TOEIC Reading Test Quiz

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  • 1. 

    1. ___________ the second half of the twentieth century there was a two-fold increase in deaths AIDS worldwide.    

    • A.

      While

    • B.

      During

    • C.

      After

    • D.

      Following

    Correct Answer
    B. During
    Explanation
    During the second half of the twentieth century, there was a two-fold increase in deaths due to AIDS worldwide. This means that the increase in deaths occurred specifically within that time period. "During" indicates a specific time frame and is the correct answer in this context.

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  • 2. 

    2. ___________, he wasn't able to make it to the plenary session on time because he hadn't expected the traffic congestion.  

    • A.

      Regrettable

    • B.

      Regretful

    • C.

      Rerettably

    • D.

      Regretfully

    Correct Answer
    D. Regretfully
    Explanation
    The person mentioned in the sentence was unable to make it to the plenary session on time because they hadn't anticipated the traffic congestion. The word "regretfully" indicates that the person feels remorse or disappointment about not being able to attend the session.

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  • 3. 

    At the banquet you will be served with a variety of gourmet foods and your __________ of vegetables before entree.  

    • A.

      Option

    • B.

      Chioice

    • C.

      Subtitude

    • D.

      Alternative

    Correct Answer
    B. Chioice
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "choice". At the banquet, you will have the option or opportunity to choose your vegetables before the main course or entree.

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  • 4. 

    Unlike other department stores, most specialty stores handle only one line of merchandise __________ a number of closely related items.

    • A.

      Either

    • B.

      Or

    • C.

      Some

    • D.

      Instead

    Correct Answer
    B. Or
    Explanation
    Most specialty stores handle only one line of merchandise, which means they focus on a specific type of product. The word "or" is used in this context to indicate that the specialty store may handle either one item or a few closely related items within that line of merchandise. This is in contrast to department stores, which typically carry a wide variety of products.

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  • 5. 

    Further help is available __________ request, so you don't have to worry about purchasing cutting-edge equipment.

    • A.

      As soon as

    • B.

      To

    • C.

      Upon

    • D.

      Until

    Correct Answer
    C. Upon
    Explanation
    The phrase "Further help is available upon request" means that additional assistance can be obtained if it is specifically asked for. This suggests that there is no need to be concerned about buying advanced equipment because the necessary support will be provided when needed.

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  • 6. 

    _________ the mayor's intention can be well justified, he can hardly avoid the criticism that he should have been more careful before jumping the gun.

    • A.

      Even though

    • B.

      Depite

    • C.

      Nevertheless

    • D.

      Despite of

    Correct Answer
    A. Even though
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Even though." This phrase is used to introduce a contrast or contradiction between two ideas. In this context, it suggests that despite the mayor's good intentions, he will still face criticism for not being more cautious. The phrase acknowledges that there may be valid reasons for the mayor's actions, but it also implies that those reasons may not fully excuse his lack of careful consideration.

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  • 7. 

    The earrings on display at the museum can fetch hundreds and thousands of dollars because they are hundreds of years old and made __________ gold.

    • A.

      With

    • B.

      In

    • C.

      Of

    • D.

      From

    Correct Answer
    C. Of
    Explanation
    The earrings on display at the museum can fetch hundreds and thousands of dollars because they are hundreds of years old and made of gold. The phrase "made of gold" indicates that the earrings are composed or constructed using gold as the material. Gold is a valuable and precious metal, which increases the worth and desirability of the earrings.

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