The TOEFL test is one of English mandatory certifications you have to sign up to major American universities and not.
TOEFL Test: What?
The TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is a certification of English language among the most famous and important in the world. Many foreign universities require as the main requirement for admission to the certificate TOEFL. It is usually also indicated a minimum score to be met to be at least taken into account when submitting the entry form.
As a little early ago, to get the TOEFL is required to pass a test: the so-called TOEFL (Internet-Based Test). To be fair there is possibility to carry out such checks in paper form, TOEFL PBT (Paper-Based Test) but this is now done in countries where the latest equipment are not available or the Internet access is still limited.
TOEFL Test: Duration and Composition
The test ‘TOEFL’ measures the ability to use and understand the English language. The test, the duration of four hours and 30 minutes, is based on evaluation of four major areas:
- Reading: The candidate must read a series of texts and correctly answer the questions proposed at the end of each path. Duration: 60-100 minutes.
- Listening: The candidate must listen 6 small step for a period of 3:00 to 6:00 minutes and answer the questions proposed. While listening, the candidate may take notes. Duration: 60-90 minutes.
- Speaking: The candidate must respond orally to a series of questions about just-played accounts during the listening and / or in everyday situations. Duration: 30 minutes.
- Writing: The candidate must draw a small issue on the topic proposed. Duration: 50 minutes.
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TOEFL Test: How Much and Who Can Register For?
The TOEFL is priced between the $ 160 and $ 250: it depends on the country where the test is performed. Usually, with regard to Italy, the cost is around $ 245. It can also enroll by phone or by mail. Remember that there are no failures. If you are not pleased with the score obtained can repeat the test as often as you want, but not more than 1 every 12 days.
TOEFL Test: The Score
The score overall (total score) of the TOEFL is expressed as a scale of 0 to 120. The “score report” shows the partial scores achieved by students in the four shares on which the test covers:
- Listening (0-30)
- Reading (0-30)
- Speaking (0-30)
- Writing (0-30)
