(A) and
(B) but also
(C) so
(D) though
134. The security personnel _______ some
problems over the weekend that prompted
them to call Mr. Nickels at home.
(A) ran into
(B) ran up
(C) ran out of
(D) ran for
137. Mr. Van Dyke _______ play tennis,
but now he does whenever his wife is away
on business.
(A) never used to
(B) used to
(C) had used to
(D) did use to
138. What Ms. Jones meant to say was that
e-mail cannot be sent _______ the network
is operational.
(A) since
(B) until
(C) when
(D) that
139. The _______ staff that we hired to
look after the front gardens has received
many compliments.
(A) maintaining
(B) maintained
(C) maintainable
(D) maintenance
140. As he stood outside his office, Dr. Wu
_______ his secretary talking about his
surprise birthday party.
(A) overheard
(B) overcame
(C) overwrought
(D) overdrew
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PART 6
Directions: Read the texts that follow. A word or phrase is missing in some of the sentences.
Four answer choices are given below each of the sentences. Select the best answer to
complete the text. Then mark the letter (A), (B), (C) or (D) on your answer sheet.
______
Beijing Film Society
18 Yong An Road
10950 BEIJING
PEOPLE’S REP OF CHINA
The Beijing Circus Troupe
55 West Change An Street
100807 BEIJING
PEOPLE’S REP OF CHINA
Dear Lin Wen:
09/24/20__
I recently had the _______ to see your circus troupe perform. I have always found acrobats
141. (A) opportune
(B) opportunity
(C) opportunist
(D) opportunistic
very fascinating and have thought about doing a documentary on them. Though we would not
be able to pay the performers for their interviews and appearances, the documentary would be
good publicity for the circus. Our documentaries air during prime time on Saturday nights and
have a large audience. I understand that your circus has been _______ financially in the past
142. (A) struggle
(B) struggled
(C) struggling
(D) to struggle
year or so. This may be the free advertising that your circus needs.
If you and your troupe agree to do this, you must realize that there will be no scripts to
memorize. All of our films feature people in their natural surroundings and are completely
_______.
143. (A) auditioned
(B) unrehearsed
(C) amateur
(D) digital
Thank you for considering this proposal.
Yours truly,
Chen Hui, Director
______
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______
To: yamamotosales8888
CC: <Yuki>; <Keiko2>
Re: Switching companies
Sent: January 2, 20__
Hello all,
I need you all to come into the office sometime _______ Thursday afternoon, so that I can
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(A) after
(B) before
(C) around
(D) late
give you your new cell phones. I know most of you don’t usually come in on Tuesday or Wednesdays, but
I hope you don’t mind making an exception this week. Your old cell phones will not have any service as of
Thursday at 2:00 p.m.
The main reason that we decided to switch companies is that a new _______ in town is
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(A) providing
(B) provided
(C) provider
(D) proviso
offering a unlimited local calling during the day.
The only drawback is that the new phones do not have a caller identification display. You will not be able
to know who is calling until you answer. This will make it more difficult _______
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(A) avoid
(B) avoiding
(C) to avoid
(D) will avoid
telemarketers. Be careful who you give your business card to if you want to cut down on unwanted calls.
See you soon,
Naoko
______
MEMORANDUM
To: Security Staff
From: Head Office
Subject: New cameras and codes
Date: March 19, 20__
The new cameras that we have been talking about for months have finally arrived. This weekend, two
technicians will be working _______ the clock to remove the old ones and to
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(A) in
(B) over
(C) under
(D) around
_______ the new ones before Monday. There is a chance that the new cameras will not be
148.
(A) install
(B) installed
(C) installing
(D) installation
fully functioning by the time the offices open on Monday.
The new codes for the cameras are available by logging onto the company website and entering your
security password. All security guards will need to learn how to reactivate the cameras after a power
_______. The camera company will be coming to lead an orientation
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(A) outlet
(B) failure
(C) circuit
(D) cord
next week. The date and time are still to be announced. All security guards must attend this paid
meeting! No excuses, please.
