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About
TOEFL |
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The Test of English
as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) measures the ability of nonnative speakers
of English to use and understand North American English as it is used
in college and university settings. Scores on the test are required
by more than 4,300 two- and four-year colleges and universities, professional
schools, and sponsoring institutions. |
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The test is offered
on computer throughout most regions of the world. In areas where access
to computer-based testing is limited, a supplemental paper-and-pencil
version of the test is administered. |
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In the People's
Republic of China, only the paper-and-pencil version of the TOEFL
test is administered. If you plan to take TOEFL in the PRC, you must
obtain a bulletin and the testing locations and dates from the CIECB. |
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TOEFL
Testing Program |
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The Test of English
as a Foreign Language (TOEFL?) evaluates the English proficiency of
individuals whose native language is not English. Most people who
take the TOEFL test are planning to study at colleges and universities
in the United States and Canada. TOEFL is also used by institutions
in other countries where English is the language of instruction. In
addition, many government agencies, scholarship programs, and licensing/certification
agencies use TOEFL scores to evaluate English proficiency. TOEFL is
administered under the direction of Educational
Testing Service (ETS). |
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The Paper-Based
TOEFL test is given on six dates in 2003-04: August 23, October
18, November 15, 2002, January 17, March 12, and May 15, 2003. |
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There
are two ways to register: |
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1. Online
registration |
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2. Mail
registration: To register, you must obtain an Information
Bulletin containing a registration
form and information about the test. |
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When
you go to the test center you will be required to have identification
with you. The admission ticket mailed to you before the day
of the test will tell you what type of identification you will
need. The primary form of identification is a valid passport.
Expired or photocopied passports are not acceptable. |
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Before
the day of the test, you will be sent a photo file record attached
to your admission ticket. You must sign it and attach a recent
photograph of yourself. The photograph must show you as you
will look on the day of the test. |
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TOEFL
Test Sections and Practice Questions |
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The TOEFL test
is composed entirely of multiple-choice questions with four possible
answers per question. There are three sections in the test, each measuring
a critical skill in the use of English. |
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You may wish
to read How to Mark Your TOEFL Answer Sheet before you begin. Using
practice answer sheets will help you become familiar with the TOEFL
answer sheet formats. |
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Each section
of the test has a time limit. The test center supervisor will tell
you when to start and stop each section. The number of test questions
may vary from one test administration to another, but there will never
be fewer than 140 questions. Total testing time is less than three
hours. |
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For additional
practice material, see Test
Preparation Materials. |
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