20 TOEIC Tips~ 20個考試要領(適合各種考試準備)

20 TOEIC Tips~ 20個考試要領(適合各種考試準備) part 1

這兩天在網路上尋找一些英文資料.發現了這份考試準備的要領.
其實,道理大同小異,但還是可以給目前在準備考試的同學依些參考

20 TOEIC Tips

1. Set a goal 設定目標

So, you've decided to take the TOEIC test.
Congratulations! The first thing you should do is
set a goal. If you are taking the test in order to
apply for a job, find out what proficiency level is
required. Most entry level positions require a
minimum score of 600. Management positions may
require a higher score, such as 800.

Choose a goal that is achievable. If you aim
too high, you will be disappointed. Remember, you
can take the test as often as you want if you don't
mind paying the fee.

考試首重設定目標.如果你考多益的目的是要找好工作,那你就必須
要看依下你所選定的工作性質所要的多益程度為多少. 以此來當
作是你的目標也是很好的. 一般工作600,主管及可達到800
(此數據以北美為主.台灣, 目前我有一間任教的公司班,他要求一般
員工要有450.主管580 的程度.相較之下 就輕鬆多了.但這只是個例子)
目標必須是可達得到的.若你設得太高只會增加你的沮喪感.記得,多益
考試是可以重複考的.

2. Understand the test 了解考試題型

Before you start studying for the test, make sure
you understand the format of each section. You will
be tested on your listening and reading comprehension
skills. By doing model or practice tests, you will
become very familiar with the TOEIC. The test should
become "second nature" to you before you attempt the
real thing.

在你開始準備前,必須要先了解此考試中每個部份所考的重點.
多益中你被要求要考聽跟讀的能力. 爾後你可以多做模擬試題
讓你更熟悉考題.並應訓練你的考試技巧

3. Make a study plan 作讀書計畫

Procrastination(延遲;耽擱) is one of the key
reasons students fail the TOEIC test. You may book
your TOEIC test months in advance. However, the day
you decide to take the TOEIC test should be the
day you start to study.

You will have to decide whether or not you
are going to teach yourself the TOEIC with reliable
resources or whether you are going to take a TOEIC
preparation class. In order to get the best results,
you should do both. If you cannot afford to take a
TOEIC class, make sure to choose a TOEIC textbook
that has explanatory answers. You will also want to
have a teacher or tutor that you can go to from time
to time with questions.

If you choose a TOEIC class, make sure that
you trust your teacher and feel comfortable in his
or her class. Take a class with a friend and make
a commitment to study together in and outside of
class.

Studying at the same time every day is a
great way to improve your score. Write down
your study plan and sign it!

一再拖延是考生考不好的一大主因之ㄧ. 你可以事先先報名報考試期.
報考日期應是你開始準備的那天就應該決定好.

你必須決定你是否有在家自修還是要參加課程.若要考好成績,
建議你兩者都做.如果沒有辦法參加考試,也應自己準備依本參考書,
書後並有付上詳細解答.若有問題也應詢問你的老師或家教.

如果要參加考試,也應選擇自己信賴並覺得舒適的環境及老師.
建議可以跟朋友一起參加課程並互相承諾自修時間一起研讀.

在每天的同一時間讀書是一個很好的習慣.所以現在就設定
自己的讀書計畫並簽名蓋章吧!

4. Divide study time appropriately 分配讀書時間

The TOEIC is divided into seven sections.
Each section is worth a certain amount of points.
Don't spend too much time studying one section.
Many students make the mistake of studying the
section that they enjoy the most. This is the
section you should spend the least amount of
time on.

You might want to divide your study week
by focusing on a certain section each day.
Remember, if Sunday is your day to practice
Part VII (40 questions on the test), you might
have to study twice as long as you would on Monday
when you focus on Part I (20 questions on the test).

多益考試分成七大部分.每部分都有相對成績.千萬不要花太多
時間研讀其中一單元而忘了其他單元.很多學生犯了一個通病,
花了很多時間在自己有興趣的部份.但這個部份應該是你應該花
最少時間的單元.

