sVocab Review
SAMPLE QUESTION
Directions: In this part of the test, you will answer three questions. For each question, begin responding immediately
after you hear a beep. No preparation time is provided. You will have 15 seconds to respond to Questions 5 and 6
and 30 seconds to respond to Question 7.
Imagine that an Australian marketing firm is doing research in your country. You have agreed to participate in a
telephone interview about food.

Question 5
What is your favorite food and how often do you eat it?
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Question 6
Is there any food that you don’t like to eat?

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Question 7
What do you think of fast food?

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1Speaking Test: Questions 5 – 7
In Questions 5 – 7, you will be asked to imagine that you are taking part in a market research telephone interview.
You will be asked to respond to three related questions. You will have 15 seconds each to respond to Questions 5 and
6 and 30 seconds to respond to Question 7. For each question, you need to begin responding immediately after you
hear a beep. No preparation time is provided.
The questions will be about familiar topics: food, clothing, housing, entertainment, sports, family and friends, health,
shopping, travel, etc.
You will be scored on using relevant vocabulary and sentence structures, and for answering the question appropriately.
◎ Know how to deal with common question types.
• Questions asking you who, what, where, why, when are common in this part of the test.
• Some questions may have two parts to them. Make sure you answer both questions. E.g. Where would you like tolive and why?
• How questions can have a few different functions such as method, quantities, qualities, time, and frequency.
• Many of the questions in this section of the test will ask you about your favorite things. Do not give one word
answers, e.g. “What is your favorite food?”  × “Pizza.”• Give a full answer, supported by extra details, examples or reasons.
☑ “My favorite food is pizza, which is an oven-baked, flat, round bread typically topped with a tomato sauce, cheeseand various toppings. I like pizza because it’s the perfect food. It has everything on one item. It is very filling and canbe frozen and eaten almost anytime. Ever since I was a little boy, pizza has always had a special place in my heart.”• Questions 4 and 5 mainly deal with facts. On the other hand, Question 6 can be divided into two types:“Opinion” type question and “Description” type question. E.g.: What do you think of fast food? (=Opinion type)
Describe your favorite place to relax. (=Description type)
DICTATION
1. The …………….. ……….. of a place is the rules about what kind of clothes people are allowed to wear there.
2. What is your most valuable piece of ………………?
3. What do you think of people who ………… their hair green?
4. What do you think of people with ………………….?
5. Do you think that the clothes we wear ………………. what is inside us?
6. Have you ever bought ……………….. …………. clothing?
7. What is the difference in the people who choose to wear …………… and the people who choose to wear glasses?

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Vocab Review
SAMPLE QUESTION
Directions: In this part of the test, you will answer three questions. For each question, begin responding immediately
after you hear a beep. No preparation time is provided. You will have 15 seconds to respond to Questions 5 and 6
and 30 seconds to respond to Question 7.
Imagine that a British marketing firm is doing research in your country. You have agreed to participate in a telephoneinterview about clothing.

Question 5

What did you wear yesterday?

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00:00:15

Question 6
What’s the most expensive piece of clothing you have ever bought?

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00:00:15

Question 7
Do you think organizations should have dress codes?

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1Speaking Test: Questions 5 – 7
Test Tactic 1: Rephrasing the question
Rephrase the key words in the question to give the start of your answer. his will give you extra time to think ofwhat you want to say so that you won’t have a long pause at the beginning of your reply.
E.g. “What is your favorite food?”
Well, if I have to choose a favorite type of food, I would say my favorite food is pizza.
Test Tactic 2: Using English hesitation devices
If you aren’t sure what to say next, do not leave very long pauses or use words or sounds from your own language.
Learn the words, phrases, and sounds used in English to help you sound fluent and natural.
E.g. “What is your favorite food?”
Umm . . . Well, uh … let me think … Let’s see . . . What is my favorite food? . . .
Test Tactic 3: Using introduction phrases
In order to make your answer more cohesive and to give yourself more thinking time, it would be a good idea to use
introduction phrases.
Question 4  I would definitely say that my favorite food is pizza.
Question 5  That’s a hard question because I eat almost anything.
Question 6  In my opinion, fast food is not good for your health.
DICTATION
1. We were at …………… in bed when our car was stolen from outside the house.
2. Describe how you ……. ……….. buying a house in your country.
3. What are the most common neighbor …………………?
4. Compare ……………….. …………….. with ……………… ………….
5. Would you like to go on a ……………….? Why or why not?

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Vocab Review
SAMPLE QUESTION
Directions: In this part of the test, you will answer three questions. For each question, begin responding immediately
after you hear a beep. No preparation time is provided. You will have 15 seconds to respond to Questions 5 and 6
and 30 seconds to respond to Question 7.
Imagine that an Australian marketing firm is doing research in your country. You have agreed to participate in a
telephone interview about housing.

