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http:123link.prouDCY1FOREWORDThis textbook is compiled to meet the needs of students systemizing the knowledgeabout English learned in TOEIC 1, TOEIC 2, and TOEIC 3 together with upgradingtheir basic English knowledge and practicing skills in Listening, Speaking, Reading,and Writing in order to not only equip students with the ability to communicate anduse English in the learning and working environment but build a solid foundation forTOEIC 5 as well.Hopefully, after completing TOEIC 4, students can achieve TOEIC test scores withinthe range of 350400.We are aware of the deficiencies that remain in the textbook in spite of the efforts tomake it an efficient aid in the study of TOEIC course. Needless to say, the compilerswill be greatly indebted for all constructive feedbacks sent to the General EnglishDepartment via generalenglishdeptlhu.edu.vn.
FOREWORD This textbook is compiled to meet the needs of students systemizing the knowledge about English learned in TOEIC 1, TOEIC 2, and TOEIC together with upgrading their basic English knowledge and practicing skills in Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing in order to not only equip students with the ability to communicate and use English in the learning and working environment but build a solid foundation for TOEIC as well Hopefully, after completing TOEIC 4, students can achieve TOEIC test scores within the range of 350-400 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 TOEIC course Needless to say, the compilers will be greatly indebted for all constructive feedbacks sent to the General English Department via generalenglishdept@lhu.edu.vn i TABLE OF CONTENTS Page FOREWORD i TABLE OF CONTENTS ii TEACHING PLAN iii END-OF-TERM TEST FORMAT iv GUIDED STUDY UNIT 01 UNIT 08 UNIT 15 UNIT 22 UNIT 29 UNIT 36 UNIT 43 UNIT 50 UNIT 56 UNIT 10 62 UNIT 11 68 UNIT 12 74 UNIT 13 80 UNIT 14 86 UNIT 15 92 SELF-STUDY END-OF-TERM SAMPLE TEST 100 TOEIC PRACTICE TEST 117 ANSWERS FOR END-OF-TERM SAMPLE TEST 161 ANSWERS FOR TOEIC PRACTICE TEST 162 TOEIC TEST SCORE CONVERSION TABLE 163 GLOSSARY 164 REFERENCES 171 ii TEACHING PLAN TOEIC PREPARATION COURSE TOEIC (15 weeks x periods = 60 periods) SECTION WEEK UNIT SECTION SECTION GRAMMAR AND READING COMPREHENSION LISTENING SPEAKING VOCABULARY & GRAMMAR INCOMPLETE TEXTS READING COMPREHENSION UNIT PART 1, 2, 3, PART PART PART TOPIC 4.1 Presentation, Discussion, Q & A UNIT PART 1, 2, 3, PART PART PART TOPIC 4.2 Presentation, Discussion, Q & A UNIT PART 1, 2, 3, PART PART PART TOPIC 4.3 Presentation, Discussion, Q & A UNIT PART 1, 2, 3, PART PART PART TOPIC 4.4 Presentation, Discussion, Q & A UNIT PART 1, 2, 3, PART PART PART TOPIC 4.5 Presentation, Discussion, Q & A UNIT PART 1, 2, 3, PART PART PART TOPIC 4.6 Presentation, Discussion, Q & A UNIT PART 1, 2, 3, PART PART PART TOPIC 4.7 Presentation, Discussion, Q & A UNIT PART 1, 2, 3, PART PART PART Speaking Test (in pairs) UNIT PART 1, 2, 3, PART PART PART Speaking Test (in pairs) 10 UNIT 10 PART 1, 2, 3, PART PART PART Speaking Test (in pairs) 11 UNIT 11 PART 1, 2, 3, PART PART PART Speaking Test (in pairs) 12 UNIT 12 PART 1, 2, 3, PART PART PART Speaking Test (in pairs) 13 UNIT 13 PART 1, 2, 3, PART PART PART Speaking Test (in pairs) 14 UNIT 14 PART 1, 2, 3, PART PART PART Speaking Test (in pairs) 15 UNIT 15 and Review PART 1, 2, 3, PART PART PART - Class attendance and self-study results announced - Submission of scoresheets with students’ signatures to the General English Department iii 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 sections with parts as follows: SECTION A: 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 B: 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: iv 80 (0.125 MARK/CORRECT ANSWER) GUIDED STUDY UNIT SECTION 1: LISTENING PART 1: Picture Description Choose the statement that best describes what you see in the picture (A) (B) (C) (D) (A) (B) (C) (D) (A) (B) (C) (D) PART 2: Questions and Responses Listen to the questions and choose the best answer (A) (B) (C) (A) (B) (C) (A) (B) (C) PART 3: Short Conversation Choose the best answer to each question How long did it take Larry to find his files? (A) 20 minutes (B) A couple of hours (C) One day (D) Two days Where did he leave the files yesterday? (A) In Lieberman's office (B) Under a pile of other papers (C) Under his desk (D) In the restroom What is the speakers' attitude toward Larry? (A) Disapproving (B) Delighted (C) Indifferent (D) Compassionate PART 4: Short Talk Choose the best answer to each question 10 Who is most likely speaking? (A) An athlete (B) A rental manager (C) A building tenant (D) A building caretaker 11 What does the speaker say about the building? (A) Most of the tenants are famous athletes (B) There are presently no units available for rent (C) It is