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TOEIC Practice Test 16

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Listening

Part 1: Photographs

Look at the picture and choose the statement that best describes it.

1. Which statement best describes the picture of the bicycle?

2. Which sentence correctly describes the clock in the picture?

3. Which sentence correctly describes the duck in the picture?

Part 2: Question-Response

Listen to the question or statement and choose the best response.

4. Choose the best response.

5. Choose the best response.

6. Choose the best response.

7. Choose the best response.

8. Choose the best response.

9. Choose the best response.

Part 3: Conversations

Listen to each conversation and answer the questions.

10. What discrepancy did Isla find?

11. What does Ben suspect?

12. What will they do before filing a report?

13. What issue does the engineer flag?

14. What solution does Ben mention?

15. When do the plans need to be submitted to the city?

16. What extra service does the client request?

17. What does Jack need to check?

18. What does Isla mean when she asks if they can 'pull that together on such short notice'?

Part 4: Short Talks

Listen to each talk and answer the questions.

19. What cause is the gala supporting?

20. When does the silent auction close?

21. What happens after dinner?

22. What caused the printer issue?

23. When is the replacement part expected?

24. What can the user do in the meantime?

Reading

Part 5: Incomplete Sentences

Choose the word or phrase that best completes each sentence.

1. The shipment was so heavily damaged that we had to refuse _____.

2. It was Ms. Sato _____ persuaded the client to sign the contract.

3. The manager is responsible for _____ the new hires.

4. Mr. Cho is _____ for the night shift, so he will not attend the morning briefing.

5. The catering staff were _____ to serve two hundred guests in under an hour.

6. The clinic extended its hours _____ patients would not have to wait until the next day.

7. The two companies signed the contract _____ negotiating for several months.

8. The strike caused a serious _____ in the delivery of medical supplies.

Part 6: Text Completion

Read the text and choose the best answer for each gap.

NOTICE: Elevator Maintenance The elevator in the east wing will be (1) _____ service on Thursday between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. for routine maintenance. During this time, visitors and staff should use the west wing elevator or the stairs near reception. Deliveries requiring the freight elevator should be (2) _____ for the afternoon, once the work is finished. We recommend allowing (3) _____ extra time to reach upper floors during the closure. (4) _____

9. Gap 1: Choose the choice that best fits this blank.

10. Gap 2: Choose the word that best completes the sentence.

11. Gap 3: Choose the word or phrase that correctly completes the text.

12. Gap 4: Choose the option that best completes the passage here.

Part 7: Reading Comprehension

Read the documents and answer the questions.

NOTICE: Building Maintenance Schedule for June June 5: Fire alarm testing, all units (10 a.m.-2 p.m.), brief noise expected June 12: HVAC filter replacement, no access to units required June 19: Elevator inspection, elevator out of service 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 26: Pest control treatment, residents asked to be out of units 1-3 p.m. Residents will receive a reminder notice 48 hours before each scheduled visit requiring access to their unit.

13. On which date will the elevator be out of service?

14. Which task does NOT require entering individual units?

15. When will residents be reminded about a unit visit?

OPENING RECEPTION: "Fragments of Light" by Noor Kassab Join us Friday, November 7, from 6 to 9 p.m. for the opening reception of "Fragments of Light," a new collection of mixed-media paintings exploring memory and place. The artist will be present and will give a short talk at 7:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. The exhibit will remain on view through December 20, and the gallery is open to the public free of charge Tuesday through Sunday.

16. What will happen at 7:30 p.m.?

17. How long will the exhibit be on view?

18. What is true about visiting the gallery after opening night?

Space Rules HIVE COWORKING - Community Guidelines The open floor is a quiet zone; phone calls should be taken in one of the designated call booths. Meeting rooms may be booked for calls or discussions requiring more than a quiet voice. Repeated violations may result in a formal warning after two verified complaints.
Complaint Email Subject: Noise Complaint - Open Floor Hi team, I wanted to flag that someone has been taking loud phone calls at their desk in the open floor area every afternoon this week. I mentioned it to them directly yesterday, but it happened again today. This is now the second time I've reported this issue to you as well. Thanks, Paolo

19. Where should phone calls be taken, according to the guidelines?

20. What has Paolo already done about the issue?

21. How many times has Paolo now reported this issue to the coworking team?

22. Based on both texts, could this situation now lead to a formal warning for the other member?

23. What are meeting rooms recommended for, according to the guidelines?

Speaking

Read a Text Aloud

Read the text aloud. You have 45 seconds to speak.

Read the text aloud. You have reached the IT Helpdesk. Our team is currently assisting other employees. For password resets, please visit the company portal and select 'Forgot password'. For hardware problems, press two to leave a message with your name, office number, and a short description. We will respond within two business hours. Thank you for your patience.
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Model answer: Read this at a slow, steady speed, since menu instructions must be easy to follow. Stress 'password resets', 'portal', and 'press two'. Pause after each instruction and after 'description'. Say the quoted phrase 'Forgot password' distinctly, as a title. End with a polite and gentle 'Thank you for your patience'.

