TOEFL Activator Advanced Writing

150 Pages·2016·52.65 MB·English

About TOEFL* iBT TEST
The new TOEFL@i BT(1nternet-based test) consists of four sections: reading, listening,
speaking and writing.
The new test format includes a speaking section and the writing section has been expanded.
The test is about four hours long.
Note-taking is allowed for all sections.
The score will be reported online.
Tests will be given in testing centers around the world.
The Format of TOEFL@iB T
Questions 3-5 passages 4-6 lectures 2 independent 1 integrated
(Numbers) 12-14 questions 6 questions questions question
700 words 500-800 words (readllistenlwrite)
(per passage) (4-6 min. per
lecture)
2-3 conversations 4 integrated 1 independent
5 questions questions question
400-500 words (readllistenlspeak,
(2-3 min. listenlspeak)
per conversation)
Time
60-1 00 60-90
(Minutes)
Score
(Points)
.
Tips allows note-taking allows note-taking allows note-taking allows note-taking
provides pictures pronunciation speak into a micro- only typing is
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in some passages (Multi-English) phone connected allowed
passages lectures to a headset passages 1l ectures
(academic topics) (academic topics) preference1c hoice (academic topics)
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conversations (general topics) preference
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(campus life topics) passages1l ectures 1 agreeldisagree
conversations detail
(academic topics, assumption
campus life topics) (general topics)
* Break Time: 10-minute break after listening section
Tips for TOEFL" iBT Writing Section
Question Types
There are two tasks in the Writing section. (50 min.)
1 lntegrated Task (read, listen &write)
Summarize the points made in the lecture you just heard, explaining how they cast
doubt on the points made in the reading.
2 lndependent Task
Some people prefer to live in places that have one season all year long. Others like to live
in areas with four seasons a year. Which do you prefer? Give specific reasons and details
for your answer.
Tips
Increase your knowledge of vocabulary and basic sentence structures as much as possible.
Use signal words along with transitional words properly.
Learn the conventional usage of spelling, punctuation and layout.
Develop other skills such as reading and listening as well for the newly expanded
writing section.
Practice note-taking. You can start from writing simple memos or daily schedules.
Practice typing in English to feel comfortable when you actually type your responses on
the computer.
Tips for lntegrated Writing Task
1 Make the best use of any reading and listening material such as English newspapers,
magazines, TV dramas or movies.
2 Practice paraphrasing frequently. This is essential to convey the same ideas in your own
words.
3 Improve your logical thinking skill because the integrated task requires to synthesize
different information from more than one source.
Tips for lndependent Writing Task
1 Practice writing on familiar and simple topics first.
2 Do not skip brainstorming and outlining before you write on a topic.
3 Make sure that your essay has a logical flow with a topic, supporting ideas and
details.
Test Organization and Time Schedule
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Integrated Task Summarize the major Read a passage for 3 min. Reading passage
(readllistenlwrite) points from a lecture (about 230-300 words)
Listen to a lecture for 2
related to the reading
min. Lecture
passage
(about 250-300 words)
Plan and write for 20 min.
Independent Task Write an essay to present Plan and write for 30 min. A question presented
an opinion based on on the monitor
personal knowledge and
experience
Sample Writing Test
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Special Features & Organization of the Book
TOEFLdOiBTA CTIVATOR Writing Advanced provides:
Strategies to help students write logical essays
Essential vocabulary and grammar structures
Writing models and practical exercises
Step-by-step exercises which familiarize students with the TOEFL' iBT test format
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PART I & JI
Part I helps students write a coherent summary that accurately presents the relationship
between the reading and the lecture. Part I1 enables students to write a flowing essay on
general topics by offering tactics and know-how that are crucial for TOEFp iBT. The
students can familiarize themselves with Integrated and Independent Tasks while following
detailed steps with various activities for the two parts.
Studv Points 1 Writina Process
Overview pages explain what skills students will develop throughout the chapters. They also
present a step-by-step Writing Process which enables students to become familiar with each
primary task that they have to deal with.
Useful Ex~ressions
b Useful Expressions teach the key expressions used in each part. They also come with questions
to ensure students' comprehension.
Warm UD / Build UD/ Finish UD
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b Warm Ups offer basic and must-know skills and information.
b Build Ups enable students to clearly understand TOEFL~~BwTri ting tasks and apply what they
know to each task.
b Finish Ups get students to expand on what they have learned by asking them to write summaries or
essays on their own.
Word Round-up / Frequent Mistakes
Word Round-up
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b Word Round-ups present key vocabulary with useful questions for students to review the words
that have already been presented on previous pages.
Frequent Mistakes pages provide critical tips regarding writing conventions and essential grammar
for students to avoid common errors. Practical activities are also offered to enhance students'
comprehension of what they have learned.
0 PROGRESS TEST
Progress Tests are provided after each part. They follow a similar format as TOEFL! iBT.
Proqress Test
b Progress Tests are recommended to be done by students on their own. The tests allow students to
check how well they understand each part.
ACTUAL TEST
Actual Test is given at the end of the book. It gives students ample chances to consolidate
what they have learned and write according to the format of T O E Fi~B T.
Actual Test
b An Actual Test is recommended to be done by students on their own, making the best use of the
strategies and information provided throughout the book.
CD-ROM
A CD-ROM is offered so that students can actually take simulated TOEFLmi BT test.
b Sample Answers and Reviews for test items allow students to recognize their mistakes and learn
from them to get ready for the TOEFL' iBT test. The CD-ROM can be used on both computers and
audio players.
C O N T E N T S
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PART I Integrated Writing
Chapter 01 Challenge 2 2
Chapter 02 Support . . . .. . 38
Chapter 03 Problem & Solution 54
Progress Test 1 7 0