TOEFL iBT — Test of English as a Foreign Language
Take the TOEFL Reading in Daily Life, Set 1: 20 multiple-choice questions (30 minutes) with instant scoring and a full answer review. Covers 20 TOEFL…
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Q1. Read the passage: Email from a professor Subject: Change to office hours Dear students, Starting next Monday, my office hours will move from Tuesday afternoons to Wednesday mornings, 9:00 to 11:00, in Room 214 of the Science Building. If you cannot attend during these times, please email me to arrange an online meeting. Remember that the first draft of your research proposal is due on Friday the 18th. I strongly recommend that you discuss your topic with me before then. Professor Hassan What is the main purpose of the email?
Answer: A. To announce a change to the professor's office hours
Explanation: The subject line and first sentence announce the new office hours.
Q2. Read the passage: Email from a professor Subject: Change to office hours Dear students, Starting next Monday, my office hours will move from Tuesday afternoons to Wednesday mornings, 9:00 to 11:00, in Room 214 of the Science Building. If you cannot attend during these times, please email me to arrange an online meeting. Remember that the first draft of your research proposal is due on Friday the 18th. I strongly recommend that you discuss your topic with me before then. Professor Hassan When will the new office hours take place?
Answer: C. Wednesday mornings
Explanation: From next Monday, office hours move to Wednesday mornings, 9:00 to 11:00.
Q3. Read the passage: Email from a professor Subject: Change to office hours Dear students, Starting next Monday, my office hours will move from Tuesday afternoons to Wednesday mornings, 9:00 to 11:00, in Room 214 of the Science Building. If you cannot attend during these times, please email me to arrange an online meeting. Remember that the first draft of your research proposal is due on Friday the 18th. I strongly recommend that you discuss your topic with me before then. Professor Hassan What should a student do if they cannot attend the new office hours?
Answer: C. Email the professor to arrange an online meeting
Explanation: The email asks such students to email to arrange an online meeting.
Q4. Read the passage: Email from a professor Subject: Change to office hours Dear students, Starting next Monday, my office hours will move from Tuesday afternoons to Wednesday mornings, 9:00 to 11:00, in Room 214 of the Science Building. If you cannot attend during these times, please email me to arrange an online meeting. Remember that the first draft of your research proposal is due on Friday the 18th. I strongly recommend that you discuss your topic with me before then. Professor Hassan What does the professor suggest students do before Friday the 18th?
Answer: D. Discuss their research topic with him
Explanation: He strongly recommends discussing the topic before the draft is due.
Q5. Read the passage: Library notice NOTICE: Library renovation The second floor of the main library will be closed from 1 to 21 March while new study rooms are installed. During this period, the quiet reading area will move to the ground-floor reading hall. Printing services and the help desk will remain open as usual. Group study rooms can still be booked online, but only those on the third floor will be available. We apologise for any inconvenience. Why will part of the library close?
Answer: C. New study rooms are being installed
Explanation: The second floor closes while new study rooms are installed.
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Q6. Read the passage: Library notice NOTICE: Library renovation The second floor of the main library will be closed from 1 to 21 March while new study rooms are installed. During this period, the quiet reading area will move to the ground-floor reading hall. Printing services and the help desk will remain open as usual. Group study rooms can still be booked online, but only those on the third floor will be available. We apologise for any inconvenience. Where will the quiet reading area be during the renovation?
Q7. Read the passage: Library notice NOTICE: Library renovation The second floor of the main library will be closed from 1 to 21 March while new study rooms are installed. During this period, the quiet reading area will move to the ground-floor reading hall. Printing services and the help desk will remain open as usual. Group study rooms can still be booked online, but only those on the third floor will be available. We apologise for any inconvenience. Which group study rooms can be booked during the renovation?
Q8. Read the passage: Library notice NOTICE: Library renovation The second floor of the main library will be closed from 1 to 21 March while new study rooms are installed. During this period, the quiet reading area will move to the ground-floor reading hall. Printing services and the help desk will remain open as usual. Group study rooms can still be booked online, but only those on the third floor will be available. We apologise for any inconvenience. Which services will NOT be affected?
Q9. Read the passage: Campus shuttle timetable CAMPUS SHUTTLE — WEEKDAY SERVICE The shuttle runs between the Main Gate and the Sports Centre every 20 minutes from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. After 7:00 p.m., it runs every 40 minutes until 10:20 p.m. The shuttle does not operate on weekends or public holidays. Students must show a valid ID card when boarding. The journey takes about 12 minutes. How often does the shuttle run at 3:00 p.m. on a weekday?
