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[TOEFL] Task 4 Practice 1_(TEMPLATE)

PASSAGE READING

Please read the passage silently for 45 seconds.
Then, please read the passage aloud.

45秒で以下の文章を黙読してください。その後、音読しましょう。

READ

(Title)

(passage)

COMPREHENSION CHECK 1

Please answer the questions about the passage.

講師が文章ついて質問するので答えましょう。


Why/How(question)

ANSWER

According to the passage,

CHECK YOUR ANSWER 1

We’ll check the sample answer. Please repeat after me.

解答例を見ます。講師に続いて読みましょう。

SAMPLE ANSWER 1

According to the passage,

LECTURE READING

I will read aloud the lecture part. Please take down notes while I’m reading. After that, please read aloud the lecture part.

講師が講義の一部を音読します。講師が読んでいる間にメモを取りましょう。
その後、音読してください。

ANSWER

(lecture)

COMPREHENSION CHECK 2

Please answer the questions about the dialogue.

講師が会話文について質問するので答えましょう。


What is the professor talking about?

ANSWER

The professor is talking about

CHECK YOUR ANSWER

We’ll read the sample answer. Please repeat after me.

解答例を見ます。講師に続いて読みましょう。

SAMPLE ANSWER 2

What is the professor talking about?

The professor is talking about (topic)

COMPREHENSION CHECK 3

Please explain the idea the professor introduces first by using the example.

ANSWER

First,

CHECK YOUR ANSWER

We’ll read the sample answer. Please repeat after me.

解答例を見ます。講師に続いて読みましょう。

SAMPLE ANSWER 3

Please explain the idea the professor introduces first by using the example.

First, (topic)

COMPREHENSION CHECK 4

Please explain the idea the professor introduces next by using the example.

ANSWER

Second,

CHECK YOUR ANSWER

We’ll read the sample answer. Please repeat after me.

解答例を見ます。講師に続いて読みましょう。

SAMPLE ANSWER 4

Please explain the idea the professor introduces next by using the example.
Second, (topic)

COMPREHENSION CHECK 5

What does the professor conclude in the lecture?

ANSWER

The professor concludes that

CHECK YOUR ANSWER

We’ll read the sample answer. Please repeat after me.

解答例を見ます。講師に続いて読みましょう。

SAMPLE ANSWER 5

What does the professor conclude in the lecture?

The professor concludes that (topic)

Eiken Pre 2 Batch 2_2

DIRECTIONS

In this lesson, you will practice describing pictures.

PICTURE 1

 

Picture A Picture B
pic1-A pic1-B

 

Question 1:
Please look at picture A. They are doing different things. Tell me as much as you can about what they are doing using 5 actions.

Answer:
1. ________________________________________________________________________.
2. ________________________________________________________________________.
3. ________________________________________________________________________.
4. ________________________________________________________________________.
5. ________________________________________________________________________.

 

Question 2:
Now, look at the woman in picture B. Please describe the situation.
 
Answer:

_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

PICTURE 2

 

Picture A Picture B
pic2-A pic2-B

 

Question 1:
Please look at picture A. They are doing different things. Tell me as much as you can about what they are doing using 5 actions.

Answer:
1. ________________________________________________________________________.
2. ________________________________________________________________________.
3. ________________________________________________________________________.
4. ________________________________________________________________________.
5. ________________________________________________________________________.

 

Question 2:
Now, look at the woman in picture B. Please describe the situation.
 
Answer:

_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

PICTURE 3

 

Picture A Picture B
pic3-A pic3-b-highres

 

Question 1:
Please look at picture A. They are doing different things. Tell me as much as you can about what they are doing using 5 actions.

Answer:
1. ________________________________________________________________________.
2. ________________________________________________________________________.
3. ________________________________________________________________________.
4. ________________________________________________________________________.
5. ________________________________________________________________________.

 
Question 2:
Now, look at the man in picture B. Please describe the situation.
 
Answer:

_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

PICTURE 4

 

Picture A Picture B
pic4-A pic4-B

 

Question 1:
Please look at picture A. They are doing different things. Tell me as much as you can about what they are doing using 5 actions.