Describe a Picture

Describe the picture in as much detail as you can.

Describe what you see in this dog picture.
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Model answer: What I notice first is a dog standing by itself. Because there is no background, I'd guess it is waiting on a sidewalk outside a shop while its owner buys something inside. It seems patient and well trained. I like the picture because it shows how pets have become part of daily life in the city, even at the busiest times.

Respond to Questions

Answer three questions.

Imagine an American market researcher is phoning you about weekend activities. Answer three questions.

Question 1: What do you usually do on weekends? Question 2: Do you prefer relaxing at home or going out? Question 3: What would make your ideal weekend?
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Model answer: 1. I usually catch up with friends, do some chores, and relax a little. 2. I lean towards going out, especially if the weather is nice. 3. My ideal weekend would combine a morning outdoors with a relaxed evening at home.

Respond to Questions Using Information Provided

Read the information, then answer three questions about it.

Look at the information below, then answer the three questions.

QUICKSHIP COURIER - DELIVERY WINDOW Order number 4471 Driver: Marcus Estimated delivery: between 2 pm and 4 pm Signature required on delivery Alternative option: leave with neighbor if no answer Contact number for driver: 555-0148 Question 1: Between what times will the parcel be delivered? Question 2: What is required when the parcel is delivered? Question 3: What happens if there is no answer at the door?
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Model answer: 1. The parcel will be delivered between two and four in the afternoon. 2. A signature is required when the parcel is delivered. 3. If there's no answer, the driver will leave it with a neighbor.

Express an Opinion

Give your opinion and support it with reasons.

Some people prefer traveling alone, while others prefer traveling with a group. Which do you think is better, and why?
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Model answer: I personally enjoy traveling with a small group more than traveling alone, mainly because I like sharing experiences with people I trust. Having companions makes it easier to split costs, navigate unfamiliar places, and feel safer at night. Solo travel, however, offers complete freedom to change plans on a whim and often leads to deeper conversations with locals, since a lone traveler seems more approachable. I think both styles have real value, but for longer trips, I would choose company, while for a short weekend adventure, traveling alone can feel refreshing and liberating.

Writing

Write a Sentence Based on a Picture

Write one sentence about each picture using both words.

Write ONE sentence using: ride / carefully (any word form).
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Model answer: The instructor asked the students to ride the horse carefully.
Write ONE sentence using: catch / patient (any word form).
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Model answer: You need to be patient if you want to catch a fish at the lake.

Respond to a Written Request

Read the email and write a reply.

Read the email, then respond. From: Olivia Grant, Potential Client Subject: Requesting a product demo Hi, Our team is considering your project management software and would like to see a live demo before making a decision. Could we arrange a time next week? Olivia Respond to the email. Do the following: 1. Thank her for her interest. 2. Suggest two possible times for the demo. 3. Ask how many people will attend.
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Model answer: Dear Olivia, Thank you for your interest in our project management software, we'd be delighted to arrange a live demo for your team. I have availability either Tuesday at 2 pm or Wednesday at 10 am next week; please let me know whichever suits you best. It would also help to know roughly how many people from your team will be joining, so we can tailor the demo and prepare enough materials for everyone. Looking forward to showing you what our platform can do. Best regards

Write an Opinion Essay

Write an essay giving your opinion with reasons and examples.

Some people believe governments should subsidize the arts, while others believe artistic activities should rely entirely on private funding. Discuss both views and give your own opinion.
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Model answer: Government support for the arts, including museums, theaters, and individual artists, remains a contested area of public spending. Supporters of subsidies argue that art enriches society in ways that pure market forces often fail to reward, since many valuable cultural or experimental works struggle to attract sufficient private funding despite their broader social benefit. Public funding, they argue, ensures access to culture for all citizens, not just those who can afford expensive tickets, and preserves art forms that might otherwise disappear due to limited commercial appeal. Opponents argue that taxpayer money should not fund activities that many citizens never personally use or enjoy, especially when public budgets face competing pressures from healthcare, education, and infrastructure. They believe artists and cultural institutions should adapt to what audiences are genuinely willing to pay for, arguing that private sponsorship, ticket sales, and philanthropic donations provide a more accountable and market-tested source of support. In my opinion, a moderate level of public arts funding is justified, given the broad social and educational value that culture provides beyond individual entertainment. However, I believe this funding should be allocated carefully and transparently, prioritizing education programs, public access initiatives, and preservation of significant cultural heritage, rather than covering all artistic expenses indiscriminately. A mixed funding model, combining modest public support with continued private and commercial funding, seems more sustainable than relying entirely on either source alone.
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