FOREWORD
This textbook is compiled to meet the needs of students taking a TOEIC course which
forms part of the curricula at Lac Hong University.
The textbook of TOEIC 3 is intended for students who want to aim for a higher
TOEIC score range of 300 – 350 and equips them with fundamental knowledge as a
preparation step for TOEIC 4.
In selecting the materials for this textbook, the compilers set before themselves a
modest goal. They were guided by the desire to provide the students, within the
framework of the textbook, the possibility of getting acquainted with the format of the
new TOEIC test. Furthermore, they carefully designed the book in order to meet
students’ demand to communicate in an international communication environment
through the four basic skills: Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing.
We are aware of the deficiencies that remain in the textbook in spite of the efforts to make
it an efficient aid in the study of this TOEIC course. Needless to say, the compilers will be
greatly indebted for all constructive feedbacks sent to the General English Department via
[email protected].
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
FOREWORD ....................................................................................... i
TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................................... ii
TEACHING PLAN ........................................................................... iv
END-OF-TERM TEST FORMAT ............................................................ v
GUIDED STUDY
UNIT 1 ..................................................................................................... 1
UNIT 2 .................................................................................................... 8
UNIT 3 .................................................................................................. 15
UNIT 4 .................................................................................................. 22
UNIT 5 .................................................................................................. 29
UNIT 6 .................................................................................................. 36
UNIT 7 .................................................................................................. 43
UNIT 8 .................................................................................................. 50
UNIT 9 .................................................................................................. 56
UNIT 10
UNIT 11
UNIT 12
UNIT 13
UNIT 14
UNIT 15
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SELF-STUDY
END-OF-TERM SAMPLE TEST ............................................. 99
TOEIC PRACTICE TEST ....................................................... 115
VOCABULARY ........................................................................ 158
LANGUAGE FOCUS .............................................................. 173
Conjunctions ................................................................................ 173
Word Family .............................................................................. 175
Comparisons ................................................................................ 177
Nouns and Subject-Verb Agreement .......................................... 179
Relative Clauses .......................................................................... 180
English Verb Tenses..................................................................... 181
Modal Auxiliaries ........................................................................ 189
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Active and Passive ....................................................................... 192
Gerunds and Infinitives ............................................................... 194
Conditional Sentences ................................................................. 198
Inversions and Questions ............................................................. 200
ANSWERS FOR END-OF-TERM SAMPLE TEST .................. 202
ANSWERS FOR TOEIC PRACTICE TEST ............................. 202
TOEIC TEST SCORE TABLE .................................................... 203
REFERENCES ............................................................................... 204
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TEACHING PLAN
TOEIC PREPARATION COURSE
TOEIC 3 (15 weeks x 4 periods = 60 periods)
SECTION I
WEEK
SECTION II
SECTION III
UNIT
LISTENING
VOCABULARY
AND
GRAMMAR
INCOMPLETE
TEXTS
READING
COMPREHENSION
SPEAKING
TOPIC 3.1
Presentation, Discussion,
Questions and Answers
TOPIC 3.2
Presentation, Discussion,
Questions and Answers
TOPIC 3.3
Presentation, Discussion,
Questions and Answers
TOPIC 3.4
Presentation, Discussion,
Questions and Answers
TOPIC 3.5
Presentation, Discussion,
Questions and Answers
TOPIC 3.6
Presentation, Discussion,
Questions and Answers
TOPIC 3.7
Presentation, Discussion,
Questions and Answers
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UNIT 1
PART 1, 2, 3, 4
PART 5
PART 6
PART 7
2
UNIT 2
PART 1, 2, 3, 4
PART 5
PART 6
PART 7
3
UNIT 3
PART 1, 2, 3, 4
PART 5
PART 6
PART 7
4
UNIT 4
PART 1, 2, 3, 4
PART 5
PART 6
PART 7
5
UNIT 5
PART 1, 2, 3, 4
PART 5
PART 6
PART 7
6
UNIT 6
PART 1, 2, 3, 4
PART 5
PART 6
PART 7
7
UNIT 7
PART 1, 2, 3, 4
PART 5
PART 6
PART 7
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UNIT 8
PART 1, 2, 3, 4
PART 5
PART 6
PART 7
Speaking Test
(In pairs)
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UNIT 9
PART 1, 2, 3, 4
PART 5
PART 6
PART 7
Speaking Test
(In pairs)
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UNIT 10
PART 1, 2, 3, 4
PART 5
PART 6
PART 7
Speaking Test
(In pairs)
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UNIT 11
PART 1, 2, 3, 4
PART 5
PART 6
PART 7
Speaking Test
(In pairs)
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UNIT 12
PART 1, 2, 3, 4
PART 5
PART 6
PART 7
Speaking Test
(In pairs)
13
UNIT 13
PART 1, 2, 3, 4
PART 5
PART 6
PART 7
Speaking Test
(In pairs)
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UNIT 14
PART 1, 2, 3, 4
PART 5
PART 6
PART 7
Speaking Test
(In pairs)
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UNIT 15
and
REVIEW
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- Class attendance and midterm
test results announced
PART 1, 2, 3, 4
PART 5
PART 6
PART 7
- Submission of score-sheets with
students’ signatures to the General
English Department
END-OF-TERM TEST FORMAT
At the end of the term, students will take a speaking test and a multiple choice test
which lasts 70 minutes and consists of 2 sections with 7 parts as follows:
SECTION I: LISTENING: 40 Questions (5.0 marks) – Listen just one time
PART 1: Picture Description:
04 Questions
PART 2: Questions and Responses:
12 Questions
PART 3: Short Conversations:
12 Questions
PART 4: Short Talks:
12 Questions
SECTION II: GRAMMAR AND READING COMPREHENSION: 40 Questions
(5.0 marks)
PART 5: Grammar and Vocabulary:
20 Questions
PART 6: Incomplete Texts:
09 Questions
PART 7: Reading Comprehension:
11 Questions
TOTAL NUMBER OF QUESTIONS:
80 (0.125 MARK/CORRECT ANSWER)
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GUIDED STUDY
UNIT 1
SECTION I: LISTENING
Part 1: Picture Description
Listen and choose the statement that best describes the picture.
