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TOEFL stands for Test of English as a Foreign Language. This test is mandatory for any student who wants to study in the USA and whose native language is not English. TOEFL iBT fundamentally tests students skills in 4 modules of English namely listening, Speaking, Reading & Writing.
TOEFL iBT Components
Listening 30 Points
Speaking 30 Points
Reading 30 Points
Writing 30 Points
Maximum Score 120 Points
Time 4 Hours
Listening:
| Type of Audio Text | Length of Audio Text | Number of Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Conversation 1 | 2 - 3 minutes | 5 |
| Conversation 2 | 2 - 3 minutes | 5 |
| Lecture 1 | 3 - 5 minutes | 6 |
| Lecture 2 | 3 - 5 minutes | 6 |
| Lecture 3 | 3 - 5 minutes | 6 |
| Lecture 4 | 3 - 5 minutes | 6 |
| Extra Audio Texts* | 2 - 5 minutes | 5-6 each |
Speaking:
| Question | Reading Time | Listening Time | Preparation Time | Speaking Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Independent Task 1 | -------- | -------- | 15 seconds | 45 seconds |
| Independent Task 2 | -------- | -------- | 15 seconds | 45 seconds |
| Integrated Task 1 | 45 seconds | 1-2 minutes | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Integrated Task 2 | 45 seconds | 1-2 minutes | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Integrated Task 3 | ------- | 1-2 minutes | 20 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Integrated Task 4 | -------- | 1-2 minutes | 20 seconds | 60 seconds |
Reading:
| Reading Text | Time Allowed | Length of Passage | Number of Questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passage 1 | 20 minutes | 600 - 700 words | 12 - 14 |
| Passage 2 | 20 minutes | 600 - 700 words | 12 - 14 |
| Passage 3 | 20 minutes | 600 - 700 words | 12 - 14 |
| Passage 4 & 5* | 20 minutes each | 600 - 700 words each | 12 - 14 each |
Writing:
| Question | Reading Time | Listening Time | Writing Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Integrated task | 3 minutes | 2 - 3 minutes | 20 minutes |
| Independent task | --------- | --------- | 30 minutes |
