Contents
Introduction ................................................................................................................................................... 2
Which test should I take? .............................................................................................................................. 3
Philadelphia Testing Sites and Fees .............................................................................................................. 4
General Testing Vocabulary ......................................................................................................................... 5
General Testing Speaking Practice ............................................................................................................... 6
More Advanced Listening Practice ............................................................................................................... 7
Practice Speaking Prompts ........................................................................................................................... 9
General Writing Practice............................................................................................................................... 9
Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC): Overview ..................................................... 10
TOEIC Speaking Test Practice Questions .................................................................................................. 12
Read a Text Aloud ...................................................................................................................................... 12
Respond to Questions ................................................................................................................................. 12
Propose a Solution ...................................................................................................................................... 14
Describe a Picture and Write a Sentence Based on a Picture ..................................................................... 14
Possible Answers: ....................................................................................................................................... 19
TOEIC Reading Sample Questions............................................................................................................. 20
Text Completion Sample Prompt:............................................................................................................... 20
TOEIC Written Requests: Sample Questions ............................................................................................. 21
Opinion Essay Questions: ........................................................................................................................... 22
Web Resources............................................................................................................................................ 23
Introduction
This packet reviews basic testing strategies for the TOEIC. It is highly recommended to use this packet in
a Conversation Partner session, but it can also be used for self-study. Start with general vocabulary,
speaking and reading practice for comprehensive language review relevant to multiple tests. Further
practice can be found under Web Resources.
All answers to grammar exercises are included. You will also need headphones and internet access for
some of the listening and speaking prompts.
The TOEFL and IELTS packets also offer questions that are similar in nature and could be used for
additional practice.
GRE; TOEFL
Business school
GMAT; TOEIC
Law school
LSAT
LSAT: $165
Offered at Drexel, LaSalle, Temple, and UPenn in June, October, December and February
View site for more information:
http://www.lsac.org/docs/default-source/jd-docs/testcentercodes.pdf
GPS
Characteristics of storms
Names of storms in 2010
Early origins of humanizing storms
Sixth sense
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
Greek gods
Alex, Bonnie, Collin
Service area in 0.5 miles
Mind reading
Dangerous and unexpected
A: 4
B: 3
C: 1
D: 5
E: 2
Egypt
Satellite data (or topography data)
Pottery
Young Egyptians
Practice 6:
1. C. Department of Sanitation
2. B. Motorists do not pay attention when driving around garbage trucks
3. C. Thank sanitation workers for what they do
Read a statement about a specific topic and provide your opinion on the topic. Provide relevant examples
from your own knowledge or experience.
Should more money be put into space exploration? Why or why not?
Part 1: Photographs:
Part 2: Question-Response
You will hear a question and must choose the best response from three possible answers.
Part 3: Conversations
For this section, you will hear for statements and must choose the one that best fits the
picture.
You will hear a brief conversation and then asked three questions about what happened in
the conversation.
Similar to the section above, except you will listen to a single speaker talk about a
particular topic, then answer three questions.
Reading
You will be asked to choose the appropriate word or phrase to make the sentence
grammatically correct.
Similar to the section above, you will choose the appropriate word or phrase, but this
time in a longer text (such as a letter).
You will read texts such as bulletins, letters, or advertisements and answer questions
about the text in multiple choice format.
Writing:
We would like to cordially invite you to the international gala for new students. The event will be held in
the main lobby of the business school on Friday, February 17th. In addition to meeting new friends and
colleagues, you will have the opportunity to join student organizations and vote for our next Class
Ambassador. Interested in attending? Contact us!
Sample 2:
Dear Tenants,
Please note our new policy on admitting pets into the building. If you bring a new pet into your unit, you
must notify the landlord and pay the $200 pet deposit. Failure to do so will result in eviction. At this time,
we only allow cats and small dogs in the units. We may ask for proof that your pets have received proper
vaccinations before permitting them in the building.
Respond to Questions
Sample 1:
Imagine that you are being given a customer satisfaction survey over the phone.
What would you do if you ordered a product and it wasnt what you expected?
Have you ever returned a product? Why or why not?
Do you prefer to shop online or in stores? Why or why not?
Sample 2:
Imagine that you are talking with friends about your TV preferences.
Propose a Solution
Sample Prompt: Listen to this voicemail. You will have 30 seconds to prepare and 60 seconds to
respond.
Good afternoon, this is Steve Simmons. Last night, I accidentally left my credit card at your restaurant.
Unfortunately, I am leaving today for a business trip and I wont have time to pick up the card. What is
the best way for me to get my card back as quickly as possible? I am willing to pay for any postage costs
if you send it to my home address.
Sample Prompt 2: Listen to this voicemail. You will have 30 seconds to prepare and 60 seconds to
respond.
Hello, I bought a dress from your store. I intended to give it to my niece as a birthday gift, but it is too
small on her. When I tried to exchange it for a larger size, the sales representative told me that there were
no more dresses available. I do not have the receipt anymore. Please let me know how I can resolve this
situation.
Possible Answers:
Picture 1: The man is pushing the woman down the sidewalk on a skateboard.
Picture 2: The man and woman are mapping out a business plan with sticky notes.
Picture 3: The four women are giving a presentation using a projector screen.
Picture 4: The chef is showing the young man how to cut vegetables.
Picture 5: The woman works at a bakery. She is counting money from the register.
Picture 6: The boy is fixing a computer. The boy is plugging the wire into the back of the computer.
Respond to the email with at least two requests for further information.
Sample Question 2:
From: The Clothing Cottage
To: Customer
Subject: Your return
Sent: May 5, 3:32PM
We are sorry that you were not satisfied with your order. You may return or exchange your item or call us
to speak with a customer service representative.
Respond to the email requesting at least two forms of clarification on returning or exchanging an item.
Web Resources
Sample Tests:
http://www.etsglobal.org/Tests-Preparation/The-TOEIC-Tests/TOEIC-Sample-Tests
http://www.english-test.net/toeic/
http://www.4tests.com/toeic
http://www.testden.com/challenge/free-toeic.asp
http://www.rosemeadcollege.edu/en/programs/toeic/sample.php
http://www.thithutienganh.com/ (Click on TOEIC Sample on left then scroll down page for tests)