Answer:
1. ________________________________________________________________________.
2. ________________________________________________________________________.
3. ________________________________________________________________________.
4. ________________________________________________________________________.
5. ________________________________________________________________________.

 

Question 2:
Now, look at the woman in picture B. Please describe the situation.
 
Answer:

_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________

Expert Business Conversation: Job Promotion

READING ALOUD

Let’s read the dialogue. I will be Mr. Adams and you will be Mr. Evans. After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.
READ

 

One morning, Mr. Adams suddenly calls Mr. Evans for a meeting.


Good morning, Mr. Evans. Please take a seat. You might be wondering why I called for a meeting today, but, first of all, I want to thank you for your countless efforts that you have done for our company.
 
 
Thank you, Mr. Adams. I greatly appreciate it. However, I could not take all the credit. Things would have been impossible if it weren’t for my team. My department and I worked tirelessly to exceed in our target sales.
 

 
Indeed it is. You and your department made a great team. Our sales have seen significant growth these past few quarters, and according to reports, it is your team we have to give thanks to. Our marketing campaigns are effective in expanding our customer base, and as a reward, you are promoted to be our corporate marketing manager. Your staff will receive promotions and performance bonuses as well.
 
 
Thank you so much for this great opportunity, Mr. Adams. Rest assured that my department and I will continue to do our very best.
 

 
It is I who should be thanking you, if not for your hard work and excellent leadership, our company will never reach this far. Congratulations to you and your team, Mr. Evans!
 

VOCABULARY CHECK
Let’s read the meaning and examples of each word aloud. Please repeat after me.
ANSWER
1. Word:
Meaning:
Example:
 customer base (noun)
group of customers who repeatedly buy the goods or services of a business
Our customer base has grown significantly since last year.
2. Word:
Meaning:
Example:
 quarter (noun)
period of time divided into four; one year has 3 months each quarter
We have not been able to meet our sales for the past few quarters.
3. Word:
Meaning:
Example:
 promote (verb)
advance or raise to a higher position or rank
He was promoted at work.
CONVERSATION

Let’s talk. Please answer my questions. You may ask me questions, too.
ANSWER

1. Is it normal to ask for a raise or a promotion in your country?
Answer: ________________
2. If you had to choose between a satisfying job and a well-paid one, which would you choose?
Answer: ________________
3. Have you taken/studied courses that helped you with your current job?
Answer: ________________
4. How have working conditions changed in recent years? Have there been any significant improvements?
Answer: ________________
5. How long have you been working at your present job?
Answer: ________________
6. Would you describe yourself as a workaholic?
Answer: ________________
7. When do you think should a person ask for a promotion?
Answer: ________________
8. What are your career goals?
Answer: ________________
9. What do you like most about your job?
Answer: ________________
10. Describe yourself as a worker using three words.
Answer: ________________

Expert Business Conversation: Project Management

READING ALOUD

Let’s read the dialogue. I will be Mr. Evans and you will be Ms. Watson and Mr. Wilson. After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.
READ

 

The marketing team is discussing their current project.


Good morning, everyone. Let us discuss one of our marketing campaigns called the Project Wexler. We have started our preparations last week and we are expected to complete it by Wednesday next week. This needs to be approved by the Corporate Sales Director by Friday next week. If the plan goes well, the project will be put to an actual run on September 7. Ms. Watson, could you give us an update on our expenditures?
 
 
Of course, Mr. Evans. Right now, we have stretched our budget for digital production. We only have $3,710 left. If we continue to spend at our current rate, we would not be able to cover our expenditures should revisions be requested. Our budget for research was also exhausted.
 

 
I understand. Thank you, Ms. Watson. How close are we to completing the digital production, Mr. Wilson?
 
 
The digital production is 70% complete, Mr. Evans. As planned, we will be ready to present the initial output on or before Wednesday next week.
 

 
Noted. We cannot request additional budget for this project, so I suggest that we present the output to the Director this afternoon no matter that it is only 70% complete. This way, potential revisions, research, and the project completion itself shall be all covered by the remaining budget.
 
