TOEFL Speaking Question 1: SAMPLE Answer, TEMPLATE and BEST Tips

I answer a practice question for task 1 in TOEFL Speaking. The question I answer is a choice question. After that I give you tips how you can get a high TOEFL Speaking score in task 1. Getting a high score is no magic. If you practice speaking several times and if you know how to express your ideas, you can do it. Use this question to practice for task1 in TOEFL Speaking.

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FYI
The examples I use in the video are made up by me.

1) Answer the question
In task 1 in TOEFL Speaking you must answer the question directly. If the question asks you which option is better you must decide for one option and talk about that. Do not say that sometimes one side is better and sometimes the other. This is not what you are asked to do in a choice question in task 1 in TOEFL Speaking. You are asked to pick a side and explain why you think that side is better. It is very important that you answer the question directly because this way you show that you understand what the question asks you to do.

2) Use a template
I highly recommend using a TOEFL Speaking Template. Using a template can improve your TOEFL Speaking score considerably. First, a template gives your answer structure. Second, a template usually contains a broad range of vocabulary which will result in a high TOEFL Speaking score. Third, a template saves you a lot of time because you do not need to think about how to start your sentences. If you memorize a Speaking template, you already know that and you can focus on the task at hand. This is extremely important because you do not have much time in TOEFL Speaking. If you want to have a TOEFL Speaking template have a look at the one I created for my TOEFL Speaking task 1. You can find the link above.

3) Structure your answer
When doing TOEFL Speaking task 1 you should use a specific structure. Use an introduction, a transition, and after that state your two reasons and examples. Stick to this structure because this way you make sure that you deliver a well-structured and clear answer. This will improve your TOEFL Speaking score considerably. A TOEFL Speaking template can help you structure what you are saying. Make sure that you memorize the Speaking template before taking the TOEFL so that you will not have to think about the structure during your TOEFL test. Use this structure during your TOEFL Speaking preparation so that you will feel comfortable in the TOEFL test.

4) Use transitions
In TOEFL Speaking task 1 using transitions can boost your score significantly. Transitions boost your TOEFL Speaking score for several reasons. First, they show that you have a broad range of vocabulary. Second, they help you deliver a well-structured answer. In short, transitions are a great tool to get a high TOEFL Speaking score! Use transitions when practicing for TOEFL Speaking. If you get used to them during your TOEFL preparation, it will be a lot easier for you to remember and use them in the TOEFL test.

5) Use synonyms
In my answer for task 1 in TOEFL Speaking I used a lot of synonyms. Using synonyms improves your TOEFL Speaking score considerably because it shows ETS that you know a lot of different English words.

6) Choose the easier side
When answering task 1 in TOEFL Speaking choose the side where you can find more reasons and examples. There is no correct answer. ETS is only interested in how you speak in English. Therefore, you should pick the side that is easier for you. You want to feel comfortable when doing task 1 in TOEFL Speaking. Choosing the easier side helps you delivering a good answer in TOEFL Speaking task 1.

TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - TOEFL Speaking Practice Task 1
00:27 - Question
01:36 - My answer
02:34 - #1 Answer the question
03:19 - #2 Use a template
05:55 - #3 Structure your answer
08:07 - #4 Use transitions
09:57 - #5 Use synonyms
11:01 - #6 Choose the easier side

Disclaimer - My advice on this channel is based on my personal experience taking the TOEFL. I do not guarantee TOEFL scores. My aim is to present information as accurately as possible, but mistakes may occur.

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TOEFL Speaking Practice Task 1
I answer a practice question for task 1 in TOEFL Speaking. The question I answer is a choice question. After that I give you tips how you can get a high TOEFL Speaking score in task 1. Getting a high score is no magic. If you practice speaking several times and if you know how to express your ideas, you can do it. Use this question to practice for question 1 in TOEFL Speaking.

TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - TOEFL Speaking Practice Task 1
00:27 - Question
01:36 - My answer
02:34 - #1 Answer the question
03:19 - #2 Use a