______
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TOEIC – Sujet A – 2. Reading test - KEY
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FINANCE JOURNAL
March 20, 20__
By: Mia Snyder
Receiving the Payments that Are Rightfully Yours
Introduction
If you are a business owner, you are probably familiar with this scenario: you’ve sent an oral
or written reminder to your client that an invoice is _______. In return you receive an excuse
150. (A) available
(B) overdue
(C) expecting
(D) claimed
or a promise to pay soon. A week later you are still waiting for your check. You send out a
second notice, but this time there is no response.
_______ payment for late bills is exhausting and frustrating, especially for small or new
151. (A) Request
(B) Requesting
(C) To request
(D) Must request
businesses that rely on each and every cent in order to keep their doors open. What is the first
step in getting the money you are owed? When is the right time to send this overdue bill to a
collections agency? In _______ article we will answer these questions and give you tips on
152. (A) this
(B) that
(C) their
(D) them
how to retrieve your money without losing more than you are owed.
______
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TOEIC – Sujet A – 2. Reading test - KEY
PART 7
Directions: In this part you will read a selection of texts, such as magazines and newspaper
articles, letters, and advertisements. Each text is followed by several questions. Select the best
answer for each question and mark the letter (A), (B), (C) or (D) on your answer sheet.
______
Typing Instructor
1. After clicking “Typing Instructor” on the menu, the program begins. Click “Begin” in the
answer box that appears on the screen.
2. Choose “Typing Basics” from the “Lesson” menu. Text is displayed line by line on the
screen.
a. Click the “Next” button in the top right corner of the screen to advance the text
or “Back” to review previous text. The “Help” button explains more about these
command keys.
b. This important exercise explains the home row and finger locations for typing. In
the two gray fields to the right of the buttons, at the bottom of the screen,
instructions telling users to press specific home-row keys appear. You may
bypass this exercise by pressing the “Next” button.
c. When finished with this orientation, click the white square in the title bar at the
top of the screen (where “How to use this” appears). Once this is done you may
choose any other menu item. You must close “Typing Basics” before beginning
another exercise from the “Lessons” menu.
3. You can follow the lessons in any order you choose, but it is recommended that you
follow them in the order they are presented. The lessons progress from easier to more
difficult. When you have completed a lesson, you can take the lesson quiz. Click “Save”
before exiting the lesson. Your score will be saved, and you will receive a cumulative
score at the end of each section. You can go back and repeat any lesson and any test
whenever you choose. When you click “Save”, your old score will be deleted and your
new score will be recorded.
4. You can test your typing speed at any time by selecting “Typing Speed Rater” from the
menu. Each time you select this item, you will be given a different text to type, thus
ensuring the accuracy of the result.
______
153. What does this passage explain?
(A) A television program
(B) An à la carte menu
(C) A row of homes
(D) A computer typing tutorial
154. Why is this Typing Basics lesson important?
(A) It shows what you have written
(B) It explains how to type
(C) It describes computer hardware
(D) It is the only lesson on the menu
155. Who would find this information valuable?
(A) Novice typists
(B) Computer programmers
(C) Television critics
(D) School administrators
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______
From: Mr. Kim
Sent: Tuesday, August 13, 20__ 9:12 A.M.
To: Administrative staff
CC: Mr. Choi; Mr. Soi
Subject: Meetings
I am writing to let you know that I will be out of town Thursday and Friday attending a conference on
human resources development in Vancouver. (Remember that Wednesday is a holiday, so if you have
anything urgent to discuss with me, please see me today or tomorrow.) When I return, I want to meet
with everyone on the staff, both individually and in groups, in order to fine-tune our planning strategy for
next year. Since the fall is our least busy time of year, I want to concentrate more on future plans for the
human resources department instead of the daily routine of office administration.
In brief, let us get together and you can tell me what ideas you have for better training, safety, dealing
with work-related stress, or anything else that is on your mind.
To prepare for these meetings, would you please fill in the attached schedule and return it to me by email before Monday, August 20, 1:00 P.M. Please list all your committed time so I can compare schedules
and come up with a suitable time for all participants.
Thank you.
Mr. Kim
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156. Which department does this communication
concern?
