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Practice 2
Questions 4-6 refer to the following form.

HOW TO COMPLETE YOUR FORMS

All passengers are required to complete the customs declaration form before entering the United
States. You should find a copy of this form inside the seat pocket in front of you; ___________,
if there is no form,

4.

(A) despite the fact

(B) additionally

(C) however

(D) even though

please ask a member of the cabin crew for one before arrival at your final destination.
Passengers who are not U.S. citizens or who are not permanent residents of the United States
are required to fill out either a white I-94 form ___________ a green I-94W form. Passengers
traveling on a visa must complete the white form.

5.

(A) either

(B) and

(C) or

(D) also
If you do not require a visa, you must still have a valid machine-readable passport and complete
the green I-94 form. All forms must be ___________ in block capital using a black or blue pen.

6.

(A) completed

(B) completing

(C) complete

(D) tbeing completed

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Practice 3
Questions 7-9 refer to the following passage.

MADRID - THE PLACE TO BE

Madrid is fast becoming one of Europes most important business center. Many of the
continents most innovative companies and dynamic businesses are already located here.
Many more are joining __________,

7.

(A) it

(B) them

(C) those

(D) that

from cutting-edge IT start-ups to well-established corporate finance institutions. In its new role
as innovation hub of Europe, Madrid today boasts several world-class conference __________.
Add to this

8. (A) calls

(B) tools

(C) facilities

(D) localities

excellent infrastructure and first-class hospitality and its easy to see why the city is now host to
some of the worlds most important trade fairs. In addition to all of this, ___________ , Madrid
remains one of the

9. (A) simply

(B) needless

(C) of course

(D) in spite of

worlds great cultural cities, offering any and every form of culture and entertainment. Just one
more reason to reconsider Madrid.

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Practice 4
Questions 10-12 refer to the following brochure.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES WORLWIDE

LightWorld was established in the U.K. in 1997 and has _________ grown into an international
franchising

10.

(A) while

(B) for

(C) then

(D) since

network of over 50 stores in eight countries. LightWorld is a market leader in providing lighting
solutions for the home and office ________ are practical, stylishly designed, and economical.
We are currently

11. (A) that

(B) who

(C) these

(D) whose

inviting expressions of interest from potential franchisees. LightWorld is interested to hear from
you if you would like to open your own ________ of if you would like to run a LightWorld
network within your own

12. (A) opening

(B) light

(C) outlet

(D) setting

country or territory. For more details about this offer or more about our company, please email
[email protected].

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Practice 5
Questions 13-15 refer to the following brochure.

MORE AMERICAN HOUSEHOLDS BANKING ONLINE

The number of American households doing their banking online grew by 39.2 percent last year.
Experts predict that number to increase by a _________ 22.5 percent this year, and

13. (A) more

(B) larger

(C) further

(D) superior

another 17.6 percent the year after. A total of 33.2 million American households are currently
banking online. Young adults ages 24 to 35 with household incomes of $75,000 or higher are
most likely to do their banking online. Today, nearly _________that group (48 percent) views

14. (A) half

(B) twice

(C) double

(D) two times

bills online, and 46 percent pays bills online. Older adults, those over 65, at all income levels, are
the least likely to bank online.
A representative for the American Association of Online Bankers says banks ______________
their customers to bank online,

15. (A) to encourage

(B) encouragement

(C) are encouraging

(D) have been encouraged

because online banking is much cheaper for banks to provide than traditional in-perso teller
services.

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Practice 6
Questions 16-18 refer to the following memo.

MEMORANDUM
To
:
From :
Date :
Subject :

All TigerNet employees

John Sullivan, CEO
April 4, 2010
Our Future

The recent collapse of our biggest competitor has many of you wondering whether the same
thing could happen here. I would like to set the record straight.
Today, TigerNet is positioned for ___________.


16. (A) success


(B) pleasure


(C) collapse


(D) disappointment
We are the market leader with the highest quality, most functionally complete products and
proven technology, the strongest balance sheet and financial viability, the most experienced and
dedicated workforce, and the most tried, tested, and proven management team in the industry.
While the severe current conditions have weakened many of our competitors-dozens of internet
service providers both small and large have ________

17.

(A) isolated
(B) decreased
(C) withdrawn
(D) consolidated

from the marketplace-we are increasing our market share. As the market continues to consolidate
TigerNet will actually grow. We see enormous business opportunities ahead, and expect _______

18.

