TOEFL WRITING

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 FORMATE

        Time -30 MIN for independent task

                  20 MIN for integrated task
                ____________
Total time: 50 MIN

INTEGRATED TASK

  • READ A SHORT PASSAGE AND LISTEN TO A SHORT LECTURE THEN WRITE A RESPONSE TO WHAT YOU READ AND LISTENED TO

INDEPENDENT TASK

  • WRITE AN ESSAY BASED ON PERSONASL EXPERIENCE OR OPINION IN  RESPONSE TO A WRITING TOPIC

INTEGRATED EASSY


Question style


1. Argument Style

The reading make an argument about an specific topic. It include three supporting reasons . The lecture challenges this argument

2.Explanation Style

The reading provides three seperate ideas about the cause of something or the use of something or the reason for something. The lecture challenges each of the three ideas

3. Problem and solution Style

The reading suggests three problems related to some topic. The lecturer shows how each problem can be solved

In the integrated essay writing there are always casting doubt .The lecture will not support the reading


Structure



                                                                          

Writing Template


Part One : Writing introduction
  • The reading and the lecture are both about_______which _______
  • The author of the reading belives__________
  • The lecture challenges the statement made by the author
  • He/She is of the opinion that_________________
Tips for introduction
  • shorten if necessary
  • delete the 'which is _____' part if necessary (first point)
  • Don't copy from the reading
Part Two: Writing three body Paragraphs
  • Write one body paragraph for each point/counterpoint combination and use the same order
  • The lecture is most important
Template for 1st body
  • First of all, the author suggest that______
  • It is mentioned that______
  • This argument is challenged by the lecturer
  • He/She says________
  • Furthermore he argues that________
Template for 2nd body
  • Secondly the writer contends that ______
  • The article notes______
  • The lecturer however rebuts this by asserting that_____
  • He elaborates on this by mentioning that______
Template for 3rd body
  • Finally it is stated in the article that_____
  • The author establishes that_____
  • The lecturer on the other hand posits that____
  • He puts forth the idea that_____
NOTE
  • Aim for about 280 to 300 words in total
  • You could write more about the lecture
  • don't write a conclusion
  • Be aware bad textbook

INDEPENDENT ESSAY

1. QUESTION STYLE ONE
 
 "Children should be required to follow strict rules by their parents"
   Do you agree or disagree with the above statement

2. QUESTION STYLE TWO:MULTIPLE CHOICE

Everyone faces challenges they have difficulty overcome. These challenge are ofetn related to our school life, our family life or our academic life. What do you think is the best way to deal with a problem that is difficult to solve?
  • asking someone with more experience for help
  • finding more information about the problem using the internet
  • discussing the issue with a close friend
  • taking a long time to think about the problem
Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer . Do not use memorized example



3 QUESTION STYLE THREE: PREFERENCE

There are many different styles of classes at school nowadays . Some students prefer classes where they interacts with their teacher and with other student in debates and group assignment .Others prefer classes where they just listen to their teacher speak

"Which do you prefer ? Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer . make sure to use your own words. Do not use memorized example



4. POSSIBLE NEW QUESTION STYLE: SITUATION

Consider a situation where you are asked by your supervisor to participate in  a group project at work. They want you to work with someone who has opinions that a very different than yours. Moreover they feel very strongly about these opinions 

"Do you thinkl this is a good idea ?  Use reasons and example to support your answer"

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