(A) Administration
(B) Human resources
(C) Planning
(D) Development
158. The word “committed” in paragraph 3, line
3 is closest in meaning to
(A) still available
(B) previously scheduled
(C) billable
(D) suitable
157. What does the writer ask the readers to
do?
(A) Prepare a meeting
(B) Go to a conference
(C) Complete a schedule form
(D) Be more aware of work-related stress
159. Why have the meetings been scheduled for
fall?
(A) Mr. Kim is on vacation
(B) There is a tight deadline
(C) No one is available at other times
(D) It’s not as busy as other times
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160. Which of the following can be accessed with
the DEXREADY CD-ROM INDEXES?
(A) Key words and subject terms
(B) Pacific Rim economic news
(C) Index browsing capabilities
(D) Standard or advanced search levels
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161. Who could benefit from this index?
(A) Computer programmers
(B) Television reporters
(C) Publishing executives
(D) Government policy advisors
TOEIC – Sujet A – 2. Reading test - KEY
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The economic situation in Havaria has been looked at from all angles and analyzed using many
different methods. Unemployment rates, the general skill level of the labor force, the
development of industry, and the potentials of tourism have all been looked at and dissected
and sifted through. At the root of all this, however, lies one simple factor – Havaria’s
antiquated tax system. The growth of tax revenue in Havaria has been limited by basic
problems in the system. A complicated tax structure, inefficient tax collection, and the failure
to enforce tax laws are all simultaneously at work to inhibit the growth of tax revenue. This
cumbersome and inefficient system serves as a hindrance to the country’s economic growth.
To stimulate industrial and business development and new job creation, the system needs to
be reformed. Havaria can become economically sound by the year 2020 if a new tax system is
put in place. This system should include a simplified tax structure, standardized reporting
procedures, and an improved collection system. In addition, penalties for non-compliance will
have to be implemented and enforced. Revenues generated by an improved tax system can be
channelled toward improving the country’s infrastructure, further stimulating economic growth.
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162. Where would this information most
(C) Havaria’s administration is incompetent.
likely appear?
(D) The economy of Havaria will change by
(A) In a daily newspaper
the year 2010.
(B) In an individual tax form
(C) In a science journal
164. The word “complicated” in paragraph
(D) In a law enforcement magazine
1, line 11 is closest in meaning to
(A) complex
163. What is the main idea of this passage?
(B) thorough
(A) Operating costs are cutting Havaria’s
(C) excessive
tax revenue.
(D) fair
(B) Havaria’s tax system needs to be
changed.
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This article investigated the informational flow from the world’s stock markets to the Baltic
States stock and stock index futures markets. When only stock markets were used in the tests,
the conclusion was that the Baltic financial markets follow their international counterparts.
However, when the Baltic stock index futures market was included in the tests, the results
were significantly different. In the latter case it was concluded that the Baltic financial markets
do not follow the lead of the world’s stock markets. When excluding the futures markets, the
results of the informational flow between financial markets may be overestimated. However,
the results discussed here only address the peculiar characteristics of the Baltic stock market
and should not be generalized to other markets.
Other studies have addressed the informational flow from the world’s stock markets to other
specific markets in Europe and elsewhere around the world, and several are mentioned here
but without elaborating on the details. The article also ends with bibliographic references to
some of the more important of these studies for those wishing to make further comparisons.
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165. What is the primary focus of this
(C) Informational flow between the Baltic
passage?
stock market and international stock
(A) Financial informational flow
markets is high.
(B) Futures markets
(D) Baltic stock and stock index futures
(C) The Baltic stock market
markets are the same.
(D) Market generalization
167. This finding is true for what other
166. Which of the following statements is
markets?
true?
(A) All other markets
(A) Baltic stock markets follow international
(B) International stock markets
markets.
(C) Baltic stock markets
(B) Futures markets in the Baltic States are
(D) No other markets
risky.
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168. Which industry is this advertisement
intended for?
