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Listening on TOEFL iBT

8:16 PM  CLC  1 comment

In this section, you will be asked to listen to lectures and conversation. these listening tasks will have a definite structure, which is similar to the reading passages we just studied. there will be an introduction, supporting details or examples, and a conclusion.

Let's take a closer look at the structure of these lectures and conversation.

In a lectures, you can expect to hear the following :

  • Opening : The teacher or professor will greet the class and announce the topic of the lecture.
  • Purpose of the lecture : After stating the topic, the speaker will usually mention the focus of this particular lecture.
  • Details and/or Examples : The lecture will usually include several supporting details and/or examples.
  • Conclusion : conclusion in the lectures will not always be obvious. Some lectures or talks will end rather abruptly.
Additionally, an academic lecture or talk on the TOEFL is also likely to contain :
  • Question and/or comments: During the lecture, a student will often ask a question or make a comment. The answers to these question typically reinforce the speaker's purpose. 
In a conversation, you can expect to hear the following:
  • Greeting: The two people talking will first exchange greetings.
  • Statement 0f problem/issue: Conversation on the TOEFL typically revolve around a problem or an issue faced by one of the speakers.
  • Response: After the problem or issue is raised, one of the speakers will response, usually by making a suggestion to the other.
  • Resolution: The conversation will end with some sort of closing or resolution to the problem.
Your challenge in the Listening section is similar to your challenge in the Reading section of the TOEFL. When listening to a conversation or lecture, you need to do the following:
  1. Identify what the topic is.
  2. Figure out why the topic is being addressed.
  3. Note the supporting examples.
You have practiced identifying these parts in the previous chapter. Now the challenge is to apply what you have learned to the Listening section. There are some things, however, that make the listening tasks especially difficult.
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Reading Practice

8:57 PM  CLC  4 comments


The Reading Comprehension section contains reading passages and questions about the passages. The questions are about information that is stated or implied in the passage and about some of the specific words in the passages. Because many English words have more than one meaning, it is important to remember that these questions concern the meaning of a word or phrase within the context of the passage.

Answer all questions about the information in a passage on the basis of what is stated orimplied in that passage.


Read the following passage:

The railroad was not the first institution to impose regularity on

society, or to draw attention to the importance of precise

timekeeping. For as long as merchants have set out their wares at
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daybreak and communal festivities have been celebrated, people
(5)
have been in rough agreement with their neighbors as to the time of

day. The value of this tradition is today more apparent than ever.

Were it not for public acceptance of a single yardstick of time,

social life would be unbearably chaotic: the massive daily transfers

of goods, services, and information would proceed in fits and
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starts; the very fabric of modern society would begin to unravel.

Example I
What is the main idea of the passage?
  1. In modern society we must make more time for our neighbors.
  2. The traditions of society are timeless.
  3. An accepted way of measuring time is essential for the smooth functioning of society.
  4. Society judges people by the times at which they conduct certain activities.
The main idea of the passage is that societies need to agree about how time is measured in order to function smoothly. Therefore, you should choose answer C.

Example II
In line 6, the phrase "this tradition" refers to
  1. the practice of starting the business day at dawn
  2. friendly relations between neighbors
  3. the railroad's reliance on time schedules
  4. people's agreement on the measurement of time
The phrase "this tradition" refers to the preceding clause, "people have been in rough agreement with their neighbors as to the time of day." Therefore, you should choose answer D.

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Speaking Tips (TOEFL iBT)

8:33 PM  CLC  3 comments


The best way to practice is speaking with native speakers of English as much as possible. For those not living in English-speaking countries, finding native speakers of English to speak with can be quite challenging. In some countries, there are English-speaking tutors or assistants who can help students with their conversation and overall communication skills. Another way you can practice speaking is to join a club that involves speaking in English about movies, music, travel and so on. If no such club exists in your area, try starting your own club and invite native speakers you know to join, too.
Here are a few suggestions for ways to build your speaking skills:
• Practice stating an opinion or preference within a 1-minute time limit.
• Read a short article (100–200 words), and make an outline that only includes the major points of the article. Use the outline to summarize the information orally.
• Find listening and reading material on the same topic. The material can provide similar or different views. (The Internet and the library are good places to find information.) Take notes or create outlines on the listening and reading material and do the following:

o Orally summarize the information in both, and then orally synthesize by combining the information from the reading and listening materials and explain how they relate.
o State an opinion about the ideas and information presented in the reading and listening material.
• Record yourself as you practice, and ask yourself questions such as:


o Did I complete the task?
o Did I speak clearly?
o Did I make grammatical errors?
o Did I use words correctly?
o Did I organize my ideas clearly and appropriately?
o Did I use the time effectively?
o Did I speak too fast? Or too slowly?
o Did I pause too often?


