TOEIC Reading Strategies That Save You Time
Most people do not fail the reading section because of vocabulary — they fail it because they run out of time.
Pace yourself by part
Part 5 in 10 minutes, Part 6 in 8, and the remaining 57 minutes for Part 7. Write those checkpoints on your scratch sheet before the test starts.
Read the questions before the passage
In Part 7, knowing what you are looking for turns a full read into a targeted scan.
Do not fight a hard question
If an item resists for more than 90 seconds, mark an answer, flag it, and move on. One question is never worth three others.
FAQ
How do I read faster?
Practise reading in chunks rather than word by word, and time yourself on single passages daily.
Should I answer Part 7 first?
Some learners do, to protect their energy for the longest section. Try both orders in mock tests and keep the one that scores better.