Internet-based test

The Internet-based test (iBT) looks like this:

 Reading section: 60-80 minutes | 36-56 questions
 Listening section: 60-90 minutes | 34-51 questions
 Short break: 10 minutes
 Speaking section: 20 minutes | 6 tasks
 Writing section: 50 minutes | 2 essays

When doing the exercises in a TOEFL study guide like this, here are some tips for the various
sections:
 Reading. Underline the main ideas and take notes on the side of the book or on a piece of
paper. Check your answers afterwards and review your errors. If you need to, you can use your
dictionary during practice exercises.
 Listening. Write down notes while you’re listening to help you remember details. Don’t write
down full sentences; just write down the most important ideas.
 Writing. Think about the topic first and then write down your ideas. Create an outline, including
an introduction, your main points and a conclusion. Start writing once you have an outline.
When finished, read it again and correct your mistakes.
 Speaking. Answer the exact question that was asked; don’t talk about something else. Keep it
simple. Practice speaking in a relaxed tone.

Practice Reading Non-technical English

The TOEFL test’s reading section, you will read some passages and answer questions related to
them. The topics are all in non-technical English that everyone can understand. Here are some
ways to prepare:

Read for 30 minutes every day

Start reading for 30 minutes each day with clear focus and attention.

Ask yourself questions

Stop after every few paragraphs and ask yourself some questions. For example, What did you
read about?, What was the main idea?, What was the conflict?, Who are the main
characters?, etc. Read the story again to check back for answers. In the end of your reading,
summarize what you’ve read about. You can do your summary in writing or by speaking to
practice for the writing or speaking sections at the same time.

Improve your vocabulary

When doing this reading practice, be sure to underline new words. Look up their meanings in a
dictionary and write them down in a notebook or on flashcards. Use these new words in
sentences throughout the day, and during your speaking and writing practice.