(A) the company

(B) a balance sheet
(C) our competitors
(D) their market share

to thrive for at least the next several years.

Our future is bright.
-JS-

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Practice 7
Questions 19-21 refer to the following brochure.

TROUBLESHOOTING YOUR DSL MODEM

Most connection problems ________________

19.

(A) does solve

(B) are solving
(C) could solve
(D) can be solved

by trying one of the following:

1. Power cycle: Shut off both the modem and the computer and wait for 30 seconds. Turn the
modem back on first, and then turn on the computer. After the PPPoE light stops blinking
and stays on, you can reconnect to the interent. NOTE: If your modem does not have an
on/off switch, ______________

20.

(A) insert
(B) depart
(C) unplug
(D) enclose

the modem from the electrical wall outlet to turn it off.

2. Check for line interference: Make sure your modem is not on or __________

21.

(A) in
(B) off
(C) near
(D) throughout

other electrical devices that may interfere with the signal. This includes your computer
monitor, stereo speakers, cordless phone (or its base), or a halogen light.

3. Call the Peacelink Telephone Support Center: You can talk to a technical support
representative. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to midnight, Eastern
time, and Saturday and Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Eastern. 800-555-HELP.

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READING COMPREHENSION
Time budget: Approximately 50 minutes.

In Part VII of the TOEIC exam, you will read a series of short passages in your test book. Each passage is followed by two to
five questions. Each question has four choices. You must select the answer choice that best answers the question and mark it
on your answer sheet.
The passages are typically short news articles, advertisements, public notices, memos, email messages, letters, faxes and other
business correspondence, instructions, and other kinds of everyday texts. They also include graphs, charts, tables, schedules
and other information of this kind.
There are a total of 48 questions in Part VII. There are two kinds of reading passages in Part VII:

1. Single Passage
- there is one reading passage, followed by two to five questions. There are usually nine single
question passages. These are questions 153-184. Single passages make up more than half of


Part VII ( 28 of 48 questions).
2. Double Passages - has two related reading passages that are always followed by five questions. There are four sets of


double passages. These are the last passages of Part VII (questions 185-200),

TEST- TAKING STRATEGIES

STRATEGY 1

KNOW THE DIRECTIONS

1.

Understand what you are being asked to do:

Directions:

In this part, you will read a selection of text, such as magazine or newspaper articles, letters, advertisements. Each text is
followed by several questions. Select the best answer for each question and mark the letter on your answer sheet.

Example: (Single Passage)

Questions 153-155 refer to the following article.
LOW CROP PRICES HURT FARMERS
Unusually low prices for crops are causing hardships for farmers in Canada. Together with a strong Canadian dollar and rising
costs, this has led to large-scale losses on may Canadian farms. The Canadian government forecasts net farm income (NFI) this
year at $870 million, a significant decline from last years $1.8 billion NFI.
NFI for the province of Saskatchewan is again likely to be negative this year at an estimate4d minus $207 million, compared
with minus $77 million last year.
Manitoba, which is still recovering from floods earlier in the year, is also expected to fall behind expenses and is forecast to
have an NFO deficit of $195 million.
Alberta, with its large-scale cattle industry, is generating more income than provinces where farming is based on grains. This
years NFI is forecast at $258 million.
Even at the current low prices, farmers in Saskatchewan and Manitoba are having a hard time selling their grains, due to this
years below-average-quality harvest.
Elsewhere, good returns on dairy, eggs, fruit, and poultry have boosted farm incomes.
153.

What is the expected for net farm income in Canada?

154.

According to the article, which Canadian farm product is selling poorly?

155.

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a problem that Canadian farmers are facing?

(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)

(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)

(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)

It will be much lower than the year before.

It will be about the same as the year before.
It will be higher than the original government forecasts.
It will be significantly lower than original government forecasts.