located next to the waterfront (D) The sports center is closed for the time being 12 According to the speaker, which of the following is NOT available to the residents? (A) An indoor sauna (B) Tennis courts (C) Squash courts (D) A swimming pool SECTION 2: GRAMMAR AND READING COMPREHENSION PART 5: Vocabulary and Grammar Choose the correct word or phrase marked A, B, C, or D to complete each sentence 13 The doctor’s office will only refund fifty percent of the processing fee for patients who fail to …………… their appointments A arrive B hold C keep D meet 14 As consumer demand for organic foods ……………, farmers are more often choosing to switch from using artificial growing aids to more natural methods A constructs B admits C increases D denies 15 Accounts Receivable is …………… part of the Financial Department and must present its weekly reports at the departmental meetings A official B officiate C officious D officially 16 The two sides were no closer to a final …………… at midnight than they were at noon A agreement B agreeable C agree D agreed 17 Our union representative …………… members that our rights would be defended A assured B assuredly C assurance D assure 18 The company was looking for highly motivated people when it …………… its branch office A expand B expanding C expanded D was expanded 19 The museum is …………… closed for structural repairs and will reopen at the beginning of next month A late B highly C currently D calmly 20 We take great …………… in announcing that our company has obtained a good reputation in the international market A please B pleased C pleasure D pleasant 21 …………… speaking, some caffeine helps people stay up late and concentrate on their tasks A General B Generally C Generalize D Gene 22 Admiral Cruise remains …………… to a safe and healthy cruise environment for all its tourists A committing B commitment C committee D committed PART 6: Incomplete Text Choose the best word or phrase marked A, B, C, or D for each blank Questions 23-25 refer to the following letter Mark Reynolds Director, Reynolds' Consulting Level 9, Ford Building, 124 Oak Street Queens, Cincinnati Dear Mr Reynolds, I am currently contacting all of Cadey Cleaning Services' existing clients to inform …………… of an upcoming change 23 A they B them C their D themselves As of July 15, I will be taking over the management of the company I hope that we can have a positive business relationship for many years to come I understand that you are a long-time client of Cadey's, and I would like to assure you that you have nothing to worry about In the near future, we will continue to provide you with cleaning services …………… the same conditions according to your 24 A through B over C under D beyond agreement with the previous owner There is a chance that we may …………… introduce 25 A suddenly B gradually C randomly D abruptly changes to a variety of policies over the course of time However, I promise that we will not anything without advance warning Please contact me at 09-876-8812 if you have any issues you would like to discuss Warm regards, Ranjeet Prakesh Owner/Operator, Cadey Cleaning Services Part 2: Questions and Responses Listen and choose the best response A B C Listen and choose the best response A B C Listen and choose the best response A B C Listen and choose the best response A B C Listen and choose the best response A B C 10 Listen and choose the best response A B C 11 Listen and choose the best response A B C 12 Listen and choose the best response A B C 13 Listen and choose the best response A B C 14 Listen and choose the best response A B C 15 Listen and choose the best response A B C 16 Listen and choose the best response A B C 102 Part 3: Short Conversations Questions 17 through 19 refer to the following conversation 17 Why did the woman enjoy her vacation? (A) She enjoyed the beach (B) The weather was great (C) She met a lot of people (D) She slept a lot 18 How does the woman feel now? (A) She is relaxed (B) She feels great (C) She feels sleepy (D) She is not tired 19 What does the man tell the woman to do? (A) Tell him about the holiday (B) Get some sleep (C) Eat some food (D) Go home Questions 20 through 22 refer to the following conversation 20 How many times has it rained that week? (A) Five (B) Six (C) Seven (D) Eight 21 What does the man want to do? (A) Swim at the beach (B) Surf (C) Relax on the beach (D) Go for a drive 22 What are they going to do? (A) Drive along the coast (B) Get on a ship (C) Take a walk in the bay (D) Go surfing 103 Questions 23 through 25 refer to the following conversation 23 Why is the man packing? (A) To go to New Jersey to attend medical school (B) To visit his sister (C) To take his father to New Jersey (D) To move to London 24 How will the man get to New Jersey? (A) By car (B) By train (C) By plane (D) By ship 25 What is mentioned about the man's