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TOEIC TEST 001
READING TEST
Time allowance: 75’
In the Reading test, you will read a variety of texts ad answer several different types of reading
comprehension questions. The entire Reading test will last 75 minutes. There are three parts,
and directions are given for each part. You are encouraged to answer as many questions as
possible within the time allowed.
You must mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.
PART 5: SENTENCE COMPLETION
Directions: You will see a sentence with a missing word. Four possible answers follow the
sentence. Choose the best answer t the question and fill in the corresponding oval on your
answer sheet.
……. English had been his first language, Mr. Li might not have misunderstood the sales
representative from the Australian corporation.
A. Unless
B. If
C. As
D. Even
2. After ITC LTD. bought Banana Computers, its brand ____________ increased threefold.
A. recognition
B. recognized
C. recognize
D. recognizable
3. Next June, Avery Animation will unveil a __________ new video game based on the
movie “Warlords.”
A. fascinate
B. fascinating
C. fascinated
D. fascinates
4. Mr. Brown is …….to take on such a big responsibility because he doesn’t feel prepared for
it at this time.

A. relieved
B. relocated
C. reliable
D. reluctant
5. The current ……of this office plans to leave before the end of the month.
A. occupancy
B. occupying
C. occupy
D. occupant
6. We are looking for ways to reduce expenses ….our financial situation is not good.
A. although
B. but
C. because
D. or
7. The office closes …….noon on Saturdays.
A. at
B. on
C. in
D. to
8. The director says that she ….to hire several new staff members next year.
A. plan
B. plans
C. planning
D. planned
9. Mr. Chan ……..in charge of operations since the beginning of last year.
A. is
B. was
C. has been
D. will be
10. Overnight mail is. ….. way to send a package.

A. faster
B. the fastest
C. faster than
D. as fast as
11. The latest version of the software ……..with your new computer.
A. includes
B. is included
C. is including
D. included
12. They brought extra chairs into the room ……..they expected a large number of people to
attend the meeting.
A. although
B. since
C. however
D. nevertheless
13. We have been asked not to walk …….the lobby today because it’s being painted.
1.

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A. beside
B. between
C. around
D. through
14. By the time we got to the train station, the train ………
A. had already left
C. has already left
B. had already been left
D. will have already left

15. Dr. Peter is a famous expert and has ……..experience in his field.
A. extend
B. extends
C. extensive
D. extension
16. The train ……..Chicago leaves at 4:00 A.M
A. in
B. at
C. to
D. by
17. This car is ………cheap nor reliable
A. but
B. both
C. either
D. neither
18. ……this paper in the closet next to the box of envelopes.
A. put
B. Putting
C. To put
D. Will put
19. They decided not to rent that office because it was not very…….
A. space
B. spaced
C. spacious
D. spaciousness
20. He realized that nobody had been ……the checkbook.
A. balance
B. balances
C. balanced
D. balancing

21. Of all the people who applied for the position, he is the ……….
A. qualified
B. more qualified
C. most qualified
D. qualification
22. Prices are expected to ……before the end of the year
A. up
B. rise
C. raise
D. growth
23. They will review your application …….you have submitted all your paperwork.
A. soon
B. as soon
C. as soon as
D. soon than
24. There is not much agriculture in the area because the...…yearly rainfall is so low
A. available
B. avenging
C. avaricious
D. average
25. Please use the parking spaces that ……for visitors.
A. Designates
C. are designating
B. designated
D. have been designated
26. If there …….some restaurants near the hotel, we would not have to spend time and money
on taxis.
A. were
B. was
C. will

D. would be
27. The status reports …...the financial projections were both late.
A. or
B. and
C. but
D. nor
28. The Mid America Airlines flight ……Phoenix will be arriving at gate 9 in five minutes.
A. from
B. in
C. by
D. on
29. The chief engineer is knowledgeable and ….
A. industrious
B. industry
C. industrial
D. industries
30. Mr. Ross promised ……the charts before tomorrow’s staff meeting.
A. to prepare
B. prepare
C. preparing
D. prepared
31. If the smoke alarm rings, ….the building quickly.
A. leaves
B. leave
C. leaving
D. will leave
32. The department requires someone with …….in international law.
A. exploration
B. experience
C. explanation

D. expectancy
33. The bookcase is …....the door.
A. beside
B. among
C. between
D. across
34. ………5:00, the subway becomes very crowded.
A. when
B. after
C. since
D. while
35. A good chef is always ready to...…..recipes.
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A. adapt
B. adoption
C. adept
D. adjourn
36. All travel arrangements must be completed …….December 5.
A. with
B. in
C. for
D. by
37. If you don’t want to get stuck in a traffic jam, you should avoid ….during rush hour.
A. drive
B. driving
C. to drive
D. driven
38. Once, you start using the new software, you will be able to do your work much more….