169. What does this company do?
(A) Fishing
(A) Provides research consultant
(B) Oil
(B) Makes drilling equipment
(c) Chemicals
(C) Improves technology of drilling
(D) Manufacturing
(D) Promotes shale production
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The EU is presently facing competition and congestion as it attempts to liberalize its
aviation industry. To solve these problems, the EU has begun limiting its members’ control
over their own national aviation resources. By influencing pricing, restricting routes, and
preventing acquisitions, the EU has significantly diminished the role of U.S. carriers in the
transatlantic market.
The long-term implications of these changes are quite complex, however. The aviation
industry is no longer dominated by U.S. carriers; foreign airlines are gaining market strength
because of the growing demand for overseas travel to and from their home countries.
The actions taken by the EU show a hardening attitude toward U.S. dominance of the
lucrative transatlantic air routes. Nevertheless, new limitations placed on U.S. carriers could be
mitigated by individual EU governments’ limiting subsidies to their airlines. Some of the
smaller EU carriers simply will not survive, leaving customers to the U.S. carriers. Those that
do survive will mirror their U.S. counterparts in terms of service and price.
Thus, the total number of airlines serving transatlantic travelers may well decrease at
the same time as service and pricing structures become standardized. As transatlantic travel
becomes increasingly common for both business and pleasure travelers living on both sides of
the Atlantic, it remains to be seen what effect these measures will have on the aviation
industry.
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170. What is the main idea of this passage?
(A) Influencing pricing
(A) The transatlantic aviation market is
(B) Increasing airport taxes
lucrative.
(C) Restricting routes
(B) Some of the smaller EU carriers will go
(D) Preventing acquisitions
out of business.
(C) The EU aviation industry is changing.
172. According to the passage, which of the
(D) Deregulation has greatly affected U.S.
following is true?
carriers.
(A) Aviation is controlled by U.S. carriers.
(B) Larger EU carriers will acquire smaller
171. Which of the following is NOT a
ones.
method used by the EU to diminish the U.S.
(C) Foreign airlines are gaining strength.
market?
(D) Overseas travel is diminishing.
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For about U.S. $50, a cheap, acceptable hotel room can be found in most countries. In
some countries you may even be able to pay less. If you are travelling on a tight budget,
another option is a boarding house. They are normally found in abundance near bus and
railway stations. In some towns with a high number of tourists, it is common for families to
rent rooms to visitors. Both these options are difficult to book in advance. However you can
easily find out about them at the local bus or railway station when you arrive at your
destination, if you are not immediately inundated with offers the minute you step off your bus.
Although travelling this way does not provide the security of knowing exactly where you will
next spend the night, it does have the advantage of giving you an experience with the local
culture that most motels and hotels cannot provide.
Good inexpensive hotels can be found in most cities away from the airport, tourist
areas, and central business districts. There are often great seasonal variations in hotel prices
at resorts. Remember, cheaper hotels do not always supply soap, towels and toilet paper, so
carry these items with you. By going online, it’s a simple matter to find a hotel within your
price range in practically any city in the world. Most sites also include customer reviews, an
especially important feature when booking budget-priced accommodations. In addition, most
hotels and motels offer discounts to travelers making their reservations online.
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173. For whom is this information
intended?
(A) Hotel managers
(B) Car rental agency employees
(C) Realtors
(D) Travelers
175. What may cause changes in hotel
prices?
(A) The seasons
(B) The type of resort
(C) Increases in travel costs
(D) Employee costs
174. The word “abundance” in line 5 is
closest in meaning to
(A) dance halls
(B) wooded parks
(C) dark areas
(D) great quantity
176. What can a traveller get by booking a
room online?
(A) Free soap and towels
(B) Lower room prices
(C) A taste of the local culture
(D) An offer for a free bus ride
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Hoekland Foundation Assists Vistors
The Hoekland Foundation is an independent, non-political, privately financed institution with
the following objectives:
 To promote a better understanding of the Hoekland people, their achievements, problems,
potentials;
 To promote and foster the Hoekland people’s right to a stable, prosperous, and independent
Hoekland;
 To build a just Hoekland, based on a strong and diversified economy.