Nuts
Fruit
Dairy
Grains

Floods
Rising costs
Low cattle prices
Poor-quality crops

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READING COMPREHENSION
Example: (Double Passage)
Revolutionize your investment strategies in as little as an hour!
Thursday, February 12 at 7:00 P.M
Carlton Hotel, St. Morton, LA
We would like to invite you to join renowned investment expert Sandra Gellert for an exclusive free investment
seminar.
Sandra is chief investment officer and portfolio manager of ALC Investments. She recognizes the strong economic
environment in Louisiana right now and would like to help YOU with your investment strategy.
Three-time recipient of the coveted national Fund Manager of the Year award, Sandra brings vision as well as
everyday good sense to strategic financial planning. She holds a bachelor of commerce degree, a master of
business administration degree, a doctorate in finance, and is chartered financial analyst. Tis education combined
with a wealth of successful experience in managing financial portfolio means this seminar is an exciting
opportunity for disciplined investment planning.
Topics to be covered:

Wealth Creation
Global Investment
Financial Services
Oil and Gas
Pensions and Retirement Funds
Foreign Exchange Markets
Specific Company Suggestions

Seating at this event is limited. Please register for this exclusive free session online, or fill out the registration form
on the back of this flyer and fax it to the number given below.
Register Online: www.alcinvestments.com/seminar/registration.html
Register by Fax: (456) 223-1232
This seminar with /sandra Gellert, one of the nations most sought-after speakers on investments, is sponsored by
/synergy Financial, St. Morton City Bank, and Integrated Wealth Services Inc.

(Registration form on back)
REGISTRATION FORM
An Evening with Sandra Gellert

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Thursday, February 12 at 7:00 P.M

Carlton Hotel in St. Morton, LA
Limited spaces- Register now!
Name
Company
Position in Organization
Address
Tel (work)
Tel (evening)
Email
No. of participants

(max 3 per registration)
Name of additional participant
Name of additional participant
Special interests

:
:
:
:
:
:
:

Paolo Grazzi
Consolidated Investments
Senior Financial Advisor
125 6th Street, St. Morton, LA
456-852-1386
456-852-7221
[email protected]

:
:
:
:

2
Michelle Dubois
N/A
International investments, oil and gas, retirement funds

181.

What is learned about Sandra Gellert?

182.

Which of the following will NOT be discussed by Sandra Gellert?

183.

Who is said to be one of the seminars sponsors?

184.

What is learned about Paolo Grazzi?

185.

What will Paolo Grazzi probably do?

(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)

(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)

(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)

(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)

(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)

She has taught at several universities.

She has won an award for her latest book.
She has several business-related degrees
She has over 20 years experience in the financial field.

Real Estate
Currency trading
Retirement planning
Investing internationally

Michelle Dubois
Consolidated Investments
The Morton Chamber of Coimmerce
Integrated Wealth Services Inc.

He has charged the registration to a credit card.

He is especially interested in technology stocks.
He will attend the presentation with one other person.
He is the chief investment officer for Consolidated Investments.

Fax his registration card.

Meet Sandra Gellert for lunch.
Go directly to the Carlton Hotel from the airport.
Discuss his investments strategy with Michelle Dubois.

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STRATEGY 2

READING COMPREHENSION

KNOW THE QUESTION TYPES

1.

The questions usually ask for information in order that it is presented in the passage.

Four basic categories of questions for part VI:

1. Gist - Gist questions will ask what the main topic is, why the passage has been written, or what the passages
purpose is. Gist questions ask about the overall situation, rather than about the specific details.

There is usually one Gist question per passage. Following are examples of Gist questions.

What is the article main about?

Why has the bank written this letter?

2. Detail - ask about the information mentioned in the passage. Examples of what Detail questions might
ask about include what products or services a company provides, how much a product service costs;
when or where an action or event will take place;what role,function, or responsibility people will have;
how a problem or situation is being handled; the order or manner in which things are to done.

Examples of detail questions include:

When is the report due?

How should the filter be cared for?

Some detail questions are asked using NOT. Example:

What is NOT a service provided by Miller Consulting?

What is NOT on the meeting agenda?

3. Implication/ Inference questions- ask about things that are not stated directly in passage. They may ask
about expectations, or probable future actions, they can refer to peoples emotions or feelings.

The following are examples of Implication/ Inference questions:

Why are analysts surprised by the earnings announcement?

What does Mr. Davis imply about the price of his products?

4. Vocabulary - asks you to identify the meaning of a word as it used in the passage. They will refer to a specific
line in a paragraph and will always have the same format. For example:
The word coveted in paragraph 2, line 4, is closest in meaning to

(A) devoted
(B) desirable
(C) fashionable
(D) advantageous

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