A. ease
B. easily
C. easier
D. easement
39. They made a very …..offer, so we signed the contract made a very …..offer, so we signed
the contract.
A. attract
B. attracted
C. attraction
D. attractive
40. This car is …..cheap nor reliable.
A. but
B. both
C. either
D. neither

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PART 6: TEXT COMPLETION
Directions: You will see four passengers, each will three blanks. Under each blank are
four answer options. Choose the word or phrase that best completes the statement.
Question 41-43 refer to the following letter
Mr. Hans Anders
987 Cherry Avenue
Wilson, CA, 34764
Dear Mr. Anders,
Thank you for purchasing from Walcliffe Books. Your order will be shipped immediately.
Barring any delays at the Canada- US border, it should arrive in 7-10 days. However, should
your order fail to arrive (41)…………that time period, you will be able to track the location of

your order using your transaction number on our website
41. (A) after
(B) within
(C) among
(D) since
At Walcliffe Books, the (42)………….truly comes first. Therefore it you are not completely
42. (A) customizing (B) custom
(C) customer
(D) customary
satisfied with our service and the products you receive, we promise to deliver your next purchase (43)
………..free of charge.
43. (A) eventually
(B) willingly
(C) efficiently
(D) absolutely
Thank you for shopping at Walcliffe Books and we hope to serve you again in the future.
Sincerely,
William Hearst
Sales Manager
Walcliffe Books
Question 44-46 refer to the following advertisement
DO YOU TRAVEL.(44).........ON BUSINESS?
(A) rarely
(B) uncommonly (C) frequently
(D) occasionally
CALL ATA, THE ASIAN TRAVEL AGENCY
We’re the place for busy travelers like you. We take care of the logistics so you can focus on
your job. We handle airline, hotel, and rental-car reservations throughout Asia, and we always
offer the (45)…………prices. Our regular business clients receive a 5% discount on every
order.

(A) low
(B) lower
(C) lowly
(D) lowest
Our (46)……….staff is ready to serve you in English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean and Thai.
(A) multilingual (B) multiplied
(C) multitude (D) multifold
For excellent service, call ATA to learn more.
Question 47-49 refer to the following e-mail
To:
From:
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Subject: Technology conference
Are you interested in going to the IFT conference in Taipei in December? (47)……topic is
technology of the future.
47.
(A) Its
(B) It’s
(C) Our
(D) His
Everyone says this is one of the best technology conferences around. I wanted to go last
year, but I (48)……..fit into my schedule. If you want to go,
48.
(A) can’t
(B) mustn’t
(C) couldn’t
(D) shouldn’t
then we should talk to our (49)………..soon. I want to be sure that we can get permission to go.

49. (A) supervisors (B) coworkers (C) assistants (D) customers
I haven’t heard anyone else talk about it, so we have a good chance of getting approval.
Reply soon!
Shih-Yi
Question 50-52 refer to the following announcement
Thank you for choosing to fly Trinata Airlines. We ask all passengers (50)……… their
itinerary with
50. (A) confirmation (B) confirming (C) confirmed
(D) to confirm
Trinata Air within 48 hours of your flight time, as it is possible that weather conditions and
other unforeseen events could lead to flight cancellations. To improve service in the future, at
each (51)……….that Triana serves, we are distributing short satisfaction surveys to arriving
passengers.
51. (A) location
(B) locate
(C) locating
(D) located
These surveys are completely optional. We hope you have a satisfactory experience flying
with Trinata, and we will do our best to serve you (52)………..you arrive at your final
destination.
52. (A) although
(B) therefore
(C) until
(D) nevertheless

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PART 7: READING COMPREHENSION
Directions: You will see single and double reading passages followed by several

questions. Each question has four answer choices. Choose the best answer to the
question and fill in the corresponding oval on your answer sheet.

Questions 53-55 refer to the following Notice
FREE SUNGLASSES AND CASE
Purchase a 12 month subscription to Vacation the Nation today and receive a free
pair of Sunnies Sunglasses with your very own soft leather case*. TO get your
free Sunnies follow these easy steps:
1. Purchase a copy of Vacation the Nation, New York’s #1 Travel magazine
2. Fill out the application card (found in the center of the magazine)
3. Mail the card and $21.95 US to the address provided
*This is a limited offer only. Application and funds must be received no later than
Dec 1st 2013. Canadian residents should add $3 US for shipping. Offer not
available for residents outside of North America.
53.

54.

55.

What is this advertisement for?
A. A summer trip
C. a special deal
B. A travel company
D. a free magazine
How much do the sunglasses cost?
A. They are free with a subscription
C. They cost $3 Canadian
B. They cost $1
D. They cost $21.95 US

Who cannot benefit from this special deal?
A. Canadians
B. UK residents
C. North Americans
D. US residents
Questions 56-57 refer to the following announcement
MEMORANDUM
To: Supervisors
From: Judy Linquiest, Human Resource Manager
Sub: Probation periods
As of January 1st all new employees will be subject to a 3 month probationary period. Medical, holiday,
and flextime benefits will not apply to new staff members until the full 3 months have expired. After the
three months have been completed, please contact your employees and inform them that their
probationary period has ended. The HR department will contact you by email 2 days in advance to
remind you of the date. Thank you for your cooperation
56.
What is the main purpose of this memo?
A. To inform all employees of a new expiration date.
B. To put staff members on probation.
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57.

