Part 6 - TEXT COMPLETION
You will be given 4 texts with 4 questions in each set. You will be asked to read the text and choose the word, phrase, or sentence that would complete the text correctly. Recommended Time: 15 minutes.
SNEAK PEEK 1
Choosing the correct answer for the question type
Instructions: Read the sample text for Part 6 below. A word, phrase, or sentence is missing in the sentences in each text. Choose the best answer to complete the sentence for each item. Your mentor will give you a total of 3 minutes to answer the 4 questions.
Questions 1-4 refer to the following course description.
Course Description:
Photography 101: Basic Photography for Everyone
Come to class prepared to have fun while learning to use your 35mm SLR film camera.
(We will NOT be 1. digital photography in this class. See Course 102: Basic Digital Imaging for Everyone, or Course 103: Turning Your Computer into a Digital Darkroom.)
The course covers f-stops, shutter speeds, exposure, metering, film types, lenses, filters, flash photography, simple lighting techniques, composition and ways of "seeing," and handheld and tripod shooting techniques.
There will be a different assignment each week. You will shoot both print and slide film, and work in color and black-and-white. You will be encouraged to share your photographs in class to receive feedback from your 2..
3., you will shoot a minimum of six rolls of film. (The approximate cost for film and processing is $90.)
Bring your 35 mm SLR camera to the first class, as well as your enthusiasm for learning a new skill. No experience necessary!
Required textbook: Introduction to Photography, 2nd edition by Don Hasbrook.
(Note: A 35 mm camera is the only equipment required for this class. If you do not own a scanner, or have access to one, you may rent one from the school for an additional covering fee. 4.. Subject to availability.)
1. (A) cover (B) covers (C) covering (D) covered
2. (A) films (B) cameras (C) classmates (D) photographs
3. (A) Your teacher will provide you with
(B) To complete all the assignments
(C) The second level of the course will explain
(D) Most professional photographers
4. (A) Talk to your professor about recommended stores
(B) You may be permitted to extend your deadline
(C) Call the main office for details
(D) Look online for a number of providers
STRATEGY 1:
Understanding the types of questions in Part 6LET'S UNDERSTAND 1
Compared to Part 5 of the TOEIC Test, some questions in Part 6 need information that is found in other sentences in the passage. In addition to finding grammar and vocabulary questions, you will need to choose phrases or sentences that will complete the text.
| QUESTION TYPES | EXAMPLES |
|---|---|
Type 1. Vocabulary questions For vocabulary questions, look for words or phrases that give clues to the correct answer. Words or phrases in the sentence can help you eliminate distractors and point you to the correct choice. In question 2 of SNEAK PEEK 1, the phrase to receive feedback from could eliminate choices (A), (B) and (D) since you need a person in the blank. Films, cameras, and photographs are not able to provide feedback. Thus, choice (C) is the correct answer. | You will be encouraged to share your photographs in class to receive feedback from your (2). (A) films (B) cameras (C) classmates (D) photographs |
Type 2. Grammar questions For grammar questions, pay attention to words before and after the blanks to determine which part of speech is required. Usually, words right before and after the blank will tell you which part of speech the correct answer choice needs to be. This helps you eliminate distractors. In question 1 of SNEAK PEEK, the words we will NOT be right before the blank needs to be followed by the -ing form of a verb. This eliminates choices (A), (B) and (D). Thus, choice (C) is the correct answer. | We will NOT be (1) digital photography in this class. See Course 102: Basic Digital.. (A) cover (B) covers (C) covering (D) covered |
Type 3. Phrase/Sentence questions The answer choices are either short phrases or complete sentences. For short phrases, the correct answer will need to make sense when coupled with the remaining part of the sentence. In question 3 of SNEAK PEEK, the sentence ends in you will shoot a minimum of six rolls of film, so the first half must be related. Only choice (B) gives a sensible answer, the students need to shoot six rolls of film in order to complete the assignments. For complete sentences, you need to unerstand the topic of the portion of the text that is missing a sentence so that you can choose the sentence that matches the topic best. In question 4, the missing sentence appears after information about renting a scanner from the school. Only choice (C) gives an appropriate answer - the student can call the main office of the school for more details about renting a scanner. Choices (A) and (D) are about finding somewhere to buy a scanner from, but the text says that the school provides them, so they are incorrect. Choice (B) talks about extending the deadline, so this cannot make sense either. | (3), you will shoot a minimum of six rolls of film. (A) Your teacher will provide you with (B) To complete all the assignments (C) The second level of the course will explain (D) Most professional photographers 4. (A) Talk to your professor about recommended stores (B) You may be permitted to extend your deadline (C) Call the main office for details (D) Look online for a number of providers |