 
I think that is a very good idea.
 

 
Very well. Mister Wilson, allow me to check the initial output prior to meeting with the Director. Ms. Watson, please send me a detailed report on the expenditures. Let us keep everyone posted.
 

VOCABULARY CHECK
Let’s read the meaning and examples of each word aloud. Please repeat after me.
ANSWER
1. Word:
Meaning:
Example:
 campaign (noun)
an organized course of action to achieve a particular goal
The marketing campaign is successful.
2. Word:
Meaning:
Example:
 expenditure (noun)
amount of money spent

Our expenditure should be kept at minimum.

3. Word:
Meaning:
Example:
 revision (adjective)
the act of changing or correcting something
The revision of the project is incomplete.
CONVERSATION

Let’s talk. Please answer my questions. You may ask me questions, too.
ANSWER

1. What do you think are the most important things to consider when managing a project?
Answer: ________________
2. Do you mostly work individually or with a team?
Answer: ________________
3. Which more are you in project management/s? The doer or the thinker?
Answer: ________________
4. How do you express your disagreement with others’ opinions?
Answer: ________________
5. How do you effectively express suggestions?
Answer: ________________
6. Do you believe that quality is better than quantity?
Answer: ________________
7. Do you believe that it’s better to submit late projects than never submitting any projects at all?
Answer: ________________
8. Have you and your team ever encountered problems with a project? How did you manage?
Answer: ________________
9. What projects you have accomplished are you most proud of?
Answer: ________________
10. What are the qualities of an effective project manager?
Answer: ________________

Expert Business Conversation: Business Presentation

READING ALOUD

Let’s read the dialogue. I will be Mr. Evans and Ms. Carter and you will be Mr. Wilson. After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.
READ

 

Mr. Evans and Mr. Wilson will present their company’s sales and marketing performance to the PharmaCare Head, Ms. Carter.


Good morning, everyone. As a footnote to the first half of this year, Mr. Adams and I are here to present our sales and marketing performance. Should you have questions during our presentation, please do not hesitate to ask.
 
 
Let me start with an overview. Our department deals with individual and corporate customers, both of which require different marketing strategies. As was outlined at the beginning of the term, we are shifting our efforts into securing more corporate customers. Business-to-business dealings are deemed more profitable and cost-effective in the long run.
 

 
As a result of this business decision, our customer base of individuals has been reduced. This is expected. Right now, we are down by about 9%. The actual performance is actually better than the estimate of 15%. Also, we have managed to secure 3 big contracts, all of which are with pharmaceutical firms.
 
 
Although the focus of our business is being shifted to corporate customers, we will continue to cater to individual customers. This will not be as big as before, but it is still necessary to keep us “famous” in the market. To reduce our spending, we will hire marketing agencies to do the marketing for us.
 

 
Thank you Mr. Evans and Mr. Wilson. I’m very impressed with your profound presentation and I agree with your proposals. Kindly coordinate with the rest of the Marketing Department team to sort out the hiring process. Please update me before this week ends.
 

VOCABULARY CHECK
Let’s read the meaning and examples of each word aloud. Please repeat after me.
ANSWER
1. Word:
Meaning:
Example:
 shift (verb)
to change
We need to shift our focus on important business matters.
2. Word:
Meaning:
Example:
 contract (noun)
a legal agreement between two people or organizations
We secured a contract with a high-paying client.
3. Word:
Meaning:
Example:
 profound (adjective)
having a great/deep understanding and meaning
Because their business presentation is profound, their boss agreed to proceed with their proposal.
CONVERSATION

Let’s talk. Please answer my questions. You may ask me questions, too.
ANSWER

1. When was the last time you presented something at work? How did it go?
Answer: ________________
2. Do you feel nervous whenever you present something in front of people?
Answer: ________________
3. What are the important things to do before doing a business presentation?
Answer: ________________
4. What are the things people should avoid when doing a business presentation?
Answer: ________________
5. What was the best presentation you had ever listened to?
Answer: ________________
6. What was the worst presentation you had ever listened to?
Answer: ________________
7. If you were to make a business presentation, what would be your topic? Why?
Answer: ________________
8. Do you conduct presentations in English at work?
Answer: ________________
9.

