The TOEFL is a test of English proficiency accepted by over 5,000 universities in 130 countries. It consists of 4 sections - Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing - tested over 4-5 hours. Scores are out of 120 total points. The test costs $185 to take and results are valid for 2 years. Proper preparation includes sleep, nutrition, and avoiding overstudying the day before.

1. TOEFL OVERVIEW

2. SHORT REVIEW OF THE TEST
• TOEFL- Test of English as a Foreign
Language
• Accepted in over 130 countries & 5000
universities
• ETS (Educational Testing Service) prepares
the test. Website: www.ets.org
• Consists of 4 sections
• Lasts 4-5 hours

3. SHORT REVIEW OF THE TEST
• The test costs $185 to take
• Reading and Listening scores appear right
after you finish the entire test
• Speaking and Writing scores will be
available 5-7 days after the test
• The test is checked by AI and a human
being
• The test results eligible for 2 years

4. Sections of TOEFL:
1.Reading (30 points)
2.Listening (30 points)
3.Speaking (30 points)
4.Writing (30 points)
Totally: 120 points

5. Reading
 3-4 passages
 10 questions per passage
Listening
 Consists of lectures and conversations
 5-6 questions per task
*10 minute break*
Speaking
 4 tasks: 1 independent, 3 integrated
Writing
 2 tasks: 1 independent, 1 integrated

6. • Get enough sleep
• Eat well
• Bring snacks & water for your break
• A day before the test don’t overload yourself with
studying
• Bring your ID for the test
• Paper and pencils are provided by the test center
• Make sure you’re not sick for the test
• Bring some headache pills if you are sick
Before the Test:

7. BEFORE YOU PREPARE FOR
THE TEST:
• Keep in mind that you are probably
not going to do well on your first
sample test, and it is absolutely okay.
You will get better as you practice
more.
• Try to determine what sections of the
test are easiest for you, and which
one the hardest and work on them.
• Determine the score that you need to
get as well as when you will take the
test.