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Table of Contents ABOUT THE TOEIC TEST

What is the TOEIC test?...........................................................................................................5

What is the format of the TOEIC test? .....................................................................................6

Who takes the TOEIC test?......................................................................................................7

Why take the TOEIC test?........................................................................................................7

When and where can I take the TOEIC test?...........................................................................8

How much does the OEIC test cost? .......................................................................................8

Commonly asked questions about the TOEIC test. .................................................................9

What score do I need to “pass” the TOEIC test?..........................................................9

Does the TOEIC test measure speaking and writing?................................................10

From what kind of contexts ate the TOEIC test questions drawn?.............................11

TOEIC Certificate of Achievement ...........................................................................................13

PREPARING TO TAKE THE TOEIC TEST

How to get ready to take the TOEIC test................................................................................14

During the test ........................................................................................................................15

Sample questions ...................................................................................................................16

TOEIC Background Questionnaire and Answer Sheet ..........................................................40

Sample Answer Sheet ............................................................................................................41

Special Information ................................................................................................................42

If I have a disability, can I still take the TOEIC test?..............................................................43

Do I need to present identification at the testing site? ...........................................................43

Can I take materials into the testing room?............................................................................43

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YOUR TEST SCORES

How is the TOEIC test scored ................................................................................................44

How will I receive my scores? ................................................................................................44

If I take another version of the TOEIC test, will I receive the same scores? .........................45

How long will my scores be valid?..........................................................................................45

How long will my scores be kept on record?..........................................................................45

Are my scores confidential? ...................................................................................................45

Can I have my test rescored?.................................................................................................46

COMMENTS.............................................................................................................................46