What would you do a day before your business presentation?
Answer: ________________
10. Why do you think it’s important for companies to have business presentations?
Answer: ________________

Eiken Pre 1_8

DIRECTIONS

Please look at the comics below and narrate the story.
This is a story about a man who got sick.
You have 1 minute to prepare.

PREPARATION

(1 minute to prepare)

DIRECTIONS

You have 2 minutes to narrate the story.
Describe each picture in 3 sentences.
Your story should begin with the sentence below:
One day, a man was at home with his brother.

ANSWER

 
eiken-pre1-8---beni-highres (1)
 

QUESTION 1

Please look at the fourth picture.
If you were the man in green, what would you be thinking?

ANSWER

QUESTION 2

Now, I will ask you another question. Please give 2 reasons to support your answer.
Do you think healthcare services should be cheaper?

ANSWER

QUESTION 3

Now, I will ask you another question. Please give 2 reasons to support your answer.
Do you think companies should pay for the medical expenses of their employees?

ANSWER

QUESTION 4

Now, I will ask you another question. Please give 2 reasons to support your answer.
Do you think overtime work should always be paid?

ANSWER

Eiken 1_10

DIRECTIONS

In this lesson, you will practice delivering a speech and I will ask you questions about it.

PREPARATION

Please choose a topic below and make a speech about it.
You have 1 minute to prepare.
Your 1 minute starts now.

PREPARE

1. Do you think companies should hire applicants from top universities only?
2. Do you think learning a foreign language should be required in all schools?
3. Do you think college students should not be allowed to drive a car?
4. Do you agree that those who are under 18 years old should not use any social networking sites?
5. Do you think all countries should require visas?

SPEECH

Now, you have 2 minutes to state your chosen topic and deliver your speech.
After that, I will ask you questions about it.
Your 2 minutes starts now.

SPEECH

______________________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________________

QUESTION

Now, I will ask you two questions about your speech.
(Please ask two questions about your student’s speech.)

ANSWER

1. _____________________________________________________________________________

2. _____________________________________________________________________________

PREPARATION

Please choose another topic below and make a speech about it.
You have 1 minute to prepare.
Your 1 minute starts now.

PREPARE

1. Do you think companies should hire applicants from top universities only?
2. Do you think learning a foreign language should be required in all schools?
3. Do you think college students should not be allowed to drive a car?
4. Do you agree that those who are under 18 years old should not use any social networking sites?
5. Do you think all countries should require visas?

SPEECH

Now, you have 2 minutes to state your chosen topic and deliver your speech.
After that, I will ask you questions about it.
Your 2 minutes starts now.

SPEECH

______________________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________________________

QUESTION

Now, I will ask you two questions about your speech.
(Please ask two questions about your student’s speech.)

ANSWER

1. _____________________________________________________________________________

2. _____________________________________________________________________________

Grammar｜英文法
Lesson65 : Shall I / have to / SVC 1　(be動詞以外)1

LESSON GOAL

Let’s check our lesson goal. In this material, you will practice using the expressions “Shall I” and “have to” in sentences.

GRAMMAR POINT

PART A_1

Let’s read the following sentences. I will read part A, and you will read part B.
講師が A の部分を読みますので、B を制限時間 10 秒で音読しましょう。

PART A_2

A:

Do you have to go to your doctor today?

B:

Yes, I do.

PART A_3

A:

Those students look very happy.

B:

I heard they passed their examination.

PART A_4

A:

Shall I visit you tomorrow?

B:

Yes, please, if you are not busy.

PART A_5

A:

When are you going to submit your homework?

B:

Tomorrow, so I have to finish it tonight.

PART A_6

A:

Why do you like ice cream?

B:

I like it because it is delicious.

PART A_7

A:

Shall we attend the party?

B:

Yes. See you there.