C. To introduce the HR department.
D. To inform supervisors of a change in policy.
When does the change come into effect?
A. Today
B. In 2 days
C. In 3 months

D. On Jan 1st

Questions 58-60 refer to the following announcement

LOW AIRFARES
New York
Berlin
$349
New York
San Francisco
$239
New York
Bombay
$699
Washington
Rome
$575
San Francisco
Paris
$735
All flights make at least one stop with a change of aircraft. These prices available only on a
two-week advance purchase. Alterations made after ticketing will be subject to $25 fee. No
refunds
58.

59.
60.

If you go from New York to Berlin, what happens?

A. You get the refund.
C. You’re charged the extra charge
B. You change planes.
D. Your fare costs $239
How early do you have to purchase your ticket to get the lowest fare?
A. 1 day
B. 1 week
C. 10 days
D. 14 days
If you want to change the ticket, what do you have to do?
A. Trade tickets at the airport.
C. Pay a $25 charge
B. Buy a new ticket.
D. Fly with another airplane.
Questions 61-64 refer to the following instructions
This year, the Department of Education will allow all students to renew their student
loans online through our department website. To complete this process you will need to have
a personal identification number (PIN), which you will use to access your personal account
information. If you do not have a PIN, you can establish one by going to the website and
entering your last name and social security number. After that, you will be allowed to select
your PIN, as you will need it for all future use on the website. This PIN can be used year
after year. There is no need to create a new PIN next year once you have made one this year.
This estimated time to create a PIN is about five minutes.
61. Who is this information directed toward?

A. Social workers

B. Teachers

C. Politicians

D. Students

62. What do you need to access about information?

A. A personal identification number
B. Five minutes of computer time
63. What do you need to create a PIN if you do not have one?
A. Your student ID number
B. Your last name
64. How can students renew their loans online?
A. through department website
B. in person in department

C. Online education
D. A code word
C. Your phone number
D. Your first name
C. with their teachers
D. no mentions

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Questions 65-68 refer to the following article
LONDON – In May, Great Britain’s Home Office, deciding on compensation for a man who served
four years in prison for industrial espionage that he did not commit, ruled that he was entitled to about
$1.1 million. They said, however, that he would have to reimburse the prison about $23.000 for four
years’ room and board. The outraged Michael O’Brien, age 34, was freed by a Court of Appeal. He
said, “They don’t charge guilty people for bed and board. They only charge innocent people!”

65. Who decided that Michael O’Brien should be released from prison?

A. The Queen
B. A group of judges

C. A government agency
D. Popular opinion

66. What has Mr. O’Brien been convicted of?

A. Robbing a bank
B. Forging documents

C. Spying on other companies
D. Embezzling thousands from his company

67. The word “commit” in line 5 is closest in meaning to

A. Believe in

B. profit from

C. condone

D. carry out

68. What is upsetting Mr. O’Brien?

A. He has to pay back money to the prison.
B. He has to pay money to the Home Office.

C. He will have more money than he ever dreamed of
D. The authorities never caught the real spy

Questions 69-72 refer to the following letter
World travel tour
32 Palm Tree Biulevard
Playa del Coco, Floria, 39539
Mr. and Mrs. Ivan Thoms
78 Putnam Street
River City, New York, 10131
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Thomas,
Thank you for joining the World Travel tour to Emerald Island. We look forward to seeing you at the
Ocean Breezes Hotel on April 2nd. At your request we have reserved for you an ocean view room with
twin beds. Please notify hotel staff in advance of your arrival if you wish to make any changes in this
room arrangement.
When you check in at hotel, mention that you are a participant in the World Travel tour and the staff
will inform the tour leader of your arrival. Tour participants will gather in the Ocean Breezes restaurant
at 6:30 for dinner and a chance to meet each other. A complete itinerary for the tour will be distributed
at that time. The tour leader will explain the tour activities and you will have the opportunity to ask
questions.
Your hotel room and three meals a day at the hotel restaurant are included in the price of the tour.
The cost of transportation between the airport and the hotel will be paid by the individual participants. I
have enclosed some informational brochures that may be of interest to you. Please don’t hesitate to
contact me if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
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George Harris

Assistant Director of Tours
Encl. Emerald Island Airport shuttle Schedule
Your Guide to Emerald Island
69. When should Mr. and Mrs. Thomas tell the hotel if they want to change their room
reservation?
A. As soon as they arrive at the hotel
B. When the tour leader arrives at the hotel
C. Before they arrive at the hotel
D. After all the tour participants have arrived at the hotel

70. When will Mr. and Mrs. Thomas find out the complete tour schedule?

A. It is enclosed with the leader
B. During dinner at the hotel restaurant

C. When they check in at the hotel
D. They already know it

71. The word “distributed” in paragraph 2, line 4, is closest in meaning to

A. Disturbed

B. Revised

C. Itemized

D. Sent around

72. Who wrote the letter?

A. A tour participant
B. A travel agency employee

C. A hotel employee
D. The tour leader

Questions 73-75 refer to the following article
Those old Movie Goer magazines in the basement may be worth more than you would
imagine. A 152 copy featuring Clark Gable can be worth over $750 and an old Lucille Ball is
valued at $900. But it’s not just the oldies that are worth so much money. A collection of
twenty-five Lost in Space covers form June, 2001 sells for more than $450 online. “The
internet has been great for collecting and has made it a lot easier to find things”, says George
Boulis, 58, a Boston based collector who has all the Movie Goer Magazine covers. They’re
worth about $28000. And what do you think is the most valuable issue? The first one, of
course: a mint-condition copy goes for more than $1850.
73. What is this article about?
A. The literary value of Movie Goer Magazine
B. How George Boulis became a very rich man
C. The monetary value of old issues of Movie Goer Magazine
D. The monetary value of old covers of Movie Goer Magazine
74. Where does the writer assume the readers may have old issues of this magazine?

