Speaking Section Examples – TOEFL iBT®️

Speaking Task 1

Asks about your general opinion on a wide range of possible issues. You usually have just two options. You will now be asked to speak about a familiar topic. Give yourself 15 seconds to prepare your response. Then record yourself speaking for 45 seconds.

What do you miss most about your home when you are away? Use specific details in your explanation.

Many universities now offer academic courses over the lnternet. However, some people still prefer learning in traditional classrooms. Which do you think is better? Explain why.

Speaking Task 2

Report on the opinion of one of the speakers in the conversation and
explain why he or she feels that way. ( Campus Announcement
and Conversation)

You will now read a short passage and listen to a conversation on the same topic. You will then be asked a question about them. After you hear the question, give yourself 30 seconds to prepare your response. Then record yourself speaking for 60 seconds.

Evening Computer Classes May Be Added
The computer department is considering offering evening classes in the fall. The proposal to add the classes is a response to student complaints that daytime computer classes have become increasingly overcrowded and there are no longer enough computers available. The department has decided that despite some added expense, the most cost-effective way of addressing this problem is by adding computer classes in the evening. lt is hoped that this change will decrease the number of students enrolled in day classes and thus guarantee individual access to computers for all students in computer classes.

The man expresses his opinion about the proposal described in the article. Briefly summarize the proposal. Then state his opinion about the proposal and explain the reasons he gives for holding that opinion.

Speaking 3

Verbal and Nonverbal Communication

When we speak with other people face-to-face, the nonverbal signals we give-our facial expressions, hand gestures, body movements, and tone of voice-often communicate as much as, or more than, the words we utter. When our nonverbal signals, which we often produce unconsciously, agree with our verbal message, the verbal message is enhanced and supported, made more convincing. But when they conflict with the verbal message, we may be communicating an entirely different and more accurate message than what we intend.

Explain how the examples from the professor’s lecture illustrate the relationship between verbal and nonverbal communication.

Speaking 4