PART B_1

Based on the given information, please answer the questions.
与えられた情報をもとに、を使って質問に答えてください。

PART B_2

Examination Schedule

Subject Schedule Time
Math

Monday

8:00 AM

Science

Tuesday

10:00 AM

English

Wednesday

2:00 PM

History

Thursday

4:00 PM


1. What time do the students have to take their examination in science?
Answer: _______________________________________________

2. What examination do the students have to take on Monday?
Answer: _______________________________________________

3. What time do the students have to take their examination in history?
Answer: _______________________________________________

4. What examination do the students have to take on Wednesday?
Answer: _______________________________________________

PART B_3

Based on the series of pictures, make a short story. You have 20 seconds to prepare and 60 seconds to answer.
次のイラストのストーリーを説明してください。準備時間は 20 秒、回答時間は 60 秒です。

PART B_4


gtec---shall-i---beni-highres

PART C_1

Express your opinion on the following topic. Give at least one reason to support your opinion. You have 60 seconds to prepare and 60 seconds to answer.
次の内容に関して、自分の意見とその理由を 1 つ以上述べましょう。 準備時間は 60 秒、回答時間は 60 秒です。

PART C_2

Question:

Today, some people say that each student needs to have a computer. What do you think about that?

Answer:

_______________________________________________

REVIEW AND FEEDBACK

Now, let us review the things that you learned in this lesson.
(Please give a short feedback on how your student did in your class.)
Grammar
文法		 Pronunciation 発音 Vocabulary
単語		 Comprehension
理解
GOOD 文法の誤りはほとんどなく、完全な文章で話すことができる ほとんどの単語をはっきりと正しく発音することができる 習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を理解し、質問に正しく答えることができる

FAIR		 文法の誤りはあるが、完全な文章で話すことができる 発音の練習が必要な言葉がいくつかある たまにミスはあるが、習った表現を適切に使うことができる 文章を完全に理解するのは難しく、質問に正しく答えられないときもある

POOR		 文章で話すのは難しく、単語だけで話すことができる 発音の練習が必要である 習った単語と表現を少しだけ使うことができる 文章を理解するのは難しく、質問に答えるのは難しい
TUTOR FEEDBACK

GRAMMAR
Good: Was able to speak in complete sentences with minimal grammatical errors.
Fair: Was able to speak in complete sentences with evident grammatical errors.
Poor: Was able to speak using words only.
PRONUNCIATION
Good: Was able to pronounce most of the words clearly and correctly.
Fair: Mispronounced a few words.
Poor: Mispronounced most of the words.
VOCABULARY
Good: Used appropriate expressions learned in class.
Fair: Used appropriate expressions learned in class and made a few errors in word choice.
Poor: Used only a few words and expressions.
COMPREHENSION
Good: Was able to understand the passages and answer the questions correctly.
Fair: Had a little difficulty in understanding passages and answering questions.
Poor: Had a hard time understanding passages and answering questions.
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Beginner Business Conversation: First Day at Work

READING ALOUD

Let’s read the dialogue. I will be Mr. Adams and Mr. Evans and you will be Ms. Watson. After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.

会話文を読みましょう。講師がMr. AdamsとMr. Evans、あなたはMs. Watsonのパートを読みます。読み終わったら交代しましょう。
READ

 

Today is Mr. Evans’ first day at work. Mr. Adams introduced him to one of his new workmates, Ms. Watson.


Mr. Evans, Welcome to PharmaCare’s Marketing Department. You will be meeting the team today with the help of Ms. Watson. She’s also a marketing staff like you. Ms. Watson, I will be leaving Mr. Evans in your care. Have a good day.
Good morning, Mr. Evans. It’s a pleasure to meet you. We’re glad to have you on our team. How are you today? Would you like some coffee?

That is nice of you. Thank you, Ms. Watson, but I already bought a coffee and it’s on my desk. I feel fine by the way. How about you?
I’m doing well, thank you. Speaking of coffee, there’s no need for you to buy outside since we have free coffee here. Anyway, I will be helping you in familiarizing with the company’s rules, our department’s goals, and your main tasks.

That’s great! I can’t wait to get started. Which should we do first?

We will have a time for those three after our lunch. Right now, I will show you around the department and meet the entire team. Let’s go!