Question 5

Where do you currently live, and what are the main attractions there?
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Question 6
If you could live anywhere, where would you like to live?
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Question 7
Describe the house or apartment you are living in now.
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1Test Tactic 4: Using transition words and phrases
It is essential to understand how transition words can be used to combine ideas in speaking. And to make yourstatements coherent, you should use them as you explain supporting details.
 Reason: The reason is that … / This is because … / because of …
 Additions: Furthermore … / Also …/ In addition …
 Contrast: On the other hand …/ However …/ Nevertheless …/ In contrast …
 Sequence: First(ly) …/ Second(ly) Example : For example …/ For instance …
 Result : As a result … / therefore … / thus …
 Conclusion: In short … / To sum up …
ExerciseFill each of the numbered blanks with appropriate transitional words or phrases from the box.
first of all/ to sum up/ for example/ second/ because of/ in addition/ however/ as a result/ third
1. People use 43 muscles when they frown; (1) ……….. , they use only 28 muscles when they smile.
2. The weather is supposed to be drizzly and chilly today; (2) ……………. , the Festival will be cancelled.
3. John is on the baseball team this semester at Cebu High School. (3) …………., he is on the soccer team.
4. (4)……………, pour a half-cup of milk in the bowl; (5) ………, add two eggs; and (6)………, stir the mixture.
5. I was late to work (7)……………. the heavy traffic.
6. Many parents and students have been complaining about the program. (8) ………., scores on the end-of-grade
tests have gone down from last year, teachers are not motivated, and everyone is frustrated. (9) …………….., some
improvements in the middle school program need to be made.
DICTATION
1. We ………………… him for the job
2. The company will ……………. only one-fourth of its revenue to pay back its investors.
3. We have read the committee’s …………………… report.
4. He began ………………… the keyboard of his computer.
5. …………………. is performed to identify the presence of a disease or a risk factor for a disease.
6. ………………………. on grounds of race or …………………. is forbidden.
7. They fear it could have an ……………….. effect on global financial markets.

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Vocab Review
SAMPLE QUESTION
Directions: In this part of the test, you will answer three questions. For each question, begin responding immediately
after you hear a beep. No preparation time is provided. You will have 15 seconds to respond to Questions 5 and 6
and 30 seconds to respond to Question 7.
Imagine that an American marketing firm is doing research in your country. You have agreed to participate in a
telephone interview about health.

Question 5

What sport can you do to stay healthy?
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Question 6
How often should you visit your doctor?
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Question 7
Describe the best ways to stay healthy.
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1Test Tactic 5: Organizing Opinion questions
To answer “Opinion” type Question 7, it is important to form an opinion quickly, apart from using question
restatements and introduction phrases in your response; “Let’s see. What do I think about using plastic bags? Well, I
don’t think we should … ”
Your opinion can be ‘for’ ( I really think that we should …), or ‘against’ ( I don’t think we should …).
Think of some reasons to support your opinion. You could also add some opposing points if you can think of any, inwhich case don’t forget to conclude your response with your own opinion.
Test Tactic 6: Organizing Description questions
To answer “Describe” type Question 7, begin with an introduction sentence that says what you are describing andincludes key words from the question. You could use conditionals; “Well, if I have to describe my favorite TV
program, I would say that…”
Give a reason why you chose this item. Describe it, giving as much information as you can. Use plenty of adjectives.
More Practice Do you think that violence on TV influences some young people to engage in violent behavior?
 Describe your favorite TV program.
DICTATION
1. When you drive or walk, do you get ……………… by advertisements on buses or ………………..?
2. Does TV make a person …………….?
3. If you could design a new television show to ………………. ……………., what kind of show would it be?
4. Does violence on TV influence some young people to engage in ……………… ………………..?
5. Who is the most ……………….. politician in your country?
6. It’s a great city ― the only ……………… is the weather.

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Vocab Review
SAMPLE QUESTION
Directions: In this part of the test, you will answer three questions. For each question, begin responding immediately
after you hear a beep. No preparation time is provided. You will have 15 seconds to respond to Questions 5 and 6
and 30 seconds to respond to Question 7.
Imagine that a Canadian marketing firm is doing research in your country. You have agreed to participate in a
telephone interview about media.

Question 5

How often do you watch television?

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Question 6
When and where do you usually listen to the radio?

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Question 7
Which do you think is the better medium, the TV or the radio?