你可以將自己的讀書計畫以一週為一個單位.每天專注在不同單元.
如,若星期天要研讀第七部份短篇文章(40題),那研讀的時間就應該
比星期一研讀第一部分聽力看圖(20題)多出一倍的時間.

5. Build a strong vocabulary 增強字彙庫

Another reason students fail the TOEIC test
is that they have a very limited vocabulary. The
day you decide to take the TOEIC test you should
make yourself a blank dictionary. Use a notebook
(an address book works great because it is divided
into letters) and keep track of all of the new words
you learn along the way. It is not useful to study
vocabulary lists. You will only remember words that
you have seen in context. For each entry, write
the word and use it in a sentence. At the end of
each week you should write a short letter or
composition using as many of the words as you can.

This might also be the time to stop using your
translation dictionary. Electric dictionaries make
things too simple! You will not remember the word
if it doesn't take any effort to understand it.

Keep in mind that the TOEIC test has a
business theme. You should study vocabulary from
topics such as travel, banking, health, restaurants,
offices, etc. You will also want to learn everyday
idiomatic expressions.

另一個原因考生無法考好成績是因為字彙量不足.你可以自己準備
一本空白筆記本作為日後自己的字典.(建議使用英文電話簿格式因為
它是用字母分配)並將日後所學到的單字一一謄上.不建議被字典或盲目
的被單字.因為你只會記得你用過的字或是曾經看過的字.對於強硬背
並沒有使用的字彙你會很容易忘記.在每個字的開頭寫上妳的單字,
及如何在句子中使用的方法.一個禮拜後,試著用這一週所學到的單字
寫一篇短文或用在日常對話中.

當然 這時候最好以停止使用電子字典.因為電子字典讓事情太過容易 .
這樣反道使你不想去熟悉那個單字,所以自會量也不會增加.

記得.多益考很多商用用語.你應該多攝取一些商用字彙,如:旅遊,銀行,
健康,餐廳,辦公室..等.當然日常生活字彙也應多攝取.

6. Isolate(隔絕,區隔) your weak points 區隔你的弱點

After you have been studying the TOEIC for a
while, you will find out which parts give you the
most trouble. You might want to change how you divide
your time. There are certain grammar points that
many students have trouble with. If you are taking
a TOEIC class, ask your teacher to bring in extra
homework help on problems like these. If you are
studying by yourself, find a good reference book
in the library and look up your question. There
may also be help on the Internet. For example,
type "gerunds" into a search engine and you will
probably find a useful exercise.

在準備了一段時間後.你會發現你自己的弱點.這時候你可能必須要
改依下你的時間規劃.特定的文法重點是考試必考題也是很多學生
所困擾的.建議你若有參加準備班,可以要求老師準備多依點這方面的
資料或功課讓你可以回去練習.當然好的參考書也可以幫助你解決問題.
上網查資料也是一種方法.可以直接在搜尋引擎打"動名詞"你就會發現
有很多的練習可供你在家自行運用.

7. Eliminate distractors 運用消去法

In every TOEIC question, there are at least
two distractors (wrong answers that the test writer
uses to trick you). It is much easier to choose the
correct answer when you have only two to choose from.
(The third choice is often impossible and easy to spot.)

There are many types of distractors such as,
similar sounds, homonyms, repeated words, etc. As
you study, make yourself a list of distractors.
When you come across them you will be able to
eliminate them more easily.

每一題都有至少兩個干擾你的答案.從兩個選項中選擇正確的答案要來的
容易些.所以先把會干擾你的答案去除.

有很多我們都稱為錯誤或故意干擾你作答的答案.如:類似音,義,重複字..等
一樣,將這些答案做成小筆記,以方便日後自己複習使用.也較輕易解答.

8. Trust your instincts 相信你的直覺

Sometimes an answer will jump out at you as
either correct or incorrect. If you have been
studying hard, chances are that your brain is
telling you which choice to pick. Don't change
your answers after following your instinct. If
you do decide to change an answer, make sure that
you erase very carefully. A machine will be
marking your test. Be sure to use a pencil and
fill in your circle choice completely. Bring extra
pencils, erasers, and a pencil sharpener!