Through its cordial relationships with the public and private sectors, the Hoekland Foundation
is ideally placed to assist trade delegations, individual businesspeople, and other visitors with
arranging their itineraries and making the necessary appointments. The Hoekland Foundation
also can provide briefings on the economy in general and expert briefings on any specialized
subject required. This service will be given on a cost-refundable basis. Please do not hesitate
to contact us at the following address should you wish to avail yourself of our services.
The Hoekland Foundation
P.O. Box 2299
Barmara, Hoekland 981214
Tel. (045) 555-3434
Fax (045) 555-5672
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177. What is the Hoekland Foundation?
(A) An economic development institute
(B) A political party
(C) A social club
(D) An investment firm
178. What is the focus of this information?
(A) The Hoekland Foundation’s expansion
(B) An announcement of the Hoekland
Foundation’s purpose
(C) The Hoekland Foundation’s upcoming
economic briefings
(D) The cost effectiveness of the Hoekland
Foundation
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Vocational advisor
Community College of Micronesia seeks qualified advisor to join our vocational education
program’s advising team. Advisor must counsel students enrolled in a program serving 350
students each semester and offer support with studies, career counseling, and job placement
opportunities. A knowledge of Micronesia and island economies is a plus. Applicant must hold
an M.A. degree in counseling, education, or related field and have a minimum of two years’
counseling experience, preferably in a secondary or postsecondary education setting. We offer
a competitive salary, housing allowance, paid vacation, health and life insurance, and
professional development opportunities. Interested applicants should send résumé and names
of three references to:
Dr. Bill Tanaka
Vocational Education
Community College of Micronesia
Colonia, Pohnpei 998723
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179. Who would be the most qualified for
this position?
(A) An economics instructor
(B) A psychotherapist
(C) A secondary school advisor
(D) A postgraduate student
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180. Where would this information most
likely appear?
(A) In a newspaper
(B) In a student handbook
(C) In an automotive textbook
(D) In an economics journal
TOEIC – Sujet A – 2. Reading test - KEY
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A MESSAGE FOR: Jack Donaldson
From: Hugh Clifford
Of: Garrison Sprinklers
Phone: 914 555 1234
 Telephoned
 Came to see you
Date: 4/12
Time: 1:15 P.M.
URGENT
 Returned your call
 Please call
 Wants to see you
 Will call again
Message: Hugh Clifford from Garrison Sprinklers called while you were out. He wants to set up
a time to change the settings on the front and back lawns. He says that new water restrictions
are coming into effect on the 15th, and he doesn’t want Cambridge Lanes to receive a fine. You
can only water on even days now. The fines are $50 for the first warning and $500 for each
additional infraction. He said he could come and do it this weekend, but he needs the security
code for the utility room. Also, he said it might be fun to bowl a few games with you if you
have time when he is here.
Signed: Kerry Styles
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TO: Hugh Clifford
FROM: Jack Donaldson
RE: Your phone message
SENT: Friday, April 12, 20__
Hi Hugh,
Sorry I missed your call. I tried to call you back this afternoon, but Lindsay said you were out
with a client and wouldn’t be back until after five. Unfortunately, I have to go away on
business, so we won’t have a chance to talk until Tuesday.
Thanks for keeping me up to date on the watering restrictions this summer. I guess that’s your
job when you own a sprinkler company. It would be great if you could come in and change the
settings for me before Monday morning. The water police are always out in full force on day
one!
I’m not really comfortable writing our security code in an e-mail. Please call Kerry and ask her
for the code. I will make sure that she has it ready for you when you call or come in.
I will have to take a raincheck on that game. How does next Saturday afternoon sound? I’ll call
you when I’m back in town. Maybe we can have lunch first.
Thanks again,
Jack
181. Who is Hugh Clifford?
(A) A Cambridge police officer
(B) The owner of a sprinkler company
(C) The manager of a bowling alley
(D) Jack Donaldson’s security guard
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(C) Send secret numbers via e-mail
(D) Tell Kerry the security code
182. When do the watering restrictions
begin?
(A) On April 12
(B) Next Monday
(C) Next Tuesday
(D) On Saturday the 20th
183. What does Donaldson NOT want to
do?