A. In the attic

B. In the basement

C. Under their beds

D. In the garages

75. Which is the most valuable issue of this magazine?

A. The premier issue
B. The ultimate issue

C. The one with Lucille Ball
D. The one with Clark Cable

Questions 76-77 refer to the following notice
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OFFICE CENTER TOWERS
This is to inform all tenants that tomorrow morning, October 10 th, service work will
be performed on the building fire alarm system between the hours of 8:30 and
10:00. As part of this procedure, it will be necessary to test the alarm and you may
hear it go off three or four times in the course of the morning. Do not be concerned
when you hear the alarm go off. It is part of the normal service routine. If you have
any questions, please contact the building superintendents’ office. Thank you for
your patience.
76. What is the purpose of this notice?

A. To let tenants know that the fire alarm system will be repaired
B. To tell tenants about a fire that occurred in the building
C. To warn tenants about the danger of fires
D. To inform tenants about what to do in case of fire
77. What should tenants do if they hear the fire alarm during 8:30 and 10:00?
A. Leave the building immediately
C. Continue with their usual activities
B. Contact the building superintendent

D. Wait patiently for the fire department to arrive
Questions 78-80 refer to the following letter and e-mail

6 WEEK FOIL FENCING COURSE FOR BEGINNERS
BFC will be running a beginners course in foil and the details are as follows:
Venue: Hallfield School, Church Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham
Duration: 6 weeks
When: Tuesday Evenings - 7.00pm – 8.00pm
The cost of the course includes the following:
• The provision of all protective equipment.(Participants are required to wear loose fitting
top/’T’ shirt, loose fitting trousers trousers and non marking indoor training shoes).
• A certificate and badge for grade I foil.
• Social membership of the British Fencing Association.
It is anticipated that everyone completing the course will reach Grade 1 level or higher.
Cheques should be made payable to:- Birmingham Fencing Club (BFC).
Please return the completed application form together with the fee to:
M Whitehouse, 208 Wheelers Lane, Birmingham B13 0SR
Any queries please contact Mike Whitehouse on 07973 632831- BIRMINGHAM
78. How long is the course?

A. Tuesday evenings
B. 7.00 pm- 8.00 pm C. 6 weeks
D. half of a month
79. Who is this course suitable for?
A. Beginners
C. Students at certain levels
B. Grade 1 level
D. Students of all levels
80. Where will the fencing lessons take place?
A. Mike Whitehouse

B. Hallfield School C.208 Wheelers Lane D. Birmingham
Questions 81-85 refer to the following schedule and e-mail

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To:
From: monica_kowalski@ pikesvillepaper.com
Subject: train and hotel reservations
Henry,
Please arrange my train ticket and hotel room for the paper producer’s conference in Winston
next week. It begins on Wednesday with a luncheon, so I will need to arrive before noon. But please
don’t put me on one of those early trains. You know how I hate to get up early. The conference is at
the High Tower Hotel, but don’t get me a room there. I’d prefer to stay at the Inn at Winston. Ask
for a room with a view of the park. Book it for Wednesday and Thursday nights. I’ll stay Friday
night with my cousins, who live in the town. Book my ticket home for Saturday. Any afternoon
train will do.
Thanks,
Monica

NATIONAL RAILWAY SYSTEMS
SCHEDULE:PIKESVILLE-WINSTON
DEPART PIKESVILLE

ARRIVE WINSTON

DEPART WINSTON

ARRIVE PIKESVILLE

5:30 AM*

8:45 AM

6:45 AM *

10:00 AM

7:45 AM

11:00 AM

8:15 AM

11:30 AM

9:30 AM

12:45 PM

10:15 AM

1:30 PM

2:30 PM*

5:45 PM

1:45 PM *

5:00 PM

4:14 PM

7:30 PM

3:30 PM

6:45 PM

* WEEKDAYS ONLY
FARE INFORMATION
WEEKDAYS: $55 EACH WAY
WEEKENDS: $43 EACH WAY

81. What time will Monica probably leave Pikesville on Wednesday?
82.

83.

84.
85.