VOCABULARY CHECK
Let’s read the meaning and examples of each word aloud. Please repeat after me.
単語の意味と例文を読みましょう。講師にあとに続いて読んでください。
ANSWER
1. Word:
 
Meaning:
Example:		 pleasure  (noun：名詞)
喜び
a feeling of being happy and pleased

It is a pleasure to meet my new work mates.
2.Word:
 
Meaning:
Example:
 main (adjective：形容詞)
主要な
a word to describe when something/someone is important

His main goal is to make sure that all products are done well.

3. Word:
 
Meaning:
Example:
 familiarize (verb：動詞)
慣れさせる
to know and learn about something/someone

She needs to familiarize herself with the company’s rules.
CONVERSATION

Let’s talk. Please answer my questions. You may ask me questions, too.

講師の質問に答えましょう。講師にも同じ質問をしましょう。
ANSWER

1. How was your first day at work/school?
Answer: ________________
2. How would you prepare a day before your first day at work/school?
Answer: ________________
3. Have you been late or absent on your first day at work/school? If yes, why?
Answer: ________________
4. Today is your first day at work/school but it’s raining hard, would you still go?
Answer: ________________
5. Do you prefer to go home early after work or go home late? Why?
Answer: ________________
6. Do you think it’s important to wear your best dress/outfit on your first day at work/school?
Answer: ________________
7. What do you usually do on your first day at work/school?
Answer: ________________
8. What was your most memorable experience on your first day at work/school?
Answer: ________________
9. Your new workmates invited you to go out with them for dinner, would you accept it?
Answer: ________________
10. Are you a workaholic/hard-working person? Yes or no?
Answer: ________________

Intermediate Business Conversation: Exchanging Ideas

READING ALOUD

Let’s read the dialogue. I will be Ms. Watson and Mr. Wilson and you will be Mr. Evans. After reading it once, we’ll switch roles.
READ

 

The team at PharmaCare are exchanging ideas for the promotion of their new product.


Good morning. Today, we are going to talk about the promotion of our latest product. Is there anyone who wants to share ideas first?
 
Ms. Watson, I have a suggestion. What if we promote our new product using brochures? In the past, we usually get good results when using brochures.
 

 
I see your point, but I think giving brochures is already an out-of-date way of promoting our products. Why don’t we try something new? We could promote our new product on the internet.
 
 
Well, I’m not so sure about that but I guess we could give both of your concepts a try. I’m also thinking about promoting the latest product on the internet and in brochures. If you have more ideas in mind, please let the team know until tomorrow.
 

 
That’s great. So we could see which concept works best for the promotion of our new product.
 

 
Exactly. I think we should have another meeting before we start making drafts for promotional advertisements. Thank you and see you later, team.
 

VOCABULARY CHECK
Let’s read the meaning and examples of each word aloud. Please repeat after me.
ANSWER
1. Word:
Meaning:
Example:
 brochure (noun)
a thin book with pictures and information, usually advertising something
I saw some interesting products on the brochure last night..
2. Word:
Meaning:
Example:
 concept (noun)
a principle or idea

His concept improved the company’s annual sales.
3. Word:
Meaning:
Example:
 out-of-date (adjective)
old and no longer useful or fashionable

Most people wish to have more time for leisure.
CONVERSATION

Let’s talk. Please answer my questions. You may ask me questions, too.
ANSWER

1. How do you feel when someone disagrees with your idea?
Answer: ________________
2. Do you find it easy to share your ideas in a meeting?
Answer: ________________
3. Why do you think some people are afraid to express their ideas?
Answer: ________________
4. Do you consider other people’s opinions when making a decision?
Answer: ________________
5. Do you think getting ideas from employees can be a great help for the company?
Answer: ________________
6. Have you ever given an idea that helped improve something?
Answer: ________________
7. Do you easily accept other people’s opinions/ideas?
Answer: ________________
8. Why do you think it is important to exchange ideas in a meeting?
Answer: ________________
9. Have you ever disagreed with someone’s ideas? What happened?
Answer: ________________
10. Have you ever suggested something, then changed your mind?
Answer: ________________

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