sister? (A) She is related to the woman (B) She couldn't find a job in New Jersey (C) She is trying to find a job in England (D) She always wanted to work overseas Questions 26 through 28 refer to the following conversation 26 Where did the woman hear about the advertisement? (A) From the store manager (B) From the fabric importer (C) Her brother told her about it (D) She saw it in a newspaper 27 Why does the woman want to buy baby clothes? (A) She needs a present for her sister (B) Her brother asked her to buy some (C) She wants to resell them (D) The other items are too pricy 28 What has happened to the advertised baby clothes? (A) They are out of stock (B) There was a mistake in the advertisement (C) They were overpriced (D) Other stores have the same brand 104 Part 4: Short Talks Questions 29 through 31 refer to the following talk 29 When is the work scheduled to begin? (A) Later today (B) On the weekend (C) During the study break (D) Next week 30 According to the speaker, what is the benefit of the change? (A) The new lockers will be bigger (B) Studying will be easier (C) There will be more belongings (D) You can study from home 31 What does the speaker say students must do? (A) Choose a new lock combination (B) Discard their old locks (C) Remove their possessions (D) Take a break from studying Questions 32 through 34 refer to the following talk 32 How can you register for classes? (A) By mail (B) In person (C) By fax (D) On the Internet 33 Who is eligible for classes? (A) Only adults who are residents of the area (B) Any adults, whether a resident or not (C) Teenagers and adults who are county residents (D) Children and teenagers only 34 What situation will result in a full refund? (A) Applying for a refund (B) A registration error (C) Too few people to start the class (D) Payment is non-refundable in any situation 105 Questions 35 through 37 refer to the following message 35 What does the manager want to do? (A) Go to the meeting (B) Leave (C) Save electricity (D) Thank Julie 36 What should Julie turn off? (A) The printer, photocopier, and lights (B) The computer and printer (C) The printer and lights (D) The photocopier and lights 37 Who left the copier on last night? (A) The boss (B) Julie (C) Someone in the office (D) The janitor Questions 38 through 40 refer to the following announcement 38 Where is this announcement taking place? (A) On a plane (B) In a car (C) At an airport (D) On a boat 39 How many islands will the group visit today? (A) One (B) Two (C) Three (D) More than four 40 What will the guests on Aruba Island? (A) Go shopping (B) Eat at nice restaurants (C) Go to the beach (D) Take a bus This is the end of the Listening test 106 BỘ GIÁO DỤC VÀ ĐÀO TẠO TRƯỜNG ĐẠI HỌC LẠC HỒNG ĐỀ THI CUỐI KỲ (60%) MÔN THI: TOEIC READING – TOEIC - ĐỀ MẪU THỜI GIAN: 45 PHÚT (SINH VIÊN KHÔNG SỬ DỤNG TÀI LIỆU.) SECTION B: GRAMMAR AND READING COMPREHENSION Part 5: Grammar and Vocabulary She was put on the project because she is as accurate at attending to details -she is thorough in checking them A that B than C as D so New Zealand has population per square mile than that of Korea A fewer B little C the least D much less As the of rate changes, many consumers have stopped making long distance telephone calls to relatives and friends overseas A issue B result C finding D conclusion The unreasonable of his superior drove him from his job A to demand B demanded C demand D demanding a dog in a sealed car on a hot summer day is against the law in some country A Hit B Parked C Leaving D Shouting The review recommended the television program to of all ages A watch B teenager C audiences D criticisms 107 Debts that prove to be difficult to collect are given over to companies -specialize in such matters A who B that C what D whose The audience had opportunity to ask questions A ample B often C plenty D considerate A recent court ruling the issue of getting unit pricing from competitors’ proposals A said B ruled C spoke about D explained to 10 The temperature dropped twelve degrees in three hours, finally leveling off at the freezing point A also B below C before D including 11 The order processing department fell in its work while the new system was being installed A down B over C behind D forward 12 he was in Singapore, he stayed at the Raffles Hotel A When B Where C Although D As soon as 13 Offices that a continuous backlog of unfiled documents should consider computerization A are experienced B experiencing C experienced D experience 14 Poetry is sometimes considered an elitist art form it often requires education to appreciate A unless B caused C because D nevertheless 108 15 Since the road was under repair, a detour was made by the road crew A avail B available C availability D availing 16 It was decided that water distribution should be the management of a