A. 5:30 AM
B. 7:45 AM
C. 9:30 AM
D. 11:00 AM
How long is the train trip between Pikeville and Winston?
A. 2 hours, 15 minutes
C. 3 hours, 15 minutes

B. 2 hours, 45 minutes
D. 3 hours, 45 minutes
Where does Monica want to stay on Wednesday night?
A. The High Tower Hotel
C. Her cousins’ house
B. The Inn at Winston
D. At home
What time will she arrive home on Saturday?
A. 11:30 AM
B. 1:30 PM
C. 5:00 PM
D. 6:45 PM
How much will Monica’s round-trip ticket cost?
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A. $43

B. $55

C. $98

D. $ 110

Questions 86-90 refer to the following letter and chart
36 Young Street, Ellington
April 23rd, 2013
Margaret McCarthy
84 Martins Street, Ellington
Dear Ms. McCarthy,

Thank you for your recent inquiry about PowerGen Electricity. I apologize for not replying
sooner; however, we have been having some trouble with our customer address database. This
problem has now been resolved and I am pleased to answer your questions.
In your letter, you asked for advice on how to cut your electricity bill. We are aware that our
customers want to find the most efficient, yet economical ways to use electricity in their homes.
You might be surprised to learn that cutting down on electric cost is easy to do. I am enclosing a
chart of the average energy costs of most major home appliances. All you need to do is look at
the chart, work out how many hours you use an item in an average week, then multiply that
number by cost per hour. If you do this for each item on the list, you can calculate your monthly
charge.
E.g. If you use your washing machine everyday for one hour, you will need 17 cents per week.
To reduce costs, wait till you have enough clothes for a full load. You could cut as much as 5
cents. This may not sound like much, but imagine reducing the time for every appliance. The
total savings will add up.
I hope this helps you.
Sincerely,
Alan Bred

Use the chart below to work out your monthly usage. We have listed the most common
household appliances that most people use on a regular basis.
Appliance
Average Energy Cost
Clock
4 cents /week
Computer (Monitor. Printer)
77 cents /week
Electric Blanket (125 watt)
1 cent /hour
Hair dryer
9 cents /hour

Radio
11 cents /10 hours
Stereo
16 cents /10 hours
Television
22 cents /10 hours
VCR
2 cents /hour
Washing machine
2 cents /hour
Microwave oven
12 cents /hour
Oven
11cents /hour
86. Who would be interested in this chart?

A. The owner of a hardware store
B. People who want to save money

C. Department store
D. Real estate agents
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87. Which appliance uses the least energy?

A. oven
B. Washing machine C. Clock
D. Hair Dryer
88. What kind of company is probably Powergen?

A. A utilities company
C. A medical supplies company
B. A high street retailer
D. An electrical appliances supplier
89. Which of the following appliances is NOT mentioned in the text?
A. Air conditioner
B. Washing machine C. Oven
D. Printer
90. How much cheaper is using an oven than a microwave oven?
A. 1 cent/ hour
B. 2 cents/ hour
C. 3 cents/ hour
D. 4 cents/ hour
Questions 91-95 refer to the following message and e-mail
A Message for: Simon Oliver
From: Amada Lopez
Date: Monday, May 23
Phone: 213-568-0937
Time: 2:30
X Telephoned
Came to See You
Returned Your Call
Message: Regarding your appointment with Ms. Lopez this afternoon at the City View Café,
because of an emergency, she won’t be able to make it. She would like to reschedule and
suggests tomorrow, afternoon or any time the following day. If neither of these days works,
Friday might be possible. Please let her know before 6:00 this evening, Also she reminds you
that she needs to see a copy of your project report.
Signed: Paulina Kraft
To:

From:
Subject: Message from Ms. Lopez
Date: May 23, 4:45
Mr. Oliver,
Did you get the phone message from Ms. Lopez I left on your desk? She called you just five
minutes after you left the office to meet her. I hope you didn’t wait for her too long. I can call
and reschedule with her if you’d like. I’ve checked your schedule and tomorrow doesn’t look
possible because of the conference, but you have plenty of free time the day after. I will make
up a packet for you to take to her with the document she requested as well as the photos you
took. Let me know about the reschedule.
Ms. Kraft
91. Why did Ms. Lopez call Mr. Oliver?

92.
93.
94.

95.

A. To invite him out for coffee
C. To cancel their appointment
B. To ask for help in an emergency
D. To tell him about a conference
What time did Mr. Oliver leave the office?
A. 2:25
B. 2:30
C. 4:45
D. 6:00
What day does Ms. Kraft suggest that Mr. Oliver meet with Ms. Lopez?
A. Monday

B. Tuesday
C. Wednesday
D. Friday
What will Mr. Oliver take to show to Ms. Lopez?
A. A report and some photos
C. A schedule
B. A conference program
D. A café menu
What is probably Ms. Kraft’s job?
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A. A photographer
B. A Project director

C. A café owner
D. An Office assistant

Questions 96-100 refer to the following memo and e-mail
MEMO
To: All personnel
From: Marvin Mclean, Office Manager
Re: Workplace safety workshop
Date: November 17
On December 7, a workshop on workplace safety will be offered by Elvira Walters of the
National Workplace Safety Commission. The Workshop will take place in Conference Room
2 from 9:30 to 11:30. This workshop is required for all department heads and
recommended for all staff members. Please let me know before Nov 22 if you plan to
attend. Also, please let me know if you can’t attend at this time but are still interested. If
there is enough interest, we will offer the workshop again at a later date. Finally, because

the end of the year is fast approaching, let me take this opportunity to remind everyone
that attendance at a minimum of three staff development workshops per year is required
of all personnel. A schedule of upcoming workshops is posted outside my office.