23. Understand the part with the missing phrase or sentence.
For phrase questions, you need to understand the meaning of the sentence as whole, rather than only identifying the grammar needed or understanding the vocabualry. For sentence questions, you need to understand the topic of the part of the text that is missing the sentence so that you can find the sentence that matches the topic best. These kinds of questions are not like the ones in Part 5 of the TOEIC Test.
STRATEGY 2:
Identifying the part of speech needed: verb formsLET'S TRY IT 1
A. Instructions: Read the text below and identify if the missing verb should be in the present simple, present continuous, past simple, or past continuous form.
All first-year engineering students (1) the story of Herbert Mansfield when they enter university.
VERB FORM:
Before his invention of the steam converter in 1903, Herbert (2) as a design engineer for a manufacturing company.
VERB FORM:
He (3) in a small, tidy, very average house outside Billington.
VERB FORM:
He (4) at the National Institute before receiving his degree in engineering.
VERB FORM:
It wasn't until several years later that he (5) the invention that would change the world.
VERB FORM:
Many of the most influential scientists still (6) it to be the greatest breakthrough of the century.
VERB FORM:
Currently the city (7) a monument to this very important individual.
VERB FORM:
Now complete the text using the verbs from a-g.
| a. worked | c. made | e. believe | g. studied |
| b. learn | d. lived | f. is building |
STRATEGY 3:
Using context clues to find the correct answer choiceB. Instructions: Read the sentences below and find context clues around the blanks to help you decide which word is correct. After checking the correct answers, tell your mentor which key words led you to the answer.
1. After several hours of discussion the deal was still not signed. The main problem was the . Due to the budget, the purchase would need to be postponed.
(A) quality
(B) price
(C) size
(D) weight
2. It wasn't the largest company. It was, , one of the most highly respected in the field.
(A) furthermore
(B) therefore
(C) additionally
(D) however
3. In the winter the mountain trails are icy and dangerous. Travelers are encouraged to move along the marked paths.
(A) rapidly
(B) cheerfully
(C) carefully
(D) perilously
4. The reports weren't distributed the first part of the presentation. They were made available at the end.
(A) after
(B) while
(C) during
(D) until
LET'S PRACTICE 1
Instructions: Read the text below and identify what type of questions items 1-4 are.
| QUESTION TYPES |
|---|
Type 1 - Vocabulary questions |
Type 2 - Grammar questions |
Type 3 - Phrase/Sentence questions |
Questions 1-4 refer to the following course description.
With this classic text, Bob Bingley has done more to alter views in Change Management than any other author before or since. He explains the main concepts behind the management of change with clarity, originality, and humor. (1) deals with change in all its aspects and from the viewpoint of all those that (2) by change. The book looks at what change means for both large-scale and small-scale organizations. Bingley successfully shows that, (3) the right techniques and a logical approach, even the most sweeping changes can be implemented without disruption. (4) and several new chapters on the impact of technology on the management of change.
QUESTION TYPE:
1. 3.
2. 4.
Now, find the correct answer choice for each item.
1. (A) She(B) He (C) This (D) That
2. (A) are affected (B) affected (C) is affected (D) have affected
3. (A) gives (B) he gave (C) to give (D) given
4. (A) For further information, contact us weekdays 9:00 A.M.-5:00 P.M. on (020) 4423 3456
(B) Bob Bingley lives in Oxford with his wife, fellow writer,
(C) The Glorina Standard called it 'an unforgettable read'
(D) This new edition includes a preface by the author
24. Find the correct verb form.
Some questions provide answer choices that feature different tenses of the same verb. Look at the sentence and the rest of the text if necessary, then decide which tense is correct.
25. Find context clues around the blank.
Look for clues in the sentences around each blank to help you decide which word is correct.