separate agency A on B over C off D under 17 The brochures arrived to be shipped with the rest of the order A on time B at time C timely D times 18 Professional ice hockey were first formed in the beginning of the twentieth century A associate B associating C associated D associations 19 On Wednesday, a luncheon was held the Mayor A in charge of B in honor of C in favor of D in excess of 20 In addition to his own kitchen, Montreal chef Jean-Luc is a consultant to restaurants in New York and Paris A hiring B dining C running D cooking 109 PART 6: Incomplete Texts Questions 21 through 23 refer to the following warranty WARRANTY INFORMATION Intosca Sotty warrants the products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for a period of one year from the date of purchase If a product proves to be during the warranty period, you should send the product 21 A defect B defective C defects D defecting to the service center with the proof of purchase date including your name, address 22 A finalized B distributed C essential D designated and telephone number Intosca Sotty will repair or replace the product with a similar product, and pay for return shipping 23 A charges B budgets C fines D prices Questions 24-26 refer to the following information Employment Guide for Job Seekers Live Career Consulting is an established company that can help make your job interview successful We have been to providing useful tips for the best interview attitude 24 A considerable B motivated C attractive D committed First, find out more about the company you hope to work for Second, dress to make a good impression 25 A slightly B properly C immediately D fluently Third, be aware of some basic interview etiquette tips But the most important thing to remember is that you should be on time for your interview, because all the employers expect employees on time for anything 26 A arrive B should arrive C to arrive D for arriving 110 Questions 27-29 refer to the following message From: Jeff Berka To: Sean in Personnel Subject: The tour of the facilities Date: Fri, 17 Nov, 2006 Sean, We will be having an informal meeting at Portland this Thursday on the 21st 27 A coming B ideal C official D prompt I really for the late notice, but it has not been easy to get the confirmation of 28 A apologize B object C accept D remind Steffany’s schedule I want to know if you are available to show Steffany around the facilities Please let me as soon as possible by phone or e-mail, whichever you prefer 29 A to know B knowing C know D knowledge 111 Part 7: Reading Comprehension Questions 30-31 refer to the following invitation Eco-Pupulae Gamma Society www.eco-populae.com Members are encouraged to be present for next week’s inspirational talk hosted by Ms Rocelle Wings It will be entitled “The World in the Future” Mr Carl Lewis will deliver his different concepts about the topic Mr Kim, who is the head of the society, personally chose him to be the guest speaker because of his brilliant vision towards ecology Also, proper ways to conserve the environment will be discussed among the participants A short brunch will follow after the lecture at PCA Development Center, where the talk will be held This newly renovated building was partially financed by the group members Some famous dignitaries such as the city mayor and previous presidents of the society will also be invited 30 Who is invited to talk to the members? A Mr Carl Lewis B Mr Kim C Ms Rocelle Wings D The city mayor 31 What will be discussed in the speech? A Plans to reconstruct the building B Election results for the president C Preservation of the environment D Long-term projects of the society 112 Questions 32 through 35 refer to the following announcement According to a recent survey conducted by Pulse America, many businessmen in the country consider Mr Harold King as the most experienced employee of our time His expertise in marketing the products of his company has been effective to all the markets around the world His work record shows that King has always made a large financial contribution to whatever company he has worked for He made his first business career in the late 1990s when he initially put up a small restaurant named King’s Ristorante through the help of some of his business associates During the first year of operation, he saved a lot of money and he was determined to become a business tycoon someday However, several of his partners were so jealous and greedy about his business skill They appropriated public money for their own use So, Mr King’s business was left bankrupt A few years after, he applied to Bottler Corporation and was eventually hired there When he was working at Bottler, an international bottling company, King gradually increased the company’s profit by using outstanding marketing strategies for its various products, like