(A) Go on a business trip
(B) Go bowling with a client
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184. What would happen if Donaldson got
caught watering on April 15?
(A) He would get a caution letter.
(B) He would have to pay $50.
(C) He would have to pay $500.
(D) He would have to pay $550.
185. What does Donaldson suggest doing
next Saturday?
(A) Watching football
(B) Going bowling
(C) Adjusting the sprinklers
(D) Meeting for dinner
TOEIC – Sujet A – 2. Reading test - KEY
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SHIFT CHANGES
POSTED: August 27, 20__
BY: Maria
It appears that some servers need a reminder about the shift-changing rules. I won’t name
any names, but some of you have been switching shifts without getting consent from a
manager. Last night, a mix-up occurred when one of the new servers forgot that she had
agreed to change shifts. The switch wasn’t approved by a manager, and the schedule was
never changed in writing. The manager on duty couldn’t find anyone to cover the shift. We had
customers at two tables walk out of the restaurant when they didn’t receive prompt service. It
is possible that other customers left unsatisfied as a result of this unauthorized shift change. I
hold the person who needed the shift change completely responsible, not the new staff
member. The next time a shift change is made without the consent of a manager, an
automatic dismissal will result.
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August 29, 20__
Red Roosters Restaurant, Inc.
67 Erikson Ave.
Saskatoon, SK SIA 2G4
Canada
Dear George and Maria Rhodes,
First, I want to apologize for causing two walkouts on Sunday night. I realize that the
notice Maria posted was about me. However, I wish that you had called me directly instead of
posting this notice for everyone to see. The staff was talking about it last night, and I was very
embarrassed.
Second, I wanted to say that I don’t agree with how you have been running your
restaurant lately. Most nights there is no manager available when the staff has a problem. I
closed the restaurant myself four nights last week. Though I don’t mind closing, I am not paid
to be a manager. I don’t think I should have to do this when I only make 9 dollars an hour. If
a manager had been available last week, I would have asked him or her for a shift change. My
daughter had a dance recital, and I didn’t want to miss it.
This is also my official notice of resignation. Please remove me from the schedule as
soon as possible.
Sincerely,
Barbara Reynolds
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186. Why did Maria post this notice?
(B) George Rhodes
(A) Customers were unhappy with their
(C) Nobody
food.
(D) A new employee
(B) Some staff complained about the
management.
189. According to Reynolds, how could this
(C) Red Roosters lost business on Sunday
problem have been avoided?
night.
(A) If Maria and George hired new staff
(D) She plans to hire a new manager.
(B) If management had been on duty last
week
187. According to Maria Rhodes, who is
(C) If she could have a night off once in a
responsible for the problem that occurred
while
on Sunday night?
(D) If she got paid more money per hour
(A) George Rhodes
(B) The manager
190. What did Barbara Reynolds decide to
(C) Barbara Reynolds
do after the notice was posted?
(D) The customers
(A) Close the restaurant
(B) Quit her job
188. Who did Barbara Reynolds ask to
(C) Go to the recital
cover the shift?
(D) Apologize to the customers
(A) Maria Rhodes
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Hana Town Council Meeting
Maui Island Inn
Conference Room 8
Friday, March 18
7:00-9:30 P.M.
Refreshments to follow
Please familiarize yourself with the items on this month’s agenda:
1) Roll call
2) Council Member Smythe: Summary of last month’s meeting
3) Council Member Jones: Potential zoning changes in the south end
4) Public Speaker(s): To be announced
5) 15-minute recess (approximate time: 8:15 P.M.)
6) Mayor’s report on recent car thefts
7) Council Member Morris: How to improve your note-taking skills
8) Council discussion and voting on zoning changes
Note to council members: If any of you would like to amend this agenda, please e-mail the mayor’s
office. Remember to copy all council members with any correspondence related to the meeting.
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TO: Louise Jones
CC: <town council group>
FROM: Fred Morris
RE: Town Council Meeting
SENT: March 13, 20__
Hi Louise,
I’ve just had a look at the agenda for the next council meeting. I was wondering whether you would swap
time slots with me. It seems to me it would make more sense for me to present my ideas on note taking
at the beginning rather than at the end of the meeting. That way we call all practice our note-taking skills
as the meeting proceeds. What do you think?