Q10. Read the passage: Campus shuttle timetable CAMPUS SHUTTLE — WEEKDAY SERVICE The shuttle runs between the Main Gate and the Sports Centre every 20 minutes from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. After 7:00 p.m., it runs every 40 minutes until 10:20 p.m. The shuttle does not operate on weekends or public holidays. Students must show a valid ID card when boarding. The journey takes about 12 minutes. A student wants to take the shuttle on Saturday. What will happen?
Q11. Read the passage: Campus shuttle timetable CAMPUS SHUTTLE — WEEKDAY SERVICE The shuttle runs between the Main Gate and the Sports Centre every 20 minutes from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. After 7:00 p.m., it runs every 40 minutes until 10:20 p.m. The shuttle does not operate on weekends or public holidays. Students must show a valid ID card when boarding. The journey takes about 12 minutes. What must students do when boarding?
Q12. Read the passage: Campus shuttle timetable CAMPUS SHUTTLE — WEEKDAY SERVICE The shuttle runs between the Main Gate and the Sports Centre every 20 minutes from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. After 7:00 p.m., it runs every 40 minutes until 10:20 p.m. The shuttle does not operate on weekends or public holidays. Students must show a valid ID card when boarding. The journey takes about 12 minutes. A student catches the 9:00 p.m. shuttle at the Main Gate. About when will they reach the Sports Centre?
Q13. Read the passage: Campus café job advertisement Part-time assistants wanted — Campus Café We are looking for friendly students to work 10–15 hours per week, including at least one weekend shift each month. No experience is necessary, as full training is provided. Applicants must be currently enrolled students. Pay is $14 per hour, and staff receive free meals during their shifts. To apply, send a short CV to the café manager by 30 April. Interviews will be held in the first week of May. Who can apply for the job?
Q14. Read the passage: Campus café job advertisement Part-time assistants wanted — Campus Café We are looking for friendly students to work 10–15 hours per week, including at least one weekend shift each month. No experience is necessary, as full training is provided. Applicants must be currently enrolled students. Pay is $14 per hour, and staff receive free meals during their shifts. To apply, send a short CV to the café manager by 30 April. Interviews will be held in the first week of May. According to the advertisement, what will new staff receive?
Q15. Read the passage: Campus café job advertisement Part-time assistants wanted — Campus Café We are looking for friendly students to work 10–15 hours per week, including at least one weekend shift each month. No experience is necessary, as full training is provided. Applicants must be currently enrolled students. Pay is $14 per hour, and staff receive free meals during their shifts. To apply, send a short CV to the café manager by 30 April. Interviews will be held in the first week of May. What is required of every assistant?
Q16. Read the passage: Campus café job advertisement Part-time assistants wanted — Campus Café We are looking for friendly students to work 10–15 hours per week, including at least one weekend shift each month. No experience is necessary, as full training is provided. Applicants must be currently enrolled students. Pay is $14 per hour, and staff receive free meals during their shifts. To apply, send a short CV to the café manager by 30 April. Interviews will be held in the first week of May. What should an interested student do by 30 April?
Q17. Read the passage: Student housing announcement Applications for on-campus housing for next year open on 1 February. Returning students who apply before 15 February will be given priority. Rooms are assigned by random draw within each priority group, and results will be emailed by 10 March. A deposit of $200 is required within one week of receiving an offer; offers without a deposit will be cancelled. Students with accessibility needs should contact the Housing Office before applying. When do housing applications open?
Q18. Read the passage: Student housing announcement Applications for on-campus housing for next year open on 1 February. Returning students who apply before 15 February will be given priority. Rooms are assigned by random draw within each priority group, and results will be emailed by 10 March. A deposit of $200 is required within one week of receiving an offer; offers without a deposit will be cancelled. Students with accessibility needs should contact the Housing Office before applying. Who will be given priority?
Q19. Read the passage: Student housing announcement Applications for on-campus housing for next year open on 1 February. Returning students who apply before 15 February will be given priority. Rooms are assigned by random draw within each priority group, and results will be emailed by 10 March. A deposit of $200 is required within one week of receiving an offer; offers without a deposit will be cancelled. Students with accessibility needs should contact the Housing Office before applying. What happens if a student does not pay the $200 deposit within a week of an offer?
Q20. Read the passage: Student housing announcement Applications for on-campus housing for next year open on 1 February. Returning students who apply before 15 February will be given priority. Rooms are assigned by random draw within each priority group, and results will be emailed by 10 March. A deposit of $200 is required within one week of receiving an offer; offers without a deposit will be cancelled. Students with accessibility needs should contact the Housing Office before applying. How are rooms assigned within each priority group?