• Monitor your own progress by keeping an audio journal of your speaking practice. You can also ask for feedback from friends, tutors or teachers. Teachers can use the TOEFL iBT Speaking Scoring Guide to evaluate your practice.
Here are the most common topics in the iBT TOEFL Speaking Section
1. Picnic experience during school days.
2. Your dressing style
3. What do you do in your free time? (Your most favourite hobby)
4. How do you learn English?
5. Which sport do you like best?
6. Which dish do you like best?
7. Your most favourite/important subject
8. You future plan
9. Your best scholastic achievement
10. What kind of music do you like best?
11. What do you expect in your parents?
12. If you had a wish, what would you wish?
13. If you can change one thing in your university, what would you change?
14. Your best friend
15. The person you like best
16. Your unforgettable day
17. What is unforgettable in your school life?
18. Your idea of a happy life
19. A type of book you enjoy reading
20. The fruit you like to eat most
21. Your favourite TV show
22. The movie you like best
23. The place you would like to visit
24. The strangest dream you have had
25. What would you do if you suddenly had a lot of money?
26. Your first attempt to gain
27. Your ideal holiday resort
28. Your ambition
29. Your most influential person/teacher, and explain why you feel this person is a positive role model.
30. Where will you be professionally in ten/15/20 years time?
31. What quality do you like best in a friend?
32. What do you treasure most in life?
33. What are the qualities of a good citizen?
34. Your favourite time of the year?
35. Your favourite colour?
36. What are the qualities of a good teacher?
37. What are the qualities of a good student?
38. What are the qualities of a good parent?
40. If you could change one thing in your country, what would you change?
41. The most inspiring person to you
42. Describe a job that you’ve had, and explain why it was important.
43. Describe a person you admire and explain why you admire him or her.
44. If you could have any job in the world, which job would you choose?
45. Describe a book that you have read and explain why it was important to you.
46. What all u miss when you are away from your home
47. My favorite book.
48. Your most memorable experience.
49. Best mode of transport in your country.
50. Music is essential or not in education. Agree or not?
51. How will you treat a foreigner when he is at your place, like what food would you provide him.
52. What would u prefer, an internet or a book ?
53. Describe a house that you live in
54. If you had an entire month to do whatever you would like to do, what would it be? Include details and example to support your selection
55. What are the characteristics of a good neighbor?
56. Which person has helped you the most to get where you are today, and how has he or she helped you?
57. What does your dream house look like?
58. What person who is alive today would you most like to meet?
59. Why are you preparing for the TOEFL test?

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5 TOEFL TIPS

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1. Familiarize yourself with the TOEFL format
Most countries now offer the Internet based TOEFL (iBT). A few offer only the paper-based test (PBT). Make sure you find out which test you will be taking before you start studying for the TOEFL. You cannot choose to take the paper based test if your country offers the iBT. One reason people experience exam stress is because they don't know what to expect before a test. Prevent stress on exam day by studying the format of the test in detail. ETS has very clear standards about the format of their test. This is why it is called a "standardized" test.

2. Research TOEFL score requirements


The TOEFL is required for any non-native English student who wants to go to a post-secondary school in the United States. Most people take the TOEFL in order to apply to a specific school or program. Before you begin studying, find out what the requirements are for the schools you are interested in going to. Remember that the scores for the paper based test are different than the scores for the iBT. Some schools will look at your scores from different sections. Each iBT section is scored out of 30. Many universities expect you to achieve higher writing skills than speaking skills. TOEFL scores are only valid for two years.

3. Learn academic English

TOEFL is used for a different purpose than other ESL tests. The TOEFL measures your ability to succeed in an American university or college. Other English-speaking countries also require TOEFL scores as a prerequisite for admission. You don't have to know about the business world as you do in the TOEIC test. Instead, you should concentrate on studying language that you would hear and see on campus and in the classroom. In other words, you should read textbooks, encyclopaedias, journals and research articles rather than advertisements and resumes. You won't need to know any background information about certain subjects, but it will help you to become familiar with the presentation and language used in academic material. You should also watch modern television and movies. If you have a friend who goes to an English university, go to class with him as often as you can. Borrow his books and hang out with his friends.

 4. Use practice tests

The best way to prepare for the TOEFL is to practise doing the tests. If you are taking a TOEFL class, your teacher will provide you with plenty of material. If you are studying for the TOEFL on your own, you will have to purchase a few key resources. Find a textbook that has exercises, vocabulary, practice tests, CDs, and explanatory answers. You might not want to work through a book from front to back. Work on the sections that you find most challenging. Don't just rely on one book. You might have a book that is much easier than the official TOEFL. Look for free samples on the Internet to supplement your textbook. Make sure the question types are up to date.

5. Find a mentor

A reliable native English teacher who knows a lot about the TOEFL is one of the best resources a student can have. You will have many questions that your textbook can't answer for you. Frustrated students often give up. It is important that you have someone who will answer your questions and encourage you when you feel down. If you cannot afford a teacher or a tutor, find a student who has studied for the test before. Sometimes other students can give you excellent hints and help you with grammar questions.

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