soft drinks, sodas, and other well-known beverages, at leading supermarkets King is presently working at ECB Company in Houston, Texas, a leading provider of computer software His influence on the company’s sales growth is dominant The company has surpassed its target revenue by as much as 30% this year over last year 32 Based on the article, what is King best known for? A His many experiences in applying for a job B His ability in promoting various items C His wealth as a famous tycoon D His connection with other businesspeople 33 What type of business is ECB Company? A A supplier of computer software B A famous food chain C A soft drink bottler D A consumer survey group 34 What is stated as King’s work done at Bottler Corporation? A He kept the company savings B He visited many supermarkets C He opened branch offices across the country D He helped increase profits 35 What company did King begin? A Bottler Corporation B ECB Company C King’s Ristorante D Pulse America 113 Questions 36-40 refer to the following e-mails To: “Kenneth Huntz” From: “Roger Mann” Date: January 20, Friday, 10:32:54 Subject: Regarding the workshop First of all, on behalf of Centennial Manufacturing Company, I would like to thank you for accepting my invitation to be our guest speaker at our company’s workshop that will emphasize employee motivation and productivity Before I called you at your office on January 18, I wasn’t sure if I could get you Fortunately, you agreed to be our speaker, and you also promised to bring handouts for the participants in the workshop I would like to confirm that everything is set regarding the workshop The presentation will be held in our conference room on the sixth floor of the Centennial building on February I hope to personally meet you on or before the seminar date As soon as you arrive here, please get a security pass at the visitor’s office near the entrance gate, so you can enter and go directly to the conference room I know that you have been working in human resources for more than years, and you have helped many employees build good relationships and esteem among themselves, especially at work I hope you can share your insights on motivation to our personnel and staff May I request if you could send your handouts and teaching materials to our office a day before the workshop, so we could reproduce them for your convenience? If you need assistance regarding the presentation, you can ask my assistant, Ms Lourdes, and she will be happy to help you Also, please respond to this e-mail as soon as possible Thank you To: “Roger Mann” From: “Kenneth Huntz” Date: January 23, Monday, 09:56:36 Subject: Reply to your e-mail I recently received your e-mail regarding the confirmation of the presentation next month It would be my pleasure to give a speech at your company for the benefit of the workers I may not be able to go there on February to meet you and give my materials because I will conduct a series of lectures in one of the travel agencies in the city from Monday until Thursday, February However, I have already informed Mr Luke Givens, my computer programmer, to finish preparing my presentation materials for our workshop on the first of February Then, I will send the documents by e-mail So, I assure you that the presentation will be successful and informative to the employees of Centennial 114 36 What are the e-mails about? A To ask assistance for the presentation B To request the postponement for the submission of the workshop materials C To give confirmation about the details of the workshop D To escort the invited speaker to the venue 37 What is asked of Mr Huntz to when he comes to the Centennial building? A Secure a permit to come inside B Bring his documents C Accompany his secretary D Get a car pass at the gate 38 When will Mr Huntz and Mr Mann meet each other for the workshop? A January 22 B January 30 C February D February 39 Who is Mr Luke Givens? A Mr Mann’s secretary B A computer programmer C The assistant of Mr Huntz D The workshop presenter 40 What will Mr Huntz on Wednesday February 1? A Prepare the copies of relevant documents B Call Centennial office C Send his presentation materials D Visit Mr Mann’s office This is the end of the Reading test 115 116 ... 100 TOEIC PRACTICE TEST 117 ANSWERS FOR END-OF-TERM SAMPLE TEST 161 ANSWERS FOR TOEIC PRACTICE TEST 162 TOEIC TEST SCORE CONVERSION TABLE 163 GLOSSARY 1 64 REFERENCES... PART PART PART TOPIC 4. 4 Presentation, Discussion, Q & A UNIT PART 1, 2, 3, PART PART PART TOPIC 4. 5 Presentation, Discussion, Q & A UNIT PART 1, 2, 3, PART PART PART TOPIC 4. 6 Presentation, Discussion,... PART PART PART TOPIC 4. 1 Presentation, Discussion, Q & A UNIT PART 1, 2, 3, PART PART PART TOPIC 4. 2 Presentation, Discussion, Q & A UNIT PART 1, 2, 3, PART PART PART TOPIC 4. 3 Presentation, Discussion,