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1◎TEST TECHNIQUE

 Do’sRead the question quickly before it is being read, and map out your strategy.
Some questions may have two parts to them. Make sure you answer both questions.
To answer opinion questions, your opinion should be supported logically by some reasons.
 Don’ts
Don’t give one word answers.
Don’t repeat the same simple sentence.
Don’t finish your answer with a lot of time to spare.
Score Response Description
Scores are assigned based on the criteria in the chart below.
3: The response is a full, relevant, socially appropriate reply to the question and the speaker responds fluently so thatthe listener has little difficulty in understanding. The choice of vocabulary is precise and appropriate for the questions
and the speaker’s use of grammar and structures fulfills the demands of the task.
2: The response is a partially effective reply to the question, but is not complete, fully appropriate. The answers may
sometimes be slightly hard to understand because of pronunciation faults. The choice of vocabulary may be limited
or somewhat inexact, although overall meaning is clear. The use of grammar and structures may require some listenereffort for interpretation.
1: The response does not answer the question effectively. Relevant information is not conveyed successfully.
Pronunciation faults hinder the listener’s understanding. The choice of vocabulary is inaccurate and inappropriate.
The speaker may merely repeat the questions that are presented to him or her and nothing else. The use of grammar
and structures may interfere with comprehensibility.
0: No response OR no English in the response is given, OR the response is completely irrelevant to the task.
DICTATION
1. What …………….. ………….. do you do?
2. Do you have a …………………..?
3. Is ……………… a good way to …………….. children?
4. Most young smokers are influenced by their friends’ and older ………………. smoking.
5. Do you live in a ………………… family or an ……………….. family?
6. Who is the ……………………… in your family?
7. Do you often ……………….. with your mother or father? What about?

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TOEIC® SpEakIng TEST QuESTIOnS 8 - 10: RESpOnd TO QuESTIOnS uSIng InfORmaTIOn pROvIdEd

Vocab Review
Speaking test Questions 8 – 10
In Questions 8 – 10, you will be given 30 seconds preparation time to read a written agenda or schedule. You willthen be asked three questions by a caller who needs information from your written schedule. You will only hear thequestions once, and they do not appear as text on the screen. You will be scored on using relevant vocabulary andstructures and giving accurate information. You will need to speak clearly.
SAMPLE QUESTION
Directions: In this part of the test, you will answer three questions based on the information provided. You will have
30 seconds to read the information before the questions begin. For each question, begin responding immediately
after you hear a beep. No additional preparation time is provided. You will have 15 seconds to respond to Questions
8 and 9 and 30 seconds to respond to Question 10. (Note: Question 10 will be asked two times.)
Toyo Department Store
Today’s Value Club Cardholder’s Specials
Monday, March 18t
10:00 – 11:00 10% off all vegetables (1st Floor)
11:30 – 13:30 2-for-1 pizza lunch set (6th Floor)
14:00 – 15:30 40% off all his-and-hers cardigans (2nd Floor)
16:00 – 17:00 20% off all Pan 5 desktop computers (3rd Floor)
17:00 – 18:00 10% off all modern furniture (5th Floor)
Hours of operation: Mon – Sat 10 am – 8 pm Sun 11:30 am – 6 pm

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STRATEGY 1 : Preparation time

Because all three of the questions in this part of the test refer to the same written schedule or agenda, it is importantto get familiar with the information in the 30 seconds of preparation time provided.
 In order to make the most of the preparation time, you should first read the heading to find out what the topic isand then skim (= read rapidly for the main points) the schedule or table at hand. Also, if there is any additional
information in the form of a footnote, asterisk(*), or smaller print, read it with careful attention. Very often it happensthat there may be a question related to this additional information.
 Remember where specific pieces of information are located in the text.
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STRATEGY 2: Using language effectively Since you will only hear the questions once and they do not appear as text on the screen, good listening skills arevital to prepare yourself to answer these questions.
 The questions in this part of the test require role-playing abilities in addition to English skills. You should respondas though you are actually talking to the person.
 In all three questions, you should use an opening phrase that tells the caller that you are looking for the
information they have requested. By adding a phrase like ‘Yes, certainly.’ / ‘No problem. Let’s see.’ / ‘Just a moment,
please.’ / ‘Just let me have a look.’ etc., you will gain some time to read the schedule without creating an awkward
silence.
 You should also answer in complete sentences to make your response correct and natural.

DICTATION
1. A ……………… is someone who tries to sell things carrying them in the street.
2. A lot of people ……………. ………….. ……………. these sensitive issues.
3. It is ………………. to sell tobacco to someone under 16.
4. On cold nights like this, the street …………….. do a roaring trade in hot chestnuts.
5. He was forced to pay a …………… of $150 for speeding.
6. The cost will be …………………..
7. The bank manager is said to have issued ……………. certificates.

