Practice Questions
for the TOEFL® Speaking
Sample questions and real student answers designed to help you improve.
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TOEFL Speaking question type in order to help you improve.
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QUESTION TYPE #1
Example #1
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? “Technology has made life more complicated rather than easier.” Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.
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Example #2
Some people believe it is better to learn a foreign language at a young age, while others think it is better to wait until adulthood. Which do you think is better? Explain why.
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Example #3
Some people enjoy spending their free time doing physical activities, such as sports or exercise. Others prefer more relaxing activities, like reading or watching movies. Which do you prefer? Explain why.
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QUESTION TYPE #2
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The woman expresses her opinion about the new policy. Summarize her opinion about the policy and explain the reasons she gives for holding that opinion.
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Example #2
The woman expresses her opinion about the proposed change. Briefly summarize the proposal. Then state her opinion about the proposal and explain the reasons she gives for holding that opinion.
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Example #3
The woman expresses her opinion about the university’s decision. Briefly summarize the decision. Then state her opinion about it and explain the reasons she gives for holding that opinion.
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QUESTION TYPE #3
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Using the professor’s example, explain how confirmation bias affects decision making.
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Example #2
Using the examples in the lecture explain how the anchoring effect influences decision making.
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Example #3
Using the examples of the campus fundraiser and the classroom discussion, explain how groupthink can lead to poor decision making.
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QUESTION TYPE #4
Example #1
Using points and examples from the lecture, explain two ways that camouflage helps animals survive.
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Example #2
Using points and examples from the lecture, explain two ways that plants use the wind to spread their seeds.
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Example #3
Using points and examples from the lecture, explain two benefits of group living for animals.
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