TOEFL Practice Test: Video 3 Answers (23 Questions)

Question 1

If you disagree with a classmate's post, what is the most academic way to express it?

Accepted Answer

I see Maria's point, but I would argue that

Answer

Politely acknowledging then countering a view shows respectful, academic disagreement.

Question 2

In the TOEFL Writing for an Academic Discussion task, how many minutes are you given to read the prompt and write your response?

Accepted Answer

10 minutes

Answer

The Writing for an Academic Discussion task allots 10 minutes total to read and write.

Question 3

A response that is well-organized but stays completely off the professor's question would most likely receive:

Accepted Answer

A low score because relevance is essential

Answer

Even fluent writing scores low if it does not address the actual discussion question.

Question 4

What is the BEST way to begin an effective response in this task?

Accepted Answer

Clearly state your own position on the professor's question

Answer

A strong response opens by clearly stating your own position so the reader immediately knows your stance.

Question 5

What is the best response to a grammar mistake you notice with one minute left?

Accepted Answer

Quickly correct it to improve accuracy

Answer

A fast correction improves accuracy without sacrificing your developed content.