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TOEIC® SpEakIng TEST QuESTIOnS 8 - 10: RESpOnd TO QuESTIOnS uSIng InfORmaTIOn pROvIdEd

Vocab Review
SAMPLE QUESTION
Directions: In this part of the test, you will answer three questions based on the information provided. You will have
30 seconds to read the information before the questions begin. For each question, begin responding immediately
after you hear a beep. No additional preparation time is provided. You will have 15 seconds to respond to Questions
8 and 9 and 30 seconds to respond to Question 10. (Note: Question 10 will be asked two times.)
FLORENCE DAY TOUR SCHEDULE
Get on bus in front of the Imperial Hotel
Arrive in the city center
Morning sightseeing starts with our Original Renaissance Walk through the streets andpiazzas of Florence, which includes stops at the Palazzo Strozzi, the Palazzo Davanzati, thePonte Vecchio over the Arno River and the Accademia Gallery, home to Florence’s mosttreasured work of art – “Michelangelo’s David”.
12:30 - 2:00 p.m.
Lunch at Ora d’Aria.
2:00 – 5:00
Afternoon sightseeing includes the tour of the Uffizi Gallery, one of the oldest and most
famous art museums of the Western world, and the Duomo.
5:15
Return to the bus
6:00
Arrive back at the Imperial Hotel parking lot Do not buy any fake goods from any of the hawkers on the streets. It’s illegal, and fines are astronomical if the police
happen to catch you. (You pay the fine, not the vendor.)
8:30 a.m.
9:00
9:00 – 12:00

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1◎ STRATEGY 3: Question 8 (Detail Question)
Question 8 in this part of the test will usually ask you to answer a question on specific information (Who, What,
Where, When, How) found in the schedule or agenda. Do not give one- or two-word answers. Use full responses bymaking complete sentences.
◎ STRATEGY 4: Question 9 (Confirming and Correcting Information)
Question 9 in this part of the test will usually ask you to either confirm whether something is possible or tocorrect inaccurate information that the caller may have. If the answer to the question is ‘no’, then you must
politely say so and give a reason. Remember to use full sentences.
◎ STRATEGY 5: Question 10 (Summarizing General Information)
Question 10 in this part of the test will usually ask you to summarize some information from the text. You should
only give information that is relevant to the question while paying attention to the time limit. Listen for key words inthe question. Scan the schedule or agenda to find the information you need quickly. Answer in full sentences.
Exercise
In Question 10, it is important to use connecting words and phrases that make your answer easier to follow. Suchconnections usually include Time Markers such as ‘before/ after …’, ‘first, …’, ‘then, …’, ‘next, …’, ‘followed by …’,‘finally, …’, and Extra Information Markers such as ‘in addition, …’, ‘also …’ ‘and also …’.
Look at the above schedule again. Complete gaps 1 – 6 using the connecting words and phrases given in the box
below.
finally/ first/ after/ then/ and/ followed by( 1 ), at 8:30, you will get on the bus in front of the Imperial Hotel. ( 2 ) at 9:00 you will arrive in the city
center ( 3 ) your morning sightseeing will start, ( 4 ) lunch at 12:30. ( 5 ) lunch, you will visit the Uffizi
Gallery and the Duomo. At 5:15, you will return to the bus and at 6:00 you will ( 6 ) arrive back at the Hotel.

DICTATION
1. The hotel has been ……………….. and …………………...
2. All the arrangements should be completed ……………….. ….. your departure.
3. This is sure to be an item on the ………………. next week.
4. ………………….. ……………….. ……………. improve customer retention. Satisfied customers buy often
and spend more.
5. Woking’s International Convention Center is the …………….. for a three-day arts festival.

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TOEIC® SpEakIng TEST QuESTIOnS 8 - 10: RESpOnd TO QuESTIOnS uSIng InfORmaTIOn pROvIdEd

Vocab Review
SAMPLE QUESTION
Directions: In this part of the test, you will answer three questions based on the information provided. You will have
30 seconds to read the information before the questions begin. For each question, begin responding immediately
after you hear a beep. No additional preparation time is provided. You will have 15 seconds to respond to Questions
8 and 9 and 30 seconds to respond to Question 10. (Note: Question 10 will be asked two times.)

9:15 – 9:45 A.M.
9:45 – 10:45 A.M.

Monthly Sales Meeting Agenda
Date: April 3
Venue : Meeting Room D, New York Head Office
Review of Last Month, Ted Miller
Sales Person Success Stories- Chicago branch, John Wood
- LA branch, Sarah Smith- Miami branch, David Marshall
Break
Customer Satisfaction Survey Results, Alice Summers
Scheduled Sales Activity, Bob Roberts

10:45 – 11:00 A.M.
11:00 – 11:30 A.M.
11:30 – 12:00 P.M.
Noon
Lunch**Cafeteria service will not be available due to renovations.
** Please contact Ted Miller by phone or e-mail, at least one week prior to the meeting, if you have anything to
add to this agenda

