以下の６つがTOEICのスピーキングである。
Q1: Read a text aloud：提示された文章を読み上げるセクション。発音、イントネーション、流暢さを評価。
Q2: Describe a picture：写真を見て、その写真について詳しく説明するセクション。語彙力や文の構造を評価。
Q3: Respond to questions：質問に対して適切に答えるセクション。ビジネスシチュエーションに関連する質問が出されることが多い。
Q4: Respond to Questions Using Information Provided：提示された情報を基に質問に答えるセクション。例えば、スケジュールやグラフに基づいて答えるなど。
Q5: Express an opinion：特定のトピックについて自分の意見を述べるセクション。意見を述べる能力と、その意見をサポートする論理的な理由が求められる。
Q6: Propose a solution：問題やシチュエーションに対して解決策を提案するセクション。ビジネスでの問題解決能力が評価される。
Q1: Read a text aloud
Instructions: You will have 45 seconds to prepare. Then, you will have 45 seconds to read the text aloud.
Text: “Welcome to the company’s annual meeting. This year, we will be discussing our progress over the last year and our plans for future growth. We encourage everyone to participate in the discussions and share their ideas on how we can improve our services. Thank you for attending, and we look forward to a productive meeting.”
Q2: Describe a picture
Instructions: You will have 30 seconds to prepare. Then, you will have 45 seconds to describe the picture.
Picture Description:
Imagine a picture showing a busy city street. People are walking on the sidewalk, and there are several cars on the road. On the left side, there is a coffee shop with a few people sitting outside. A bus is stopping at the bus stop, and there are tall buildings in the background.
Example Answer: “In this picture, we can see a busy city street. There are many people walking on the sidewalk, some are holding shopping bags, and others seem to be heading to work. On the left, there is a coffee shop with people sitting outside, drinking coffee. There are several cars on the road, and a bus is stopping at the bus stop. In the background, there are tall buildings, which suggest that this is a business district in a large city.”
Q3: Respond to questions
Instructions: You will be asked three questions about a specific topic. You will have 15 seconds to answer questions 1 and 2, and 30 seconds for question 3.
Topic: Daily Routine
Question: What time do you usually get up in the morning?
Example Answer: I usually get up at 7 AM on weekdays because I need to prepare for work.
Question: How do you usually get to work or school?
Example Answer: I usually take the subway to work because it’s the most convenient way to avoid traffic.
Question: What do you do to relax after a long day?
Example Answer: After a long day, I like to relax by reading a book or watching a TV show. Sometimes, I also take a walk in the park to clear my mind.
Q4: Respond to Questions Using Information Provided
Instructions: You will have 30 seconds to read the schedule. Then, you will answer three questions. You will have 15 seconds to answer each question.
Schedule:
Time Event Room
9:00 Marketing Strategy Meeting Room A
10:30 Sales Presentation Room B
1:00 Product Launch Room C
3:00 Team-building Workshop Room A
Question: What event is happening at 10:30?
Example Answer: At 10:30, there is a sales presentation in Room B.
Question: Where is the Product Launch happening?
Example Answer: The product launch is happening in Room C at 1:00.
Question: When is the Team-building Workshop scheduled?
Example Answer: The team-building workshop is scheduled for 3:00 in Room A.
Q5: Express an opinion
Instructions: You will hear a problem and need to propose a solution. You will have 30 seconds to prepare and 60 seconds to respond.
Problem:
“Hi, I’m calling from the marketing department. We were supposed to print flyers for an event next week, but the printing company just called to say they won’t be able to complete the order on time. We’re not sure what to do because the event is approaching quickly. Can you help?”
Example Answer:
“Thank you for bringing this issue to my attention. Since the original printing company cannot meet the deadline, I suggest we reach out to another local printing company to see if they can take on the job. We could also consider printing a smaller quantity of flyers for the event and focusing on digital promotion through email and social media to make up for the delay. This way, we can still ensure that people know about the event without relying entirely on printed flyers.”
Q6: Propose a solution
Instructions: You will have 30 seconds to prepare and 60 seconds to respond.
Question: Some people believe that working from home is more productive than working in an office. What is your opinion on this? Include reasons and examples to support your answer.
Example Answer:
“In my opinion, working from home can be more productive than working in an office. First, there are fewer distractions at home, such as unnecessary meetings or conversations with coworkers. This allows people to focus more on their tasks. Second, the flexibility of working from home lets employees create a schedule that works best for them, which can lead to higher productivity. For example, some people are more productive in the morning, while others work better in the afternoon. However, I think it’s important to balance remote work with some office time to maintain collaboration with the team.”
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