{"theme":"toeic-white-green","headingTag":"h3","goBackText":"Back","disableMultiClose":false,"title":"TOEIC Listening \u0026 Reading (L\u0026R)","searchPlaceholder":"Search","searchEnable":true,"errorMessage":"Your search didn’t yield any results. Please try using a different keyword.","tableborder":true,"dataLayer":{},"questions":[{"title":"What does the TOEIC Listening \u0026 Reading test measure?","accordionContent":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eTOEIC Listening \u0026amp; Reading test\u003c/b\u003e measures how well individuals understand spoken and written English in real workplace contexts. It evaluates receptive communication skills needed for everyday professional tasks such as following instructions, understanding conversations, reading emails, and interpreting business documents.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to the TOEIC L\u0026amp;R Score Descriptors and ETS Can-Do research, higher-scoring test takers can:\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand main ideas, key details, and implied meaning in workplace conversations and announcements\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eFollow longer talks and discussions involving multiple speakers\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eInterpret business emails, reports, schedules, and multi-passage texts\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eConnect information across different parts of a text or conversation\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eOrganizations use TOEIC L\u0026amp;R scores to assess communication readiness for roles that require strong listening and reading comprehension in workplace settings.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more: \u003ca href\u003d\"/content/ets-org/language-master/en/home/toeic/about/listening-reading.html\"\u003ehttps://www.ets.org/toeic/about/listening-reading.html\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n"},{"title":"What is the format of the TOEIC Listening \u0026 Reading test?","accordionContent":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eTOEIC Listening \u0026amp; Reading test\u003c/b\u003e is a \u003cb\u003emultiple-choice assessment with 200 questions\u003c/b\u003e taken in about 2.5 hours (including pre-test questions). It is divided into two timed sections:\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eListening (45 minutes, 100 questions):\u003c/b\u003e Includes \u003cb\u003ePhotographs, Question–Response, Conversations, and Talks\u003c/b\u003e based on workplace situations.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eReading (75 minutes, 100 questions):\u003c/b\u003e Includes \u003cb\u003eIncomplete Sentences, Text Completion, and Reading Comprehension\u003c/b\u003e using business-related written materials.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more: \u003ca href\u003d\"/content/ets-org/language-master/en/home/toeic/about.html\"\u003ehttps://www.ets.org/toeic/about.html\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n"},{"title":"How are TOEIC Listening \u0026 Reading scores interpreted?","accordionContent":"\u003cp\u003eTOEIC Listening \u0026amp; Reading scores are reported on a \u003cb\u003escaled score range of 5–495 per section,\u003c/b\u003e ensuring comparability across different test forms. The \u003cb\u003etotal score (10–990)\u003c/b\u003e reflects overall receptive English proficiency. ETS provides Score Descriptors that outline what test takers at different score bands can typically do in workplace contexts, helping organizations understand communication strengths and development needs.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eScores are interpreted using:\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eScaled score meaning:\u003c/b\u003e Scores reflect proficiency and are statistically equated to ensure fairness across test administrations.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eScore Proficiency Descriptions:\u003c/b\u003e Each score band explains typical abilities, such as understanding main ideas, processing workplace conversations, and interpreting business texts.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbilities Measured:\u003c/b\u003e Detailed feedback highlights strengths and areas for improvement in listening and reading skills.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eOrganizations set their own score expectations based on the communication demands of specific roles.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more: \u003ca href\u003d\"/content/ets-org/language-master/en/home/toeic/resources/scores/score-use.html\"\u003ehttps://www.ets.org/toeic/resources/scores/score-use.html\u003c/a\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\r\n"},{"title":"How do organizations use TOEIC Listening and Reading results?","accordionContent":"\u003cp\u003eOrganizations use TOEIC Listening \u0026amp; Reading scores to make \u003cb\u003ehiring, placement, and training decisions\u003c/b\u003e when English comprehension skills are important for workplace success. TOEIC L\u0026amp;R results help employers:\u003c/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eMake hiring decisions\u003c/b\u003e when roles require understanding spoken and written English.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetermine whether employees have the English-communication skills needed for job responsibilities or international assignments.\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlace individuals into appropriate positions or training programs\u003c/b\u003e based on their receptive English proficiency.\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eMonitor progress and evaluate the effectiveness of English-language training.\u003c/b\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\r\n\u003c/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eTOEIC L\u0026amp;R provides \u003cb\u003efair, reliable, and comparable\u003c/b\u003e scores that support consistent decision-making across different test forms.\u003c/p\u003e\r\n"}]}