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1◎ STRATEGY 6: Make clear grammatically-correct sentences
The information found on agendas and schedules is usually in note form. You must use this information to makecomplete sentences.
◎ STRATEGY 7: Be careful of verb tenses
In most cases you will be talking about the future, so you will usually use ‘will’.
Exercise
Listen to the questions and then transform the basic information provided into full responses by making complete
sentences. The first one is completed for you.
1. 10:00 a.m. Airport pick-up
Minibus
Sample Answer: Sure, let me check my information. OK. You will be picked up at the airport at 10:00 a.m. by
minibus.
2. 8:15 a.m.
Flight JL 204 from Saigon scheduled to arrive at Terminal 1
3. 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

“How to Invest in Real Estate”
John MacNab, REIT Investment Adviser(Canceled due to sudden illness)
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. “Getting the Most out of Real Estate Investment Trust”
Chris Jackson, REIT Expert
DICTATION
1. I’m thinking about becoming a ………………..
2. I should warn you …… …………… that I’m not a very good dancer.
3. A trade ………………. will visit Singapore.
4. Languages are an essential part of the school ……………………..
5. Please do not hesitate to ……………….. me if you have any ………………….
6. She was in London to receive her ……………. as Mum of the year.
7. Each lesson …………………. an hour.

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TOEIC® SpEakIng TEST QuESTIOnS 8 - 10: RESpOnd TO QuESTIOnS uSIng InfORmaTIOn pROvIdEd

Vocab Review
SAMPLE QUESTION
Directions: In this part of the test, you will answer three questions based on the information provided. You will have
30 seconds to read the information before the questions begin. For each question, begin responding immediately
after you hear a beep. No additional preparation time is provided. You will have 15 seconds to respond to Questions
8 and 9 and 30 seconds to respond to Question 10. (Note: Question 10 will be asked two times.)
Schedule for the Delegation to China
Monday, September 7
9:00 – 10:30 Flight NW328 from San Diego scheduled to arrive at Terminal 2 at Shanghai Pudong
International Airport and transfer to conference center.
10:30 – 12:00 Panel discussion on economic development.
12:00 – 1:00 Lunch at Tsim Sha Tsui Restaurant.*
1:00 – 3:30
Speeches by each delegate member.
3:30 – 3:45
Coffee break.
3:45 – 5:00
Meeting with local officials from the Shanghai Foreign Commerce Commission*Vegetarian dishes are available upon request.

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1◎ STRATEGY 8: Confirming and Correcting Information
Question 9 will usually ask you to either confirm or correct the information provided. Learn to use appropriate
intro-ductory phrases.
Confirming
Correcting
Yes, that’s right.
No, that’s not quite right, I’m afraid.
Your information is correct.
I’m afraid that is not correct.
You are correct.
Well, actually, …/ Well, in fact, …
I’m terribly sorry, but I’m afraid …
Exercise
Skim the above schedule for the Delegation to China. Listen to your teacher’s questions 1 – 4 and make your answer.
The questions are all Question 9-type questions, so use appropriate introductory phrases.
DICTATION
1. His birthday will ……….. ………. a Sunday this year.
2. ………….. …….. the application ………… and send it back with your check.
3. What’s the …………………. for applying for a visa?
4. How many students have ……………….. for English classes?
5. The interview was ………………….. in English.
6. All employees are ……………………. screened for TB.

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TOEIC® SpEakIng TEST QuESTIOnS 8 - 10: RESpOnd TO QuESTIOnS uSIng InfORmaTIOn pROvIdEd

Vocab Review
SAMPLE QUESTION
Directions: In this part of the test, you will answer three questions based on the information provided. You will have
30 seconds to read the information before the questions begin. For each question, begin responding immediately
after you hear a beep. No additional preparation time is provided. You will have 15 seconds to respond to Questions
8 and 9 and 30 seconds to respond to Question 10. (Note: Question 10 will be asked two times.)
Welcome to Santa Maria University. We are pleased to have you as a new employee. If your employment date islisted below, please attend the group orientation session.
Faculty & Staff Orientation Dates and Rooms
DATE

DAY

BUILDING

ROOM

01/02/2013

Wednesday

College of Education		

425

01/16/2013

Wednesday

College of Agriculture		228

02/01/2013

Friday		College of Humanities 		306

02/18/2013

MondayCollege of Business		125

As a rule, New Employee Orientations are conducted in the Human Resources Department on the 1st and 16thof each month. If the 1st and 16th fall on a weekend, the New Employee Orientation will be conducted on thenext working day.
Group Orientation Schedule
8:30 – 9:30
9:30 – 12:00

Explanation of registration procedures. Distribution of forms.
Registration for employees whose last names begin with A - L
Orientation for employees whose last names begin with M - Z
12:00 – 1:00 Lunch break*
1:00 – 3:30
Registration for employees whose last names begin with M - Z
Orientation for employees whose last names begin with A - L*Lunch will be available in the school cafeteria for a reasonable price.
Please contact the Human Resources Department at (936) 294-1070, if you have any questions.