有時候在考試的時候會出現模擬兩可的狀況.不知道該選擇哪一個
選項.如果你之前有認真準備,這時候就選擇你的腦袋告訴你的選項.
當然在你的直覺告訴你答案後也儘量不要換答案.如果你覺得要換
答案,務必確實擦掉你先前的答案.因為有時候電腦會診斷出兩個答案,
這時候也是算是一個錯的答案了.另外,鉛筆,橡皮擦,削鉛筆機都要準備好.

9. Don't try to translate 不要試圖翻譯

Translating vocabulary and sentences wastes
a lot of time. It is very rare that students have
extra time during the TOEIC test. If you don't
know a word, look at the context of the sentence
and the words around it. You will not be allowed
to use a dictionary when you take the test.

試圖翻譯字彙或句子會花很多的時間.很少狀況是學生還有多餘的
時間在考試上.如果你真的不知道一個單字,試著從句子中找出他
大概的意義.

10. Guess as a last resort 不知道答案也要猜一個答案

On test day, if you don't know the answer,
and you have eliminated all of the distractors
you can, don't leave the space blank. There is a
good chance you will not have time to go back to
this question. You still have a 25% chance of
getting the answer right if you guess. If you
are sure that one or two of the answers are
incorrect, your guess is even more likely to be
correct!

考試當天,如果你已經刪除了可疑答案但還是沒有辦法找出正確
答案時,這時候只能用猜的.千萬不要留白.猜一個答案至少有25%
的機率會得分. 但沒有答題就不會有得分.所以.千萬不要留白.

11. Be aware of time management 注意時間管理

When you are doing practice tests, you should
always be aware of the time. Never allow yourself an
open ended study session. You will have to learn to
work efficiently.

On test day, you should be especially careful
in the Reading section. You will have 75 minutes to
complete Parts V, VI and VII. Many students spend
too long on section V or VI because they find these
the most difficult. Don't spend more than 30 minutes
on the first two parts. Part VII will take you at least
40 minutes, and it is worth a lot of points, especially
if you find it an easier section.

當你在練習時,你應該就開始注意保握時間.千萬不要讓自己在訓練時
處於一個無期限的狀況.畢竟考試是有時間限制的.

考試當天,你應該特別注意閱讀部份.只有75分鐘要解三個閱讀單元.
有些學生發現在填空及選錯這兩個文法部分是最困難的.但還是建議
同學不要花超過30分鐘解這兩部分的題.因為閱讀的第三個部分真的是
需要同學讀.所以會花至少40分鐘的時間.但是,其實這個部份應該可以
閱讀部份作好得分的部份.所以時間把握上可以在去做調適.

12. Listen quickly 聽力速度加強

When you are studying for the TOEIC test, do
not get in the habit of rewinding the tape. On test
day you won't have any control over the speed of
the listening section. You will not even have time
to think for very long between questions. Make sure
that you do not get behind during the real test.
If you do not know the answer, take your best guess.
Then continue to follow along. Don't look back at
questions when you are waiting for another question
to start.

當你在做聽力練習時,千萬不要有個習慣不停迴轉錄音帶.因為考試當天
你可是沒有辦法任意回轉.你甚至沒有太多時間去思考.所以,平常
這個部份要注意些並在當下做出最好的答案.另外,千萬不要再等待
下一提的時候在翻回之前的題目作答.這樣反而會混淆自己.

13. Practise reading aloud平常可大聲朗讀

Reading out loud will help your listening and
reading comprehension skills. In order to comprehend
English more quickly, it is important that you
understand the rhythm of the language. Read from
textbooks, pamphlets, newspapers, and even children's
novels. You might want to tape yourself and listen to
how you sound.

大聲朗讀可以訓練你的聽及閱讀能力.為了更快理解英文,去了解英文
的語調,抑揚頓挫是很重要的.任何題材皆可.你甚至可以把自己的聲音
錄下.聽聽看是否哪已可以加強

14. Use mass media大量閱讀練習

One of the best ways to prepare for the TOEIC
test is to study real English. Watch television,
listen to radio reports, and read newspapers and
magazines. Pay special attention to ads, letters,
weather and traffic reports, coupons, and special
announcements. Do this with a friend, and write out
questions for each other to answer. This is a great
way to practice your wh-questions. It is also a great
way to learn common idiomatic expressions.