There’s a good chance I will need to leave the meeting halfway through anyway. I have some relatives
coming in from out of town for my daughter’s wedding on Saturday. They need to be picked up at the
airport on the evening of the 18 th. If for some reason you don’t want to switch slots, that’s okay. They
won’t mind waiting for me if I can’t get away. Please let me know as soon as you can so I can forward
the change to the other council members. See you next week.
Fred
This message was sent by: Fred Morris, Associate Professor, University of Hawaii
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191. What will the mayor speak about at
(C) He is a counsellor.
the next town council meeting?
(D) He is a botanist.
(A) Voting rights
(B) Note taking
194. If Jones agrees to the swap, when will
(C) Parking
Morris likely leave the council meeting?
(D) Crime
(A) After the refreshments
(B) Around 8:15 P.M.
192. Why does Fred Morris want to make a
(C) After the seventh agenda item
change to the agenda?
(D) During the mayor’s speech
(A) He wants to arrive at the meeting late.
(B) He wants to speak about zoning
195. In addition to attending a meeting,
changes.
what else does Fred Morris have to do on
(C) He wants to speak after the mayor.
March 18?
(D) He wants to be the second speaker at
(A) Attend a wedding
the meeting.
(B) Meet some people at the airport
(C) Catch a plane
193. What does Morris do for a living?
(D) Notify the other council members of the
(A) He is the mayor.
agenda change
(B) He is a professor.
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Hamish Moore and Sons
ESTABLISHED 2003
For All Your Flooring Needs
ESTIMATE for Carter’s Clothing Co.
Laminate flooring
300 sq. feet Light-toned hardwood:
500 sq. feet Dark-toned press-and-go:
Carpet
(15’ X 12’) #34508:
(1) Maple Tree Print Rug:
(1) Runner #445:
* Installation (estimate): 15 hrs. @ $29 hr.
Estimated subtotal before taxes:
Date of estimate: May 1
We accept cash, credit cards, and personal checks.
* This is an estimate only. Installation may take more or less
All of our flooring comes with a one-year guarantee. You
warranty for $100.
$2,990
$3,423
$476
$90
$35
$435
$7,449
time depending on your current flooring.
may also purchase our ten-year extended
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Hamish Moore and Sons
166 Kent Street, Level 9
SYDNEY NSW 2001
June 3, 20__
Carter’s Clothing Co.
Dear Korbet Windsor,
Thank you for sending a partial payment for our materials and installation services. I received and cashed
your check in the amount of $7,449 today. However, I am concerned that you may not have received our
final invoice. My secretary faxed this to you on May 5, the day after the work was completed. The amount
you sent was for the estimate that we issued before doing the work. The estimate did not include our
final installation charges, nor did it include the applicable taxes.
Unfortunately, the work took 6 hours longer than we estimated. The carpeting that we lifted was rotting
and the floor underneath needed to be cleaned and sanded. The total cost of our installation was $609.
The total of the final invoice including tax was $8,233. If you need another copy of this invoice, please
call me as soon as possible. I will send it to you by express mail. Sorry for the misunderstanding.
Sincerely,
Hamish Moore
President, Hamish Moore and Sons
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196. What would a company have to pay
(B) 15 hours
Hamish Moore and Sons to guarantee their
(C) 21 hours
laminate flooring for one year?
(D) 29 hours
(A) $0
(B) $100
199. What method was used to send the
(C) Around $600
original invoice?
(D) Almost $3,000
(A) Letter enclosure
(B) E-mail
197. What mistake did Carter’s Clothing Co.
(C) Fax
make?
(D) Express post
(A) They forgot to pay for the warranty.
(B) They paid for the estimate instead of
200. How much time elapsed between the
the invoice.
time the estimate was made and the time
(C) They didn’t order enough materials.
the work was completed?
(D) They underestimated the work that was
(A) Exactly 21 hours
needed.
(B) A few days
(C) Several weeks
198. How long did the installation take?
(D) More than a month
(A) 6 hours
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