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Score Response Description
Scores are assigned based on the criteria in the chart below.
3: Relevant answers are given that carefully refer to the information provided. The examinee responds fluently so thatthe listener has little or no difficulty understanding. The choice of vocabulary is precise and appropriate for thequestions and the use of grammatical structures is appropriate.
2: The answer refers to the material and is generally appropriate, but information from the schedule may be
incomplete or inaccurate in part. Although the overall meaning can be understood, the speaker’s pronunciation andfluency may be slightly difficult for the listener to understand. Vocabulary may be limited, and inaccurate use ofgrammatical structures may make the response unintelligible at times.
1: The questions are not answered effectively and/or the information provided in the material is not adequately
addressed. Weaknesses in pronunciation and fluency make the response difficult to understand. The improper use of
vocabulary and grammatical structure significantly hinders the intelligibility of the response.
0: No response OR no English in the response is given, OR the response is completely irrelevant to the task.
(Source: ETS TOEIC®)DICTATION
1. You are often asked to send a …………….. when you are applying for a job.
2. The painter gave me an ………………. of $400 for painting the house.
3. It may be necessary to identify ………………. methods of achieving your goals.
4. Recycling paper and cans is one easy way to preserve the …………………….
5. Jane ………………… to Manhattan every day.
6. The next place on our …………………….. was Perugia.

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TOEIC® Speaking Test Question 11: Express an opinion
Vocab Review

Speaking TeST: QueSTion 11
In Question 11, you will be asked to give your opinion on a topic.
The directions and the task will appear written on the screen, and will also be spoken. You will have 45 seconds toprepare your response. And you will have 60 seconds to give your opinion and support it with reasons and examples.
This question evaluates pronunciation, intonation, stress, grammar, vocabulary, cohesion, relevance of content andcompleteness of content. And you will be scored on dealing with the task in a suitable way, using the correct level offormality, and providing an answer that is clear and well-organized.
SAMPLE QUESTION
Directions: In this part of the test, you will give your opinion about a specific topic. Be sure to say as much as you
can in the time allowed. You will have 45 seconds to prepare. Then you will have 60 seconds to speak.
Traffic is a problem at certain times of the day in many cities all around the world. Do you think that traffic is aserious problem or only a minor one at certain times? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
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During the preparation time
1. You only have 45 seconds to prepare, so think quickly. Quickly summarize the task and choose the side you will
defend. Choose an answer you can say a lot about.
2. Plan your supporting points.
3. Think of reasons/ examples for each supporting point.

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1. Make an opening statement, presenting your opinion with a restatement of the question.
E.g. If I must say which I prefer, fiction or non-fiction books, I have to choose fiction. / When I think about the two, I
actually prefer fiction. / I personally prefer fiction.
2. State your intentions.
E.g. There are three main reasons for my opinion. / I’ll explain my reasons with three examples. / I’ll state why by using threemain points.
3. Introduce each supporting point, followed by reasons and / or examples to explain these points in more detail.
Make sure you link your ideas, using linking words.
E.g. First, . . . / To begin with, . . . / The first one is . . .
My second point is . . . / In addition, . . . / The second reason is . . .
Lastly, . . . / Finally, . . . / My last point is . . .
4. Summarize your opinion.
E.g. In short, . . . / Overall, . . . / All things considered, . . . / For these reasons, I . . .
DICTATION
1. His career has been …………… by injury.
2. She was a ………… visitor to the house.
3. This can sometimes lead to somewhat superficial …………… with other people.
4. He showed me the …………….. of the building.
5. His first point was very good, but I disagree with his ………………… points.

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Vocab Review
SAMPLE QUESTION
Directions: In this part of the test, you will give your opinion about a specific topic. Be sure to say as much as
you can in the time allowed. You will have 45 seconds to prepare. Then you will have 60 seconds to speak.
In the modern world, people communicate a lot by sending texts, emailing, and talking on the phone instead of
meeting face-to-face. Do you think that modern technology has helped or hindered communication? Use specificreasons and examples to support your opinion.
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00:00:45

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00:00:60

exercise 1
During the 45 seconds allowed to prepare, it is important to quickly identify exactly what the question asks of you.
Read the following topic again. Identify the key words and make a basic summary of the question.
In the modern world, people communicate a lot by sending texts, emailing, and talking on the phone instead of
meeting face-to-face. Do you think that modern technology has helped or hindered communication?
exercise 2
Once you have analyzed the question, it is important to form an opinion. Show what it is that you are agreeing withor preferring. Choose the side you want to defend.

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Exercise 3
Brainstorm several reasons for your opinion.

DICTATION
1. Jane …………… a good knowledge of Spanish.
2. Teachers should ……………… that students understand the work.
3. She tried to …………………. her mind on her work.
4. In an attempt to relieve the ………… they decided to go to the pub.
5. People had to move to other areas in ……………. of work.
6. Nobody felt …………….. to argue with him.
7. He did his best to promote ………………… among the prisoners.
8. He …………………. his life to the cause of education.

