FAQ's about TOEIC

What is the TOEIC Test?

The TOEIC test is a two-hour multiple-choice test that consists of 200 questions divided into two sections:

Listening: There are 100 listening comprehension questions administered by audiocassette. There are four types of questions. Examinees listen to a variety of statements, questions, short conversations, and short talks recorded in English, and then respond to questions.

Reading: There are 100 reading questions, consisting of three types of questions. Examinees read a variety of materials and respond to questions.

Examinees respond to test questions by marking one of the letters (A), (B), (C), or (D) with a pencil.

Does the TOEIC Test Measure Speaking and Writing?

The TOEIC test measures listening and reading directly. Direct tests of speaking and writing are generally not only less objective, but also less reliable.

The decision to test only listening and reading directly on the TOEIC test was a response to the needs of test takers for a rapid, reliable test.

The TOEIC test provides an indirect measure of speaking and writing. Studies with large samples of nonnative speakers of English from around the world have confirmed a strong link between TOEIC results and an oral interview.

How is the TOEIC Test used in Canada?

The TOEIC test is widely used in Canada. Many employers, language schools and universities in Canada consider the TOEIC test to be the most practical test available. The TOEIC test is not only popular in Canada. In many other countries, such as Korea, Japan, Mexico, and the United States, the TOEIC test is valued as a practical way to evaluate English language skills.

Should I take the TOEIC Test in Canada?

International students who have been studying English in Canada tend to obtain their best lifetime TOEIC scores when they take the test immediately before returning to their home countries. If you are studying English in Canada, you should plan in advance so you can take the TOEIC test toward the end of your visit. Vancouver English Centre administers a TOEIC test every four weeks.

TOEIC is a registered trademark of Educational Testing Service (ETS). This publication is not endorsed or approved by ETS or The Chauncey Group International Ltd.

The TOEIC Program is administered by The Chauncey Group International Ltd, a subsidiary of Educational Testing Service, United States.

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