Toefl exam Essentials

Watch for tricky wording. Some questions use
wording such as “All of the following are true except” or
“Which of the following is not a likely outcome?” You
will find answer choices that are accurate, but do not fit
the question. 
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Look out for absolutes. Be careful answering questions
that use words such as always, never, none, or all. You may
find answer choices that sound correct but are not true
in every circumstance.
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Beware of silly answer choices. Test makers often
include silly or easily confused answer choices. When
you are under pressure, these choices can become

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HOW TO USE THIS BOOK TO GET A TOP SCORE
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appealing if you are not reading closely. Eliminate these
options first.
CREATE A STUDY PLAN
Have you ever crammed for a big test, trying to learn everything
at the last minute? If you have, you know that you can’t learn all
the material for a major exam in one study session. And if you stayed
up all night cramming, you probably found out that you were too
tired to study effectively. A study plan creates a framework for you
to follow as you prepare for the TOEFL exam. By planning ahead,
you can break down your studying into smaller blocks of time that
are easier to manage, less intimidating, and more effective.
To implement a study plan, first consider your study envi-
ronment. You will need a place to study that has a minimum of
distractions, a location where you can concentrate and spread out
your materials. Your study environment should also be well lit and