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Vocab Review
SAMPLE QUESTION
Directions: In this part of the test, you will give your opinion about a specific topic. Be sure to say as much as
you can in the time allowed. You will have 45 seconds to prepare. Then you will have 60 seconds to speak.
Do you think it is more important that children be given time to play and enjoy themselves or more important thatchildren study, learn skills and acquire knowledge? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

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GRAMMAR SPOT
There are special types of sentences which are said to be in Subjunctive Mood. These sentences violate the usual rules
relating to subject-predicate agreement in number and in tense.
1. The present subjunctive is identical to the base form of the verb in all persons. We use this(A) in a noun clause formed as the object of a verb indicating a desire, advice, intention, command, request,
recommendation, etc.;
The doctor recommended that my father remain in hospital for a week.
They advised that he not return to work until fully fit.
(B) in the construction ‘it is important (desirable/ vital/ essential/ imperative, etc.) that;
It is important (desirable/ imperative/ vital) that he take this medication night and morning without fail.
2. The past subjunctive is identical to the past indicative in English with all verbs except BE: the past subjunctive of
BE is always ‘were’.
We use the past subjunctive to express impossible wishes.
I wish I had more courage. I wish I were a bird.

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Exercise 1
During the 45 seconds allowed to prepare, it is important to quickly identify exactly what the question asks of you.
Read the following topic again. Identify the key words and make a basic summary of the question.
Do you think it is more important that children be given time to play and enjoy themselves or more important thatchildren study, learn skills and acquire knowledge?
Exercise 2
Once you have analyzed the question, it is important to form an opinion.
Show what it is that you are agreeing with or preferring. Choose the side you want to defend.
Exercise 3
Brainstorm several reasons for your opinion.
DICTATION
1. She was ………… for speeding.
2. It is unfair to …………. a whole class for the actions of one student.
3. Tons of gold were ……………. at the mine.
4. Countries need powerful …………….. to develop alternatives to fossil fuels.
5. Oil is ……………. to remove naturally occurring impurities.
6. His company continued to …………..
7. Some countries lack a suitable economic ………………….

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SAMPLE QUESTION
Directions: In this part of the test, you will give your opinion about a specific topic. Be sure to say as much as
you can in the time allowed. You will have 45 seconds to prepare. Then you will have 60 seconds to speak.
Recycling is a good way to help the environment. Should companies be forced to recycle? For example, do you thinkthat companies should be fined if they do not recycle? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
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00:00:45

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00:00:60

exercise 1
During the 45 seconds allowed to prepare, it is important to quickly identify exactly what the question asks of you.
Read the following topic again. Identify the key words and make a basic summary of the question.
Recycling is a good way to help the environment. Should companies be forced to recycle? For example, do you thinkthat companies should be fined if they do not recycle?
exercise 2
Once you have analyzed the question, it is important to form an opinion.
Show what it is that you are agreeing with or preferring. Choose the side you want to defend.
exercise 3
Brainstorm several reasons for your opinion.
DICTATION
1. Let’s …………….. we’re on the moon.
2. The new law …………… the sale of hand guns.
3. The timing of the announcement was entirely ………………..
4. The ……………… stepmother hit him.
5. It is a very serious offence to ……………… a police officer.
6. It would be ……………… to think that this could solve all the problems.
7. Road safety is taught to young children to ……………. road accidents.
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TOEIC® Speaking Test Question 11: Express an opinion
Vocab Review
SAMPLE QUESTION
Directions: In this part of the test, you will give your opinion about a specific topic. Be sure to say as much as
you can in the time allowed. You will have 45 seconds to prepare. Then you will have 60 seconds to speak.
Social media networking websites such as Facebook are very popular these days. They allow people to pretend to besomeone else, write anything they want, and upload all kinds of photos. Do you think children should be restrictedfrom joining social media networking websites such as Facebook? Use specific reasons and examples to support youropinion.
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00:00:45

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exercise 1
During the 45 seconds allowed to prepare, it is important to quickly identify exactly what the question asks ofyou. Read the following topic again. Identify the key words and make a basic summary of the question.
Do you think children should be restricted from joining social media networking websites such as Facebook?
exercise 2
Once you have analyzed the question, it is important to form an opinion.
Show what it is that you are agreeing with or preferring. Choose the side you want to defend.
exercise 3
Brainstorm several reasons for your opinion.
DICTATION
1. In my opinion, the advantages …………… the disadvantages.
2. Congress is continuing to ……………… the President’s healthcare budget.
3. ………………. an essay should always be your first step.
4. The dog next door is a real ……………..
5. I usually work an eight-hour ………………, from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.

