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Speaking in TOEFL
Tips to help you improve your ability to speak in iBT
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TOEFL iBT tip of the month
TOEFL assesses your ability to communicate in an academic environment. There are similarities in reading, listening, speaking and writing questions. While your English has to be very good, the test won’t be impossible if you learn a few skills and do as much practice as possible.
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Speaking in TOEFL
What’s important?
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Brainstorm ideas on many TOEFL speaking topics.
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Think about the person listening to you. Get your teacher to check your spoken answers.
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Practice speaking within a time limit: how much can you say clearly?
Speaking in TOEFL
Now here’s what scares lots of people: many campuses want to see a high speaking score. That’s because universities today want people who contribute to class discussions and speak in front of an audience. Well, it’s better to practice in the safety of a classroom rather than have problems during the test or at university later.
Here’s a TOEFL speaking topic:
Some people think it’s better to live with a host family when studying abroad, while others prefer to get their own apartments. Which do you prefer, and why? Use reasons and details to support your response.
Brainstorm ideas and then speak for 45 seconds.