1.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
3.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
2.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
Part 2: Questions and Responses
Listen to the questions and choose the best answer.
4.
(A)
(B)
(C)
5.
(A)
(B)
(C)
6.
(A)
(B)
(C)
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Part 3: Short Conversation
Choose the best answer to each question.
7. Where is this conversation taking place?
(A) In a car
(B) On a bus
(C) In an airport
(D) In a bus station
8. What time is the next bus?
(A) 11:00
(B) 11:30
(C) 11:15
(D) 12:00
9. Which stand does the woman need to go to?
(A) Eleven
(B) Thirteen
(C) Fifteen
(D) Seventeen
Part 4: Short Talk
Choose the best answer to each question.
10. What is the purpose of the message?
(A) To ask for contact information
(B) To notify a customer of a new item
(C) To remind a customer of a pickup
(D) To suggest eating fresh food
11. What is Mr. Bradley asked to do?
(A) Deliver the cake
(B) Call the store
(C) Buy the item next week
(D) Eat as fast as possible
12. Why does the caller thank Mr. Bradley?
(A) For ordering an item
(B) For delivering the flour
(C) For listening to the message
(D) For picking up the gift
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SECTION II: GRAMMAR AND READING COMPREHENSION
Part 5: Vocabulary and Grammar (Conjunctions)
Choose the correct word or phrase marked A, B, C, or D to complete each sentence.
13. Patients who wish to schedule their biannual check-ups can call us and make -------in advance.
(A) violations
(B) assignments
(C) subscriptions
(D) appointments
14. There is a three-month probation -------- for all new employees.
(A) timing
(B) era
(C) period
(D) sequence
15. We will provide a detailed -------- of our documenting procedures and safety precautions.
(A) price
(B) attention
(C) description
(D) information
16. The accident occurred -------- human error.
(A) because
(B) due to
(C) since
(D) despite
17. We should discuss the issue -------- we take a vote on it.
(A) but
(B) before
(C) after
(D) although
18. -------- he was patient, he was not going to wait for two hours.
(A) Nevertheless
(B) However
(C) Although
(D) Because
19. The new convention center will not open until next January ------- the yesterday’s
press release.
(A) as
(B) so that
(C) instead
(D) according to
20. You need to let one of your colleagues take care of your job -------- you are on
business.
(A) in fact
(B) during
(C) unless
(D) while
21. You can finish the report three days after the deadline, -------- later than that.
(A) though
(B) when
(C) but not
(D) however
22. -------- the adverse weather conditions, the outdoor concert will begin on time.
(A) Prior to
(B) Although
(C) Because
(D) In spite of
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Part 6: Incomplete Text
Choose the best word or phrase marked A, B, C, or D for each blank.
Questions 23 through 25 refer to the following letter.
Intercity Bank, Inc.
Wireless Road
Bangkok, Thailand
August 10
Prapatan Furniture Co.
7 Jalana St.
Chiang Mai
Dear Mr. Indra:
We are expanding our offices in Chiang Mai. (23) --------, we will need new desks, chairs,
(A) Therefore
(B) Nevertheless
(C) However
(D) Nonetheless
filing cabinets and lighting fixtures.
Please send us a catalog and a (24) -------- for the above-mentioned items. Once I have had
(A) price tag
(B) price list
(C) price war
(D) price index
a chance to review this information, I will contact you to arrange a meeting (25) -------(A) therefore
(B) moreover
(C) so that
(D) while
we can discuss my needs and negotiate prices.
Sincerely,
Peter Lofton
President
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Part 7: Reading Comprehension
Choose the best answer marked A, B, C, or D to each question.
Questions 26 through 27 refer to the following notice.
Rush-Rental
Please pick up your reserved car between the hours of 9:00 a.m. ~ 10:00 p.m.
If you are unable to pick up within these times, please ask us for our Drop-off service.