最好的方法其實就是閱讀"真正的"英文,看電視 聽廣播 閱讀報章雜誌
另外平常如果有收到廣告,書信,氣象交通報導.聲明等等都應該留心
可以跟朋友一起練習.或是互相寫一些問題來互問. 這也是個很好的
訓練方式

15. Use free web sites擅用網路

There are many web sites that offer free model
tests and samples. Type TOEIC into your search engine
and start practising! Surfing the web is a great way
to practise your reading and listening. If you are
interested in a certain topic, such as snowboarding,
type that into a search engine. You might want to
reserve an hour a day for Internet studying. Just
make sure to study English and don't get caught
wasting hours playing games!

網路上有很多的免費試題可供練習.你只要打上toeic 就可以搜尋出
不少練習題.另外.上網其實也是個很好的方式來練習你的聽及讀的能力
你可以找你有興趣的題材並可每天花一個鐘頭的時間研究.

16. Teach a native English speaker your language
敎母語是美語的友人你的語言

If you can't afford a tutor, you might know
a native English speaker who would be interested in
learning your first language. Tell him you will teach
him for free for one hour a week! You will have to
use English to teach him, and you will learn many new
English words and expressions at each session.
Forcing yourself to teach someone a language will
help you to understand English grammatical rules
as well. Do anything you can to speak with native
English speakers.

如果你沒有辦法請家教.你可以去尋找一些母語為英語的外籍人士
你的語言.你必須要用英文敎授你自己的語言.由於必須要用英文溝通
你會發現你的英文能力會有很大的進步

17. Keep an English journal訓練自己寫英文文章

Keeping a journal doesn't have to be an account
of your daily activities. You can write anything
in a journal, such as how your studying is coming
along, what your new favourite word is and why,
or which teacher you admire. If you are studying
TOEIC with a friend, make a list of writing topics
for each other. You might decide to write a paragraph
three times a week. Get your friend to try to find
your mistakes. Finding your partner's writing errors
is great practice for Part V and VI.

平常可做寫英文日記的習慣.你可以寫任何東西.甚至你可以跟朋友
互相討論條列出一些題目並試著互相練習寫英文文章.你門甚至可以
互相交換互相檢查是否有文法上的錯誤.這也可以幫你在文法部分得分

18. Ask questions有問題一定要問

Never hesitate to ask lots of questions.
In a TOEIC class, all of the students will benefit
from your question. If you don't understand
something, such as conditionals, you may lose
ten points on a TOEIC exam. A teacher is not always
available, but students are everywhere! Sometimes
other students can help you with a grammar problem
even better than a teacher.

千萬不要不好意思問問題.甚至在上課中同學都會是你的助力
來解答你的疑問.老師不見得隨時有空.但同學之前可以互相切磋
互相成長

19. Manage your stress壓力情緒管理

If you are feeling stressed about taking the
TOEIC you may be studying too hard or expecting too
much of yourself. Like everything else in life,
balance is the key. Remind yourself that you will
try to do your best. Before the test, take deep
breaths and remember that you can always improve
your score in a few months time. In between the
listening and reading section, take a few deep
breaths again to get focused.

如果你覺得壓力太大,那可以表示你把自己操得太兇或是對自己期望太大
取得平衡很重要.必須要提醒自己盡力就好.考試前做深呼吸讓自己放鬆.
並可在聽力及閱讀中間再作一次深呼吸以幫助你專注.

20. Don't cram不要臨時抱佛腳

You should never cram (study extremely hard
in a short period of time) the night or even week
before the TOEIC test. There is so much to learn
when you study the TOEIC. The last week should be
for reviewing and practising rather than learning
new things. Make sure to get plenty of sleep the
night before the test. On the day of the test,
have a good meal and relax for a few hours before
going to the testing centre. Plan to reward
yourself when the test is over!

千萬不要想在考試前短時間內猛力K書.成效一定不好,且來得快去得也快
多益有太多東西可以研讀.最好利用最後一個禮拜做複習的動作而
不是學習新的事物.考試前有充足睡眠.考試當天記得吃的好,
最後考完試後獎賞自己伊頓豐盛的晚餐吧!

祝同學考試順利