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WHAT IS TOEFL TEST AND HOW TO
CRACK IT?
The TOEFL Test(Test of English as a Foreign Language), administered
by Educational Testing Service (ETS), is a standardized assessment
of applicants who are not native English speakers.
The TOEFL examines a candidate's ability to communicate and
understand English and how their hearing, speaking, reading, and
writing skills are combined to complete academic assignments.
Although the TOEFL is often required for students seeking to begin
undergraduate or postgraduate courses in the United States, it is
commonly accepted in Canada and Australia.
The TOEFL has had more than 30 million test takers globally over
the years. Students from around 180 nations take the test, and
there are over 4,500 testing centers in over 165 countries. In
addition, TOEFL scores are accepted by over 9,000 universities,
immigration authorities, and scholarship organizations in over 130
countries.

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The Listening section of the exam (60–90 minutes / 34–51 questions)
will include questions based on lectures, classroom discussions, and
overheard conversations. This section consists of a set of headphones.
In the Speaking segment (6 tasks/20 minutes), candidates will be
required to convey an opinion on a familiar topic.
In addition, they will be asked to provide feedback in response to
reading and listening activities. Finally, the Writing phase (50
minutes, two assignments) includes an essay based on reading and
listening exercises and an opportunity to substantiate an opinion.The
test taker must respond to at least one question from each part of
Reading and Listening to get an official score. In addition, she must
write an essay and complete one Speaking exercise.
TOEFL Examination Format
The TOEFL is only available via Internet-Based Testing (IBT) in
India. The test is divided into four areas - Reading, Listening,
Speaking, and Writing - and lasts around four and a half hours.
Each test segment is rated on a scale of 0 to 30, and the total
score ranges from 0 to 120.
The Reading portion (60-80 minutes/36-56 questions) requires
candidates to read and respond to three or four passages from
academic sources.
Registration and costs for the
TOEFL

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TOEFL
Online registration is available 24 / 7. Additionally, registration
can be completed via the phone or by mail. Seven days before the
exam date, online and telephone registration closes. If registering
via mail, forms must be received at least four weeks before the
test date. An original, valid passport is required for registration
and when the individual appears for the test in India.
TOEFL fees are now $170 (subject to change) and can be paid via
credit/debit card. Unless the candidate requests a hard-copy, the
candidate will be sent an electronic score report. Additionally,
the exam fee permits candidates to submit up to four official score
reports to the institutions or agencies.

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Additional reports will be charged at the rate of $19 per page. TOEFL
exam scores are valid for two years from the test date.
Demonstrating your English proficiency is a mandatory criterion when
applying to colleges overseas. American institutions typically use
TOEFL scores to determine an applicant's language proficiency.
The following tips can help
you in preparing for and
performing well on the TOEFL
Test:
TOEFL General Tips
• Enhance your typing abilities
• Never leave a blank space in a question. Make a guess: you have a
25% chance of getting the correct answer.

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• Develop your note-taking skills and develop your own
abbreviations for frequently used words and phrases.
• Academic English should be learned through textbooks,
encyclopedias, journals, and research articles to familiarize
yourself with the language and presentation used in academic
material.
Reading Section: 60–80 minutes;
36–56 questions
• When taking practice exams, avoid using a dictionary—you will not
have access to one on the actual test.
• Questions will be asked in the order in which they appear in the
text. First, skim the passage, then examine the questions, and
last, look for details.
• Emphasize the passage's essential concepts and data, such as
dates and figures. This will simplify referring to the document
when responding to inquiries. You are not required to be familiar
with the reading passages' content. The answers are contained
entirely within the passage.
Listening Section: 60–90 minutes;
34–51 questions
• When practicing, play the listening material only once, as you
will hear everything only once on exam day. You must first train
your ears to truly listen the first time.
• Listen to spoken English from various sources to become familiar
with different accents and pronunciations.
• Having said that, avoid focusing exclusively on the speaker's

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accent and delivery style. Instead, your primary focus should be on
the information's content and flow.
• Bear in mind that some information is also accessible on your
computer screen. For example, when the lecturer refers to specific
words/phrases or visuals, these may appear on-screen. Therefore,
ensure that you are also paying attention to your computer screen.

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• Improve your fluency. One method is to read aloud; another is to
obtain some listening material, put on earbuds, and repeat what the
speaker says.
• Avoid a strange accent. This does not result in increased marks!
Speaking Section: 20 minutes; six
tasks
• Spend as much time as possible. It is acceptable to pause for a
beat or two before responding. Then, if you have a few additional
seconds, in the end, you can summarize your arguments in a brief
conclusion.
• Avoid using large words that you cannot pronounce correctly, as
you may lose marks for poor pronunciation. Additionally, verify
that you understand how to use an expression properly before
attempting to apply it on exam day. Incorrect usage of terminology
and idioms will result in a loss of marks.
Writing Section: 50 minutes; two
tasks
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• When you practice for the essay, choose a format that feels
comfortable to you and stick to it.
• Keep your writing simple and straight forward, and adhere to the
word limit.
• Provide numerous examples to support your essay.
• Always go over what you've written—allow ample time for this.
Summary:
The Educational Testing Service (ETS) administers the TOEFL (Test
of English as a Foreign Language). It is a standardized examination
of applicants who are not native English speakers' English language
competence. TOEFL is a standardized test used to determine the
English language proficiency of applicants who are not native
English speakers. The test is taken by students from around 180
countries, and there are over 4,500 testing locations in over 165
countries. In addition, over 9,000 institutions, immigration

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offices, and scholarship organizations in over 130 countries
recognize TOEFL scores. TOEFL fees have been increased to $170
(subject to change) and can be paid with a credit or debit card.