To:
From:
Subject:



safety workshop

Hi, Marvin,
I’d like to attend next month’s workshop on workplace safety that was mentioned in the memo you sent
out yesterday. Please put me on the list. After this workshop, I will have fulfilled my attendance
requirement for this year. Also, I would like to apologize in advance because I will probably arrive about
15 minutes late. I have to be downtown early that morning for a breakfast meeting, but it shouldn’t last
much past 9:00, and then I can catch the subway to the office. I hope a slightly late arrival won’t be a
problem.
Thanks.
Sandy
96. Who has to attend the workshop?

A. All staff members
C. Department heads
B. The security officer
D. The office manager
97. When did Sandy Bayliss write her e-mail message?
A. Nov 17
B. Nov 18

C. Nov 22
D. Dec 7
98. What time will Sandy Bayliss probably arrive at the workshop?
A. 9:00
B. 9:15
C. 9:30
D. 9:45
99. How many workshops has Sandy Bayliss already attended this year?
A. one
B. Two
C. Three
D. Four
100. Where will Sandy’s breakfast meeting take place?
A. At Marvin McLean’s office
C. Downtown
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B. At her office

D. In conference Room 2
THE END OF READING TEST

TOEIC TEST 002
READING TEST
Time allowance: 75’

In the Reading test, you will read a variety of texts ad answer several different types of reading
comprehension questions. The entire Reading test will last 75 minutes. There are three parts, and
directions are given for each part. You are encouraged to answer as many questions as possible within

the time allowed.
You must mark your answers on the separate answer sheet.

PART 5: SENTENCE COMPLETION
Directions: You will see a sentence with a missing word. Four possible answers follow the sentence.
Choose the best answer t the question and fill in the corresponding oval on your answer sheet.

1. When Mr. Taylor gets here, we ………the meeting.
A. start
B. will start
C. have started

D. are starting

2. Don’t forget to sign the application form …..you submit it.
A. while
B. after
C. as soon as

D. before

3. The final report should be sent ….the company’s main office before the end of the month.
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A. in

B. to

C. on

D. at

4. All employees ……..to attend next Friday’s staff meeting.
A. encourage
B. will encourage
C. are encouraged

D. are encouraging

5. The association conference will take place …December.
A. in
B. on
C. at

D. of

6. Mr. Jones ………investing in that company, but he finally decided against it.
A. considered
B. considerate
C. considerable D. considerably
7. If we hadn’t left the house so late, we ………the plane.
A. wouldn’t have missed
C. won’t have missed
B. wouldn’t miss

D. won’t miss

8. These reports must be turned ……..before the end of the week.
A. off

B. on
C. up

D. in

9. Sam worked very hard and put in a lot of overtime hours because she hoped for an ……..in her
salary.
A. incursion
B. inquiry
C. increase
D. inquest
10. Register early if you would like to attend next Tuesday’s………on project management
B. seminar
B. reason
C. policy
D. scene
11. The new law will encourage growth in the export market……..
A. in fact
B. possible
C. next year
D. sometimes
12. Paul Brown resigned last Monday from his position as…….executive of the company.
A. fine
B. chief
C. front
D. large
13. The financial audit of Soft Peach Software………….completed on Friday by a certified accounting
firm.
A. To be
B. having been C. was

D. were
14. The organizers of the trip reminded participants to ……at the steps of the city hall at 2:00 p.m
A. see
B. combine
C. meet
D. go
15. ………is no better season than winter to begin training at Silver’s Fitness Center.
A. When
B. It
C. There
D. As it
16. The recent worldwide increase in oil prices has led to a ………demand for electric vehicles.
A. greater
B. greatest
C. greatly
D. greatness
17. Dan Peter has a wide range of experience,…….worked in technical, production, and marketing
positions.
A. having
B. has
C. having had
D. had
18. The train ……..Chicago leaves at 4:00 A.M
A. In
B. at

C. to

19. The company has quit ……..in that magazine.
A. to advertise

B. advertise
C. advertising

D. by
D. advertisement

20. The person who is taking the minutes will be seated ………the chairman.
A. from
B. to
C. next
D. by
21. The employees ……..about the closure before the announcement was made public.
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A. know

B. knew

C. known

D. have known

22. If you ……your application tomorrow, you will still be eligible for the job.
A. to submit
B. submitted
C. submit
D. submits
23. …….it was a holiday, the doctor performed the emergency surgery on the heart patient.
A. During

B. Because
C. Although
D. Since
24. We feel …….about coming to an agreement on this issue soon.
A. hoping
B. hopeful
C. hopefully

D. to hope

25. I might……..my work better if I hadn’t always been so rusted.
A. enjoyed B. to enjoy
C. enjoying
D. have enjoyed
26. He…….as the fool and beverage manager in this hotel since he left his last job.
A. work
B. is working
C. worked
D. has been working
27. I suppose you know ……operate this machine.
A. to
B. how
C. how to

D. to how

28. This car is ………convenient and reliable.
A. But
B. both

D. neither

C. either

29. ……this paper in the closet next to the box of envelopes.
A. Put
B. Putting
C. To put

