Toefl exam Essentials

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TIPS FOR THE WRITING TEST
To save time and get your best score on the writing test, follow
these guidelines:

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WRITING
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Stick to your assigned topic. You cannot choose your own
topic. If you write about a different topic, you will receive
a score of “0.”
Read questions carefully. If a prompt asks you to discuss only
one characteristic, limit yourself to one. If you write about
three characteristics, you will receive a lower score.
Limit your focus. For example, if a question asks you to
describe some of the qualities you value in a friend, quickly
choose two or three characteristics for your essay. You do
not have enough time or space to discuss more.
Impose conditions. Some questions give you only two
choices for your response, but that does not mean you are
limited to a simple “yes” or “no” answer. For example, a
prompt may ask you: “Do you agree or disagree that all stu-
dents should wear school uniforms instead of whatever
clothing they desire?” You can impose some conditions in
your answer: “Students should not have to wear school