How Long Is the TOEFL Test?

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It can be almost as tricky to figure out how to make sure you get to all the TOEFL questions as it is to figure out how to answer them. As such, many test takers worry about the TOEFL test time. But how long is the TOEFL test? Answer: about four hours for the TOEFL iBT, and three for the paper-delivered TOEFL. As you can see, the TOEFL certainly isn’t short—but it doesn’t have to be endless, either.

In this guide, we go over the length of the TOEFL iBT, the revised Paper-delivered Test, and all of their sections. We also give you four tips on how to deal with the TOEFL test time so that you can beat exhaustion on test day.

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How to Use TPO TOEFL Tests in Your Prep: 6 Tips

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The best way to prepare for the TOEFL is to take a practice test. Luckily, ETS (the maker of the TOEFL) offers a handful of TPO TOEFL tests—full-length practice tests that are exactly like the real exam. But are these tests actually worth buying?

In this comprehensive TPO review, we explain what TPO TOEFL tests are, look at their advantages and disadvantages, and give you advice on whether to buy one. We also give you six top tips on how to use TPO tests effectively in your TOEFL prep.

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3 Reasons to Request a TOEFL Rescore (and 4 Not To)

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Not happy with your TOEFL score? Then you might want to get a TOEFL rescore. TOEFL rescoring is when ETS (the maker of the TOEFL) gets new raters to reevaluate your Speaking and Writing scores. But is this service actually worth using?

Read on to learn more about what a TOEFL rescore entails and how to request one. We’ll also take a look at the risks involved with TOEFL rescoring and give you tips on whether you should consider getting one.

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9 Tips to Improve Your TOEFL Test Experience

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TOEFL test day can be as exciting as it is terrifying. But as long as you’re confident and prepared, you’ll have a great TOEFL test experience.

In this guide, we go over what to expect on TOEFL test day—specifically, what kinds of procedures you’ll need to follow before, during, and after the test. After, we look at examples of real test-day experiences and give you nine tips for ensuring you have a smooth TOEFL experience.

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Expert Review: Cambridge Preparation for the TOEFL Test

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If you want a great TOEFL prep book to guide your studies, consider buying Cambridge Preparation for the TOEFL Test. This comprehensive book offers a ton of English-skills practice, test-taking tips, and even full-length practice tests. But is this the right TOEFL prep book for you?

In this review, we cover everything you need to know about the Cambridge TOEFL book, starting with a brief look at what’s in it. After, we give a detailed analysis of the book’s pros and cons as well as tips on how to use this resource to your advantage.

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The 39 Best TOEFL Tips and Strategies

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It can be difficult to figure out how to approach the TOEFL, as there are so many TOEFL tips and strategies out there to choose from. This is why we’ve compiled the 39 most critical TOEFL tips you need to know.

From general test-day advice to preparation tips for each of the four sections, our expert TOEFL strategies will not only help you feel ready for the exam but will also give you the confidence you need to get a high score on test day.

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Ultimate Guide to TOEFL Integrated Writing: Tips and Practice

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Writing English essays can be difficult for non-native speakers—especially on TOEFL Integrated Writing. For this task, you must compose a short essay comparing a lecture with a reading passage. And to get a high Integrated Writing score, you’ll need to know which resources to use as well as how to prepare effectively for the task.

In this guide, we’ll explain what TOEFL Integrated Writing entails and go over the best resources you can use for quality TOEFL Integrated Writing topics and practice. In addition, we give you six key tips to help you get the Integrated Writing score you deserve.

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Integrated Speaking TOEFL Study Guide: Practice and Tips

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The TOEFL Speaking section can be a challenge for many test takers, especially when it comes to the Integrated Speaking TOEFL questions. These complex tasks test not only your English-speaking skills but also your reading and listening skills. So how can you ensure you’ll get a high score on them on test day?

In this guide, we give you an overview of the TOEFL Integrated Speaking tasks and explain what to expect on each task. We also provide you with 11 study resources and six expert tips so that you can walk away with a high TOEFL Speaking score.

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TOEFL Speaking Scoring System: What It Means for You

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When it comes to the TOEFL, you’ll need to hone all of your English-language skills, including your speaking ability, in order to get a great score on test day. But how does TOEFL Speaking grading work? And what’s a good TOEFL Speaking score anyway?

This guide goes over the TOEFL Speaking scoring system, analyzes the definition of a good TOEFL Speaking score, and offers tips on how to set and reach your TOEFL Speaking score goal.

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What’s a Good TOEFL Reading Score?

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If you’re taking the TOEFL soon, you might be curious about what kind of TOEFL Reading score you’ll need to get in order to do well on test day. What is a good TOEFL Reading score overall? And what’s a good Reading score for you specifically?

In this guide, we’ll explain what a good TOEFL Reading score is using percentiles and then teach you how to set your own TOEFL iBT Reading score goal. Then, you can use our TOEFL Reading score calculator so that you can estimate the number of raw points you’ll need in order to hit your goal score.

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