D. Will put

30. My line manager wants the meeting……..immediately.
A. To arrange
B. arrange
C. arranged

D. be arranged

31. The software developers ……….investigated the latest problem.
A. Are just B. still
C. have yet

D. have already

32. The flight arrives …….Tokyo in three hours.
A. in
B. at
C. into

D. on

33. First quarter revenue………$45 billion from $44 billion a year earlier.
A. rose to
B. increased
C. declined from
D. expanded at
34. They will review your application …….you have submitted all your paperwork.
A. soon
B. as soon
C. as soon as
D. soon than
35. The new service was expected to be a success; …..very few customers upgraded their accounts.
A. yet
B. although
C. because
D. nevertheless
36. The walls were painted this morning, so …..them.
A. touch
B. don’t touch
C. touching

D. not to touching

37. He is excited about the new promotion and looking forward to ……..more responsibilities.
A. take on
B. taking on
C. taking in
D. getting up
38. Property taxes …….about 40% of the overall tax revenue the state collects.
A. make

B. account for
C. are raised
D. are made of
39. We discussed …….a temporary assistant to help out with the extra work.
A. hire
B. hired
C. hiring
D. to hire

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40. The clerk ……..the computer manual from the secretary.
A. lent
B. to loan
C. loaned

D. borrowed

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PART 6: TEXT COMPLETION
Directions: You will see four passengers, each will three blanks. Under each blank are four answer
options. Choose the word or phrase that best completes the statement.

Questions 41-43 refer to the following letter.
Dear Customer,
Your Quimby Bank Certificate of Deposit (CD), number 005589403, will mature on January 12 with a value of
$5,095.86. If you ……………….no action,

41. A. take

B. taken

C. taking

D. will take

your CD will automatically renew for another six months and will earn the interest rate in effect on January
12. The following reinvestment options are also available to you.
1. An Authorization to Renew Form is ……………with this letter. If you wish to add
42. A. enclose
B. encloses
C. enclosed
D. enclosure
funds to your CD, simply complete and return the form to us no later than five business
days before the maturity date.
2. Quimby Bank Investment Advisers are available to discuss your financial situation with you. ……………
can help you understand how CD and other investment options can fit
43. A. It
B. He
C. She
D. They
in with your overall financial plan. Call the Quimby Bank Customer Service Office to set up an appointment.

Thank you for banking with Quimby.
Sincerely,
Romana Higgins
Vice President

Questions 44-46 refer to the following notice.
City Bus Line
Notice of Fare Increase and Schedule Changes

Fare Increase

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As of May 31 there will be a 25% increase in all bus fares on the City Bus Lines. The normal fare will go up to
$2.50 during regular hours and $3.50 during rush hour. Senior citizens possessing a valid City Bus Line Senior
Citizen Identification Card will be …………$1.25 to
44. A. paid

B. charged

C. reimbursed

D. compensated

ride the bus during regular hours and $2.00 during rush hours.

Schedule Changes
The number 42 bus, which ………………leaves the train station every half hour, will leave the
45. A. promptly

B. usually

C. currently

D. previously

train station every 45 minutes as May 31.

The number 56 bus, serving the Greensville neighborhood, will no longer run as of May 31.

Any question or concerns ……………these changes should be directed to the City Bus Line
46. A. refusing

B. regaining

C. referring

D. regarding

Office of Public Relations.

Questions 47-49 refer to the following notice.
DISPUTING A BILL
If you have reason to believe that an item on your bill is wrong or if you need more information about any
part of your bill, please contact us by writing to the Customer Service address shown on the front of this
statement. We must hear from ……………within 90 days of the date on the
47. A. us

B. him

C. you

D. it

Statement. When writing to us about your bill, please include your name and account number and a
complete description and explanation of the error you claim. You will not have to pay the amount in
question while we are ……………your claim. We need to receive your explanation
48. A. investigating

B. interrogating

C. intrusting

D. invalidating

In writing, however. If you have any questions about the procedures, please telephone the Customer
Service office for ……………with making your claim.
49. A. assists

B. assisted

C. assistants

D. assistance

Questions 50-52 refer to the following letter.

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February 5, 20…

To Whom It May Concern:

This is to serve as a letter of references for Ms. Alicia Maldonado, who worked for us from January until
November of last year. During her time with us, Ms. Maldonado proved herself to be a reliable and
responsible worker. We ………………always count on her to get the job done
50. A. can

B. could

C. could have

D. could never

Well and on time. She acquired many job skills while working with us and was capable of taking on more
responsibilities. In fact, I planned to give her a ……………but, unfortunately
51. A. demotion

B. promotion

C. probation

D. detention

For us, she decided to leave the company for personal reasons. I understand that her husband’s company
transferred him to a position in another city. We miss Ms. Maldonado’s contributions to our work and were
very sorry to see …………….go.
52. A. him

B. us

C. her

hers

I believe Ms. Maldonado would be a great asset to any company.

Sincerely,

Maria Taylor

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PART 7: READING COMPREHENSION
Directions: You will see single and double reading passages followed by several questions. Each
question has four answer choices. Choose the best answer to the question and fill n the
corresponding oval on your answer sheet.