As you are a valuable customer to us, we will upgrade your car.
In some cases, you can even return your car to a different city or state.
Make sure you leave enough time to return the car so you don't get charged for an
extra day.
Even if you're late 3 or 4 hours, you'll probably be charged an extra day.
Office Hours
24 hours, 7 days a week
Thank you for your business and enjoy your stay.
26. By what time should the car be picked up?
(A) 10 p.m.
(B) 9 p.m.
(C) 7 a.m.
(D) 10 a.m.
27. What is NOT mentioned as a benefit of Rush-Rental?
(A) Car upgrades
(B) Easy to return
(C) No late charges
(D) Drop-off service
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Questions 28 through 30 refer to the following coupon.
25% Discount Coupon
The Minton Corporation appreciates your recent purchase of office supplies through
our Internet superstore. To show our appreciation, we would like to offer you this
coupon for 25% off your next purchase. This covers all office supplies on our website,
including paper clips, paper, writing utensils, and staplers. To redeem this offer,
simply enter the special offer code 3JX7781 at the time of your next purchase.
Note: This offer is only valid on purchases of $50 or more.
28. Where can this coupon be used?
(A) In stores
(B) Online
(C) At the post office
(D) By catalog
29. What is the minimum purchase required to redeem the coupon?
(A) $25
(B) $50
(C) $81
(D) $100
30. Which of the following materials is NOT mentioned?
(A) Staplers
(B) Paper clips
(C) Computer supplies
(D) Writing supplies
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SECTION III: SPEAKING
TOPIC 3.1: COMPUTERS AND CELL PHONES
Suggested questions
1. Are you good at using computers? What do you often do with your computer?
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2. What are some advantages and disadvantages of owning a computer?
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3. Should every student have a computer? Why/Why not?
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4. Have computers changed the world? Why/Why not?
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5. When did you first get a cell phone?
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6. Should every student have a cell phone? Why/Why not?
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7. Have your parents ever been angry with you because of your phone use? If so, why?
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8. At what age do you think children should be allowed to have a cell phone? Why?
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9. What do you often use your cell phone for?
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10. What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of using cell phones?
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UNIT 2
SECTION I: LISTENING
Part 1: Picture Description
Listen and choose the statement that best describes the picture.
1.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
3.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
2.
(A)
Part 2: Questions and Responses
Listen to the questions and choose the best answer.
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4.
(A)
(B)
(C)
5.
(A)
(B)
(C)
6.
(A)
(B)
(C)
(B)
(C)
(D)
Part 3: Short Conversation
Choose the best answer to each question.
7. What does the man want?
(A) Desserts
(B) Drinks
(C) Appetizers
(D) Main course
8. What does the woman offer to do?
(A) Reduce the price
(B) Make the waiter serve
(C) Bring the meal
(D) Get the bill
9. How long has the man been waiting?
(A) Five minutes
(B) Ten minutes
(C) Twenty minutes
(D) Thirty minutes
Part 4: Short Talk
Choose the best answer to each question.
10. What will happen next?
(A) Mr. Howard will give a talk.
(B) Mr. Howard will sign books.
(C) Mr. Howard will ask questions.
(D) Mr. Howard will make some copies.
11. When will there be an interview with Mr. Howard?
(A) This evening at 7:30
(B) This evening at 11:30
(C) Tomorrow morning at 7:30
(D) Tomorrow morning at 11:30
12. What is Mr. Howard's job?
(A) He's an author.
(B) He's a teacher.
(C) He's a bookseller.
(D) He's a radio show host.
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SECTION II: GRAMMAR AND READING COMPREHENSION
Part 5: Vocabulary and Grammar (Word Family)
Choose the correct word or phrase marked A, B, C, or D to complete each sentence.
13. To call another company or other places, press 9 for an outside --------.
(A) line
(B) lane
(C) land
(D) lining
14. Your business card should have your contact --------.
(A) information
(B) report
(C) announcement
(D) figures
15. The -------- of being a competent manager lies in coordinating employees and
developing plans that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing.
(A) calculation
(B) compassion
(C) challenge
(D) introduction
16. In my opinion, her leaving early was a very -------- thing to do.
(A) children
(B) childish
(C) childishly
(D) child
17. We could call the TV stations and -------- the opening of our new store.
(A) publicity
(B) public
(C) publicize
(D) publisher
18. -------- in the employment preparedness session has nearly doubled compared to
last year.
(A) Enroll
(B) Enrolled
(C) Enrollment
(D) Enrolling
19. Full payment is due within thirty days upon -------- of this invoice.
(A) receipt
(B) receive
(C) reception
(D) receiving
20. The problem of pollution has become an -------- important issue.
(A) international
(B) internationally (C) internationalize
(D) internationalism
21. The construction signs on the road should be designed to ensure that the warning
lights are -------- visible.
(A) clearness
(B) clear
(C) clearly
(D) clearest
22. The CEO gave a very -------- speech at the employee training seminar yesterday
and many employees liked it.
(A) information
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(B) informative
(C) inform
(D) informer