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SAMPLE QUESTION
Directions: In this part of the test, you will give your opinion about a specific topic. Be sure to say as much as
you can in the time allowed. You will have 45 seconds to prepare. Then you will have 60 seconds to speak.
It has been proposed that a new casino will be built close to where you live. Do you support or oppose the proposal?
Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
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00:00:45

RESPONSE TIME
00:00:60
exercise 1
During the 45 seconds allowed to prepare, it is important to quickly identify exactly what the question asks ofyou. Read the following topic again. Identify the key words and make a basic summary of the question.
It has been proposed that a new casino will be built close to where you live. Do you support or oppose theproposal?
exercise 2
Once you have analyzed the question, it is important to form an opinion.
Show what it is that you are agreeing with or preferring. Choose the side you want to defend.
exercise 3
Brainstorm several reasons for your opinion.
DICTATION
1. …………. ………….. is a part of a river that looks white because the water is running very quickly over rocks.
2. ………… ………… …………. involves the use of an inflatable raft to navigate a river.
3. A ………….. ……… is a bandage consisting of a firm covering that immobilizes broken bones while they heal.
4. I usually take a …………. after lunch.
5. I was on ……………. for one month after the operation.
6. Many people died in China’s worst air ………………...

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SAMPLE QUESTION
Directions: : In this part of the test, you will give your opinion about a specific topic. Be sure to say as much as
you can in the time allowed. You will have 45 seconds to prepare. Then you will have 60 seconds to speak.
Some people prefer to completely relax on holiday. Other people prefer to have an adventure or do lots of sightseeing
on holiday. Which do you prefer and why? Use specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.
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00:00:45

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00:00:60

exercise 1
During the 45 seconds allowed to prepare, it is important to quickly identify exactly what the question asks of you.
Read the following topic again. Identify the key words and make a basic summary of the question.
Some people prefer to completely relax on holiday. Other people prefer to have an adventure or do lots of sightseeing
on holiday. Which do you prefer and why?
exercise 2
Once you have analyzed the question, it is important to form an opinion.
Show what it is that you are agreeing with or preferring. Choose the side you want to defend.
exercise 3
Brainstorm several reasons for your opinion.
DICTATION
1. Car insurance is ……………….
2. This restaurant has a strict ………… ………. – no tie, no service.
3. In a business letter, it is …………….. to be fairly formal.
4. The drop in consumer spending …………….. concern about the economy.
5. Employers must provide ……………. training opportunities.
6. Firm discipline was ……………on the workers.

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SAMPLE QUESTION
Directions: : In this part of the test, you will give your opinion about a specific topic. Be sure to say as much as
you can in the time allowed. You will have 45 seconds to prepare.Then you will have 60 seconds to speak.
Some companies have a uniform or compulsory dress code, whereas other companies do not. Do you think it isimportant for companies to have a uniform or compulsory dress code. Why? Use specific reasons and examples tosupport your opinion.
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00:00:45

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exercise 1
During the 45 seconds allowed to prepare, it is important to quickly identify exactly what the question asks ofyou. Read the following topic again. Identify the key words and make a basic summary of the question.
Some companies have a uniform or compulsory dress code, whereas other companies do not. Do you think it isimportant for companies to have a uniform or compulsory dress code? Why?
exercise 2
Once you have analyzed the question, it is important to form an opinion.
Show what it is that you are agreeing with or preferring. Choose the side you want to defend.
exercise 3
Brainstorm several reasons for your opinion.
DICTATION
1. It was accepted that humans had evolved from primate ……………..
2. Rooms are offered subject to …………………..
3. ……………….. and exercise are essential to fitness and health.
4. Women in their fifties may need to take a calcium ………………..
5. John ……………… to Manhattan every day.
6. There was a ………………. bottle of champagne in the hotel room.
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SAMPLE QUESTION
Directions: In this part of the test, you will give your opinion about a specific topic. Be sure to say as much as
you can in the time allowed. You will have 45 seconds to prepare.Then you will have 60 seconds to speak.
Nowadays, there are many fast food chains in towns and cities and a lot of candy and chocolate available inconvenience stores. Do you think people eat too much of this kind of food or that people eat healthily? Use specificreasons and examples to support your opinion.
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00:00:45

RESPONSE TIME
00:00:60

exercise 1
During the 45 seconds allowed to prepare, it is important to quickly identify exactly what the question asks ofyou. Read the following topic again. Identify the key words and make a basic summary of the question.
Nowadays, there are many fast food chains in towns and cities and a lot of candy and chocolate available inconvenience stores. Do you think people eat too much of this kind of food or that people eat healthily?
exercise 2
Once you have analyzed the question, it is important to form an opinion.
Show what it is that you are agreeing with or preferring. Choose the side you want to defend.
exercise 3
Brainstorm several reasons for your opinion.

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