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TOEFL_Exam_Essentials

TOEFL®EXAM ESSENTIALS TOEFL®EXAM ESSENTIALSLearningExpressNew York® Copyright © 2004 LearningExpress, LLC.All rights reserved under International and Pan-American CopyrightConventions. Published in the United States by Learning Express, LLC,New York.Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data:TOEFL exam essentials / LearningExpress—1st ed.p. cm.ISBN 1-57685-504-X (pbk.)1. English language—Textbooks for foreign speakers. 2. Test ofEnglish as a foreign language—Study guides. 3. English language—Examinations—Study guides. I. Title.PE1128.M747 2004428'.00706—dc222003018793Printed in the United States of America987654321First EditionISBN 1-57685-504-XFor more information or to place an order, contact LearningExpress at:55 Broadway8th FloorNew York, NY 10006Or visit us at:www.learnatest.com ContentsIntroduction viiChapter 1How to Use This Book to Get a Top Score 1Chapter 2Listening 23Chapter 3Structure 49Chapter 4Reading 85Chapter 5Writing 113Appendix A Test Details 139Appendix B Resources 149 IntroductionThis essential guide to the Test of English as a Foreign Lan-guage (TOEFL) exam is perfect for studying on the goand tackling the exact kinds of questions tested on yourupcoming official exam. Information is presented in an easy-to-follow, straightforward manner so you can find what you need,learn the information, and move on—it’s that simple.Each chapter covers the essential facts and practice you needto get prepared for your exam, as well as tips on where to go to formore detailed practice and further information. Whether you needto review all parts of the TOEFL exam or just skip ahead to thesections where you need extra practice and review, TOEFL ExamEssentials has just what you need for focused, targeted practice.■Chapter 1: About the TOEFL exam—signing up for thetest, study schedules, how to prepare with this book■Chapter 2: Listening skills—lesson and practice■Chapter 3: Structure skills—lesson and practice■Chapter 4: Reading comprehension skills—lesson andpractice■Chapter 5: Writing skills—lesson and practiceGood luck!vii Chapter 1How to Use This Bookto Get a Top ScoreIf you are planning to take the TOEFL exam, you are not alone.Worldwide more than 700,000 people will likely take the Testof English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) this year. Nativespeakers of 145 different languages—representing more than 220countries and regions—take the TOEFL exam annually. And, over4,500 colleges, universities, programs, and agencies in the UnitedStates and Canada will use the TOEFL exam to evaluate applicantswho are not native speakers of English. This important test mea-sures your ability to read, write, and understand English so you cansucceed in a college classroom or professional program.To prepare for the TOEFL exam, unlike other standardizedtests, you can’t just memorize a list of vocabulary words or mathformulas and expect to do well on the exam. You need to under-stand conversations and other spoken English, know grammarrules, understand and process what you read, and be able to1 2 TOEFL EXAM ESSENTIALSexpress yourself effectively in writing. As you sharpen yourEnglish-language skills to prepare for the exam, this book willhighlight what you need to know to get your best score.If you have looked on the shelves of your local bookstore, youknow the volume of test-preparation tools and guidebooks canbe overwhelming. That’s why this guide is designed to focus onthe most important parts of studying for the TOEFL exam, with-out weighing you down. TOEFL Exam Essentials pulls togetherall the pieces of test preparation for you:■what to expect on the test■successful test-taking strategies■how to make your own study plan■a review of the content and skills you need to knowYou can take this book with you wherever you go. Take it outwhile you wait for the bus, during a work break, or while you exer-cise at the gym. It fits in your pocket or purse so you can fit yourstudy time into a busy schedule. By using this book, you are tak-ing your first steps to earning a top score on the TOEFL exam.Good luck as you prepare for the exam and pursue the educationyou need for a successful future.WHAT THE TOEFL EXAM IS ABOUTThe TOEFL exam has two formats: a computer-based test anda paper-and-pencil version. You can take the computer-basedtest (CBT) at test centers around the world throughout the year.In some areas, the CBT is not available and the paper-basedTOEFL exam is offered instead. The paper test is offered six timesa year at specific locations. Although the test designs for the . the TOEFL exam. Good luck as you prepare for the exam and pursue the educationyou need for a successful future.WHAT THE TOEFL EXAM IS ABOUTThe TOEFL exam. TOEFL EXAM ESSENTIALS TOEFL EXAM ESSENTIALSLearningExpressNew York® Copyright © 2004 LearningExpress,

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