TOEFL Grammar: 11 Rules You Need to Know for the Exam

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There are a lot of topics you should be focusing on during your TOEFL studying, but is grammar one of them? Yes! Even though the TOEFL has no questions specifically on grammar, you’ll be tested on your own grammar skills during the Speaking and Writing responses, so you need to make sure you have a good grasp of English grammar before test day.

There are some grammar rules that many English learners find tricky to remember and use correctly, but that’s what this guide is for! We go over the top 11 grammar rules to know for the TOEFL, complete with examples and short quizzes for each rule so you can test your knowledge. We end with the best methods and resources to use for your TOEFL grammar practice.

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8 Steps for How to Pass the TOEFL With a Stellar Score

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Knowing how to pass TOEFL test day is critical for international students who want to an attend English-speaking school. But what does “passing the TOEFL” really mean? Is there a certain TOEFL passing score everyone must get?

In truth, a TOEFL passing score is any score that’s high enough to get you into the schools you wish to attend. Therefore, the score you need to pass the TOEFL will vary depending on where you’re applying.

In this guide, we explain why you can’t technically pass (or fail) the TOEFL. We also give you tips on how to find your TOEFL passing score, how to increase your odds of passing the TOEFL, and what to do if you’re struggling to reach your passing score.

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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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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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17 TOEFL Note-Taking Tips for Listening, Speaking and Writing

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In order to do well on the TOEFL, you don’t simply need to be good at English — you also need to know how to take clear and effective notes. This is why we’re giving you 17 expert TOEFL note-taking tips. With these tips, you’ll be able to answer TOEFL questions faster and more accurately than ever before.

In this article, we’ll explain what sections you’re allowed to take notes on and then take a close look at the various ways TOEFL notes can help you get the Listening, Speaking, and Writing scores you deserve.

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How to Prepare for the TOEFL: 8 Expert Tips

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If you’re hoping to attend university in an English-speaking country, the TOEFL will likely play an important role in your success. Therefore, it’s imperative you understand how to prepare for TOEFL test day. What kinds of English do you need to know for the exam? How can you improve your test-taking abilities so you can pass the TOEFL without issue?

Our guide’s eight foolproof tips will teach you how to study for TOEFL and give you the confidence you need to succeed on test day. But first off, what approach to TOEFL preparation is right for you?

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How to Ace the TOEFL Listening Test: 7 Expert Tips

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At first glance, TOEFL Listening may seem like an easy section: all you have to do is pay attention to some short conversations and answer a few questions on them. Should be easy for anyone who has watched a movie or listened to music in English, right? As a matter of fact, the TOEFL Listening section is often challenging because it requires test takers to remember facts and information from several-minute long recordings and then answer questions on specific information mentioned in the recording.

To really ace the TOEFL Listening test, you need to know exactly what types of questions you’ll be seeing, how you should be studying, and how to take great notes on test day. We cover all those topics and more helpful TOEFL Listening tips in this guide.

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