Questions 53-54 refer to the following form

MOVING?
Find out this card and mail it to the businesses and publications that send you mail. For the best results,
mail this card at least one month before your moving date.
Date

April 12

Your name

John Carpenter

Old Address 268 Monroe Highway

(Number and street)
Salem

South Carolina

(City)

(State)

29702
(Zip Code)

New Address 764 Alston Street
(Number and street)
Columbia

South Carolina

(City)

(State)

29805
(Zip Code)

New address is effective immediately

53. What is the purpose of this form?
A. To apply for a new address

C. To order a publication

B. To notify business of an address change
54. When is the form effective?
A. March 12
B. April 12

D. To find the location of a business
C. May 12

D. In 12 days

Questions 55-57 refer to the following warranty

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LIFETIME GUARANTEE
ATTENTION: PURCHASER
This PRODUCT GUARANTEE ensures that the pair of EXPLORER boots that you have purchased will last
forever.
Duration: Lifetime
EXPLORER will replace the boots should they become damaged during the course of everyday usage. This
includes the sole and upper leather portion of the boot. No other company offers such an extensive
GUARANTEE.

In order to fulfill this GUARANTEE the purchaser must retain the original receipt of purchase and visit an
authorized EXPLORER dealer.

This GUARANTEE will not cover damage that occurs as a result of negligence, abuse, misuse, fire, or theft.

55. What is the duration of the guarantee?
A. one year
B. five years

C. ten years

D. forever

56. What is required to make a claim?
A. The original laces
C. The product guarantee
B. The receipt

D. Proper identification

57. What is covered under the guarantee?
A. The sole is damaged while walking on rocks.
B. The boots are stolen from the owner’s house.
C. Damage occurs after being outside for a long time.
D. A shoelace is burned while on a campfire.

Questions 58-61 refer to the following report
Eurovision’s CEO, Francisco Divine has had his reputation damaged after several board members have
come forward to accuse Divine of embezzling company funds. Three years ago Eurovision became the
largest European distributor of satellite TV, with a market share of over 60%. However, recently, the
company’s share prices have plummeted amid rumors of scandal.
Other sources suggest that Divine may step down from the position of CEO in order to save the company
from greater loss. This scandal comes at s difficult time for Eurovision, as European competition stiffens
in the wake of new technology being incorporated into the new satellite systems.

58. What is this report mainly about?
A. A scandal involving the royal family
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B. Stiff competition in the American market
C. Scandal involving Eurovision’s CEO
D. The improvement of European satellite technology
59. What is the source of the controversy?
A. Technology theft
B. Embezzlement charges

C. Money laundering

D. Price dumping

60. What is likely to happen next?
A. The CEO will resign the position
B. The controversy will end
C. Eurovision will sell off its American subsidiary
D. A marketing campaign will be launched
61. Where would you find this report most likely?
A. A medical journal
C. An office memo
B. A nationwide newspaper

D. A provincial government elections ad

Questions 62-65 refer to the following advertisement

SKILFULL CHEF IN NEED!!!
Are you excellent at preparing European food?
Do you have a certificate in cooking?

Do you have a polite manner?
Are you NEAT and TIDY?
Are you good at working with other people?
Say YESSSSSSSS???
Contact HAPPY CHICKEN RESTAURANT at 1145 Delicious Avenue, Dream city
Please send a letter with your profile or bring the profile to the above address.

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62. What is the advertisement about?
A. The restaurant finds a good cook.

C. The restaurant sells chicken.

B. The restaurant chef is skilful.

D. The restaurant has a good chef.

63. How many qualities does the restaurant require from candidates?
A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
64. What do candidates need to have?
A. A polite behavior

D. 5

C. Aconfident telephone manner

B. A certificate in European languages

D. Good European speaking

65. Which statement is NOT TRUE about the future chef of the restaurant?
A. He is good at cooking European food.
C. He works alone.
B. He is neat and tidy.

D. He is polite

Questions 66-67 refer to the following notice
Information for Building Visitors
All visitors must register at the Security Desk when entering the building. You will receive a visitor’s
badge. Keep it visible at all times while in the building. The security officer on duty will notify the office
you are visiting and an escort will be sent down to meet you. Please wait for your escort by the
elevators. Badges are not required in the lobby and ground-floor cafeteria, which are open to the
public.
The cafeteria and lobby area close at 6:30 PM, and the security officer goes off duty at 7:00 PM. All
visitors must be out of the building before the security officers goes off duty. Exceptions to this rule
must be arranged beforehand. For more information, speak with the security manager during normal
office hours, 9:00 Am to 5:00 PM
66. What must visitors do while in the building?
A. Wear a visitor’s badge

C. Avoid the cafeteria

B. Stay with the escort

D. Remain in the lobby

67. What time should visitors leave the building?
A. After 9:00 A.M
B. Before 5:00 P.M

C. At 6:30 P.M

D. Before 7:00 P.M

Questions 68-70 refer to the following advertisement
6 Week Foil Fencing Course for Beginners
BFC will be running a beginners course in foil and the details are as follows:
Venue: Hallfield School, Church Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham
Duration: 6 weeks

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