STRATEGY 4:
Identifying the part of speech needed: verb adjectives and adverbsLET'S TRY IT 2
A. Instructions: Choose the correct adjective or adverb to complete each sentence below. Observe the common endings of the adjectives and adverbs used in the TOEIC test.
| ADJECTIVES / ADVERBS | |
|---|---|
1. Our sales have been good in the last three months. | consistent / consistently |
2. We have problems in our Tokyo office. | serious / seriously |
3. We selected this hotel because the rooms are . | comfortable / comfortably |
4. The contract stated that delivery would be free. | specific / specifically |
5. New recruits are expected to listen during training. | attentive / attentively |
6. The response to the new commercial has been . | wonderful / wonderfully |
Now can you make a list of common adjective and adverb endings (including the ones from the choices above). Then provide two other words for each adjective and adverb ending.
| Adjective ending | Example adjectives | Adverb ending | Example adverbs |
|---|---|---|---|
B. Instructions: Choose the correct word or words to complete the sentences with the comparative and superlative forms of the adjectives and adverbs in the sentences.
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The [ good / better / best ] thing about the offer is the price.
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This system uses the [ advanced / more advanced / most advanced ] technology on the market.
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This department may not be as [ big / bigger /biggest ] as some of the others, but its budget is much [ large / larger / the largest ].
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They are our [ important / more important / most important ] customers by far.
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The old distributor's delivery was much [ fast / faster / fastest ] than the new one.
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Most attendees felt the first presenter was [ informative / most informative / more informative ] than the second one.
LET'S PRACTICE 2
A. Instructions: Read each sentence below and decide whether an adjective or adverb is needed to complete it.
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Watches made in Switzerland are known for their timekeeping.
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The manager displayed the trophy his branch had won for having the best sales record.
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All new staff are told not to make personal phone calls using the company line.
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Jay has had the best sales record for the last 3 years.
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The company is famous for finding solutions to difficult problems.
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The book shop next door is expensive, but it is certainly .
Now, select the best word of the correct type from the list below.
a. consistently | c. precise | e. convenient |
b. specifically | d. innovative | f. proudly |
B. Instructions: Apply the strategies you have learned in the previous sections to answer the following items.
Questions 1-4 refer to the following article.
High among the many triumphs of man's courage and spirit is Walter Drake's and Olivier Vogel's (1) climb to the summit of Mount Everest without oxygen tanks in 1967.
Although several attempts to climb Everest without additional oxygen had been made in the past, none had been successful. Drake and Vogel began moving (2) up the south ridge towards the summit, which they reached after a grueling climb at 10:30. They lingered (3) on the summit and then began the tiring climb down the mountain. They said it was the (4) test of endurance they had ever experienced.
1. (A) amazement (B) amazing (C) amazingly (D) amazed
2. (A) caution (B) cautious (C) cautiously (D) precautionary
3. (A) highly (B) shortly (C) briefly (D) quickly
4. (A) great (B) greater (C) greatest (D) greatly
26. Identify the correct word endings for adjectives and adverbs.
Learn different suffixes to help you identify adjectives and adverbs. Try to familiarize the different words around the blank as well to help you know which type of word is needed.
27. Know the different comparative and superlative forms of adjectives and adverbs.
Understand the different forms used in the comparative and superlative forms of adjectives and adverbs to help you choose the right answer.
LET'S DO THE CHALLENGE!
Let's apply the strategies and tips you have learned in this lesson by answering the 12 items below.
Instructions: Your mentor will give you 6 minutes to finish answering all 12 questions. Apply the Double Pass method to help you maximize your time. Try to spend a maximum of 30 seconds for each question. If you can't find the answer, make your best guess and continue to the other items.
Questions 1-4 refer to the following letter.
1 Dec 2020
Ms. Paula Lampard
Supervisor of Product Development
Target Solutions
Boston, MA 03276
Dear Ms. Lampard,
It was a pleasure (1) you at the conference in Moscow last month.
As we discussed, I sincerely believe that our cables and wires can not only save you a lot of money, but also improve the quality of your services. If you are still willing, I would like to ship you some (2) of our premium copper, gold, and platinum series for your evaluation.
I am sure you will find them to be of the highest standard. Should you decide to opt for us as one of your suppliers, I believe meeting in person would allow us to (3) evaluate your wants and needs.
Please let me know, at your earliest convenience, (4).
Cordially,
Henrique Farias
CEO
(55) 11 5553128
Target Solutions
hfarias@pwf.com
1. (A) meet (B) met (C) will meet (D) meeting
2. (A) samples (B) tastings (C) demonstrations (D) shows
3. (A) fully (B) full (C) fill (D) filling
4. (A) when we are likely to receive your samples.
(B) the price list for our items can be found on our website at www.pwf.com.br.
(C) see you at the conference next year!
(D) if and when you would like us to ship the samples.
Questions 5-8 refer to the following letter.
From: Margaret Kim «m.kim@kr_consulting.com»
To: Susan Parker ‹s_parker@parkerdesigns.com
CC: Kevin Rutland «k.rtuland@kr_consulting.com»
Date: October 10th, 2016 11:14:21 A.M.
Subject: Finally getting back to you…
Dear Susan,
So sorry that I have not been able to reply to your message earlier, but this really is the first (5) I've had in a week to sit down and respond to emails. I don't know if I told you, but last week we had the auditors visit the office, and so I'm sure you can imagine how busy we were. Anyway, I've had a look at the plans you sent and I'm really excited by them.
You really seem to have understood what we are looking for. Kevin Rutland has also taken a look at them and is (6) impressed. There are a number of things that we'd like to discuss with you, and we think it's best if you come to our office here in Vermont. Please let us know the most (7) date for you. Obviously we will cover travel and accommodation. (8).
Regards,
Margaret
5. (A) opening (B) opportunity (C) prospect (D) occurrence
6. (A) just as (B) the same (C) identically (D) alike
7. (A) suited (B) convenient (C) nicely (D) fitted
8. (A) Looking forward to hearing from you soon.
(B) Thanks for getting back to me so quickly.
(C) See you in Vermont next Thursday.
(D) Please do not contact me again.
Questions 9-12 refer to the following letter.
Office Express
Mrs. Penelope Bravo
2912 Capitol Lane
Los Angeles, CA 90016
Dear Mrs. Bravo,
(9). I work for CYEF Ltd, and we have a large demand for supplies on national level. I hope that we can (10) partners and do business together.
We need some supplies to be delivered (11) since our former supplier failed to fulfill our latest order.
We need 600 boxes of A4 110 mm quality paper for our laser printers. We would like them delivered as soon as possible because this is an urgent matter. I hope this can be the beginning of a long-lasting business partnership (12) both companies can greatly benefit in the future.
Warm Regards,
Scott Drinkwater
HR Manager
9. (A) I am writing to apply for the position of Office Manager at your company.
(B) I wanted to congratulate you for your work on the Petrowski case.
(C) A colleague recommended your company as the most reliable provider of quality office supplies.
(D) Thank you for expressing interest in our products.
10. (A) believe (B) belong (C) betray (D) become
11. (A) quickly (B) quick (C) quicker (D) quickest
12. (A) from which (B) at which (C) on which (D) which
LET'S RECAP!
23. Understand the part with the missing phrase or sentence.
For phrase questions, you need to understand the meaning of the sentence as whole, rather than only identifying the grammar needed or understanding the vocabualry. For sentence questions, you need to understand the topic of the part of the text that is missing the sentence so that you can find the sentence that matches the topic best. These kinds of questions are not like the ones in Part 5 of the TOEIC Test.
24. Find the correct verb form.
Some questions provide answer choices that feature different tenses of the same verb. Look at the sentence and the rest of the text if necessary, then decide which tense is correct.
Look for clues in the sentences around each blank to help you decide which word is correct.
25. Find context clues around the blank.
Look for clues in the sentences around each blank to help you decide which word is correct.
26. Identify the correct word endings for adjectives and adverbs.
Learn different suffixes to help you identify adjectives and adverbs. Try to familiarize the different words around the blank as well to help you know which type of word is needed.
27. Know the different comparative and superlative forms of adjectives and adverbs.<
Understand the different forms used in the comparative and superlative forms of adjectives and adverbs to help you choose the right answer.
Reference: The book "スコアが上がるTOEIC L & Rテスト本番模試600問 改訂版 新形式問題対応" by Izumi Irie. Publisher: Obunsha Co., Ltd.. All rights reserved.