Toefl
Structure Strategy Tips
1.
Find out which version of the TOEFL you will take
Depending on where and when
you take the TOEFL test, you will encounter either the Internet-based Test
(TOEFL iBT) or the TOEFL Paper-based Test (TOEFL PBT). Be sure of which format
you will use. Your TOEFL score from either test will be accepted by the colleges
you choose, but the differences in the test formats will influence some of your
TOEFL preparation.
2.
Approach the TOEFL test with a plan
Spend enough time in TOEFL
preparation so that you know where your strengths and weaknesses lie. Having
this kind of understanding can help you decide where to focus your energies as
you prepare for the test. If you will be taking the Paper-based Test (PBT),
work through some practice tests and then concentrate your TOEFL preparation on
any weak areas. Take time to review your strong areas, but invest your time to
build up your weaknesses. If your exam will be the Internet-based test (iBT),
be sure to visit the TOEFL iBT Web site (www.ets.org/toefl) and examine the
information presented there. In addition, get your teacher’s opinion on where
you can best spend your preparation time. ETS provides sample questions for
both the PBT and iBT on its Web site.
3.
To maximize your TOEFL score, be ready for test
conditions and be well-rehearsed
Practice makes permanence!
If you set aside time in a quiet place to take some practice exams, you’ll be
ready for the rigors of sitting in a chair and focusing on the TOEFL test
material. The PBT is a 3-and-a-half hour test, and the iBT takes about
4-and-a-half hours. It’s a good idea to dress in layers and bring a sweater or
sweatshirt because the temperature in the testing room may be warmer or colder
than you anticipated. You want to be able to show everything you know on the
test.
4.
Become familiar with the directions and questions before
the TOEFL test
Each of the test sections
has a time limit, and you want to make the most of the time you are given. Use
a portion of your preparation to become familiar with the directions for each
section and how the questions are set up. Then you can use all you time in
answering the questions instead of reviewing the directions.
5.
Reading Comprehension
Skim the passage first to
get a sense of the main idea. You can always go back and look up specifics.
Answer the questions that ask about vocabulary words and details first. Then
work on questions that ask you about the main idea or require you to make
inferences. You will answer 50 questions in 55 minutes.
6.
Structure and Written Expression
Think about the simplest,
clearest way to express an idea. If an answer choice sounds awkward or overly
complicated, chances are good that it’s wrong. Brush up on your English grammar
for this part of the test. You will have 25 minutes to complete 40 questions.
7.
Listening Comprehension
Become as familiar with the English
language as you can, including learning vocabulary words and idioms. Practice
working with the language in everyday life; this will help you become more
comfortable with it and understand it better. These 50 questions will take 30
to 40 minutes to complete.
8.
Writing
Planning for a few minutes
before writing will help you to write a more focused and organized essay. It is
important to develop your ideas and express them clearly, using examples to
back them up. Although the essay doesn’t need to be grammatically perfect, try
to make as few errors as possible. Always save a few minutes at the end to
proofread. You will have 30 minutes to organize and write on your topic.
Multiple
Choice Example Questions :
1.
_______ you should read a lot of books.
(A) University student
(B) When study
(C) A student at a university
(D) Being a student
2.
_________ was backed up for miles on the freeway.
(A) Yesterday
(B) In the morning
(C) Traffic
(D) Cars
3.
Engineers________ for work on the new space program.
(A) necessary
(B)
are needed
(C) hopefully
(D) next month
4.
Fitzgerald_______ the society of the 1920's in his
novel, The Great Gatsby.
(A) reflect
(B)
reflects
(C) are reflecting
(D) have reflected
5.
_________, George, is attending the lecture.
(A)
My friend
(B) Happily
(C) Because of the time
(D) Right now
6.
__________ , Sarah rarely misses her basketball shots.
(A)
An excellent basketball player
(B) An excellent basketball player is
(C) Sarah is an excellent basketball player
(D) Her excellent basketball play
7.
With his friend________ found the movie theater
(A) has
(B)
he
(C) later
(D) when
8.
_____ the demands of aerospace, medicine, and
agriculture, aengineers, are creating exotic new metallic substances.
(A) Meet
(B) Being met are
(C)
To meet
(D) They are meeting
9.
_______ James A. Bland, “Carry Me Back to Old
Virginny” was adopted is the state song of Virginia in 1940.
(A) Was written b
(B) His writing was
(C) He wrote the
(D)
Written by
10.
Mary Garden, ______ the early 1900’s was considered
one of the best singing actresses of her time.
(A) a soprano was popular
(B) in a popular soprano
(C)
a popular soprano in
(D) was a popular soprano
11.
In the realm of psychological theory Margaret F.
Washburn was a dualist _____ that motor phenomena have an essential role in
psychology.
(A) who she believed
(B)
who believed
(C) believed
(D) who did she believe
12.
The child ______ playing in the yard is my son
(A) Now
(B) Is
(C) He
(D) Was
13.
During the Daytona 500, the lead car ___________,
leaving the others far behind.
(A) forwarded rapidly
(B) advanced rapidly
(C) advanced forward rapidly
(D) advanced in a rapidly
manner
14.
______ Jane has an excellent resume, she hasn’t found
a job yet.
(A)
However
(B)
Yet
(C)
Although
(D)
That
15.
Every student
______ wear uniform in flag ceremony.
(A) Will
(B) Should
(C) Must
(D) May
Error Analysis Example Questions :
1.
Even though he was exhausted, John wrote to
his parents a letter explaining the situation.
A B
C D
>> Answer : B (wrote
his parents a letter)
2. The Tyrrels had such warm welcome from their
family that they were overwhelmed A B
and could not speak for a few minutes.
C D
>> Answer : A (such a
warm welcome)
3. The article
suggests that when a person is under unusual stress you should
A B
be especially careful to eat a well- balanced
diet.
C D
>>Answer : B (he or she should be)
4. Economics, with their
widespread range of practical application, is of great interest
A B C
to government leaders throughout the world.
D
>>Answer : B (with its widespread)
5. Kathy was definitely a faster swimmer than
anyone on her on her team
A B C
and appeared headed for the state championship.
D
>>Answer : C (anyone else)
6. The stage
production that we saw in New
York was very much as the one
A B
C
we had previously seen in London
D
>>Answer : C (much like the one)
7. Did you hear
many news about the political situation while you were in
that country?
A B C D
>>Answer : A (much news)
8. Both John, Bob
and Tom are outstanding golfers and reasonably good tennis
players.
A
B
C D
>>Answer : A (John, Bob, and Tom)
9. His speech was
a careful worded attempt to evade his responsibility in
the matter.
A B C D
>>Answer : A (carefully worded)
10. The
children were surprised when the teacher had them to close
their books
A B C
unexpectedly.
D
>>Answer : C (had them close)
11. Opposite with the Gambir
Station, you will find the old "Monas Square"
A B
C
and the statue of R.A
Kartini
D
>>Answer : A (opposite
to the Gambir Station)
12.
The Sony camrecorder demo was fun and
impressive, but it is not as better as
A B C
Microsoft's.
D
>>Answer : C (as good
as)
13.
Recently, the work had been being
done by John M. Rayyan.
A B C D
>>Answer : C (has been
being done)
14.
The Physical therapists help patients relearn
how to use their bodies after disease or
A B C
injure.
D
>>Answer : D (injury)
15.
I try to figure in the answer of what
the function of the organitation is.
A
B C D
>>Answer : B (figure
out)
