TOEIC Double Passages - Intermediate - Practice 1

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Note: These examples are for practice purposes. They are not official TOEIC exam questions. They simply follow the same format at varying difficulties for students who want to work on reading comprehension.

Example 3:

Passage 1: Email

From: John White john.white@cityorchestra.org

To: Orchestra Subscribers

Subject: Special Concert with Renowned Violinist

Dear Subscribers,

We are excited to announce a special concert featuring the world-renowned violinist, Anna Kovac, with the City Orchestra. This exclusive performance will take place on Saturday, November 12, at 7:00 PM in the City Concert Hall.

Ms. Kovac will perform a selection of classical pieces, including works by Bach, Mozart, and Tchaikovsky. This concert promises to be a memorable evening of exquisite music.

Subscribers are invited to a pre-concert reception at 6:00 PM, where you can meet the musicians and enjoy complimentary refreshments. Please RSVP by Monday, November 7, to reserve your spot at the reception.

We look forward to sharing this exceptional musical experience with you.

Sincerely,
John White
Director of Subscriber Relations, City Orchestra

Passage 2: Concert Program

City Orchestra Presents: An Evening with Anna Kovac

Date: Saturday, November 12
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: City Concert Hall

Join us for an unforgettable evening as the City Orchestra welcomes renowned violinist Anna Kovac. The program includes a selection of masterpieces from some of the greatest composers in history.

Program Highlights:
- Bach: Violin Concerto in A minor
- Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 4
- Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto in D major

Pre-Concert Reception:
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Concert Hall Lobby
Details: Meet the musicians and enjoy complimentary refreshments

We are thrilled to offer our subscribers this exclusive opportunity to experience a night of beautiful music. Please RSVP for the reception by Monday, November 7.

Questions:

1. What is the significance of Anna Kovac in the context of the concert?
   • A) She is a newly joined member of the orchestra
   • B) She is the featured soloist for the evening
   • C) She is the conductor of the orchestra
   • D) She is a guest composer
   Show Answer B) She is the featured soloist for the evening
2. What additional benefit is offered to subscribers in the email?
   • A) Free concert tickets
   • B) Priority seating
   • C) Access to a pre-concert reception
   • D) A signed CD by Anna Kovac
   Show Answer C) Access to a pre-concert reception
3. According to the passages, which composer's work is included in the concert program?
   • A) Beethoven
   • B) Vivaldi
   • C) Haydn
   • D) Bach
   Show Answer D) Bach
4. What does the concert program indicate about the concert’s musical focus?
   • A) It will feature contemporary music
   • B) It will include a mix of genres
   • C) It will focus on classical violin concertos
   • D) It will highlight orchestral symphonies
   Show Answer C) It will focus on classical violin concertos
5. Why is it important for subscribers to RSVP for the reception?
   • A) To confirm their attendance for the concert
   • B) To secure their spot for the complimentary refreshments
   • C) To participate in a backstage tour
   • D) To receive a printed concert program
   Show Answer B) To secure their spot for the complimentary refreshments

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