TOEFL Independent Speaking - Sample # 3

TOEFL Independent Speaking Tasks

Sample # 3

Que. 1 - What is your favourite season of the year? Describe the season and explain why you like it so much.

     Preparation Time: 15 seconds
     Response Time: 45 seconds

After 15 seconds, you should speak into the microphone. You should speak for 45 seconds.

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Transcript: My favourite season is Winter. In winters I am able to fashion jackets and hoodies and scarves, which I love to wear. Winter is also the season of my my favourite fruit, the strawberry. As I am from a tropical country, we mostly have warm weather all throughout the year. Therefore, winter is a very pleasing and welcoming change for me. I somehow also feel energetic in winters and I usually become quite productive as compared to the other seasons. I feel grumpy during summers as I can't tolerate heat, ergo winters keep me in a very good mood. This is why I love winters.

Que. 2 - Sometimes students have to write papers. Sometimes they have to give oral presentations. Which activity do you think is better for students and why? Include details and examples in your explanation.

     Preparation Time: 15 seconds
     Response Time: 45 seconds

After 15 seconds, you should speak into the microphone. You should speak for 45 seconds.

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Transcript: I think oral presentations are better for students. They are easier and take less time to prepare. Another reason why I prefer oral presentations is that they can prove interesting to other students who are listening, allowing them to take notes for improvement. It also allows the speaker to get rid of the fear of speaking in front of a group. Writing papers gives you time to think and then answer, so a student cannot develop spontaneity. Many jobs require giving presentations orally, so it is better if the students are trained for it in schools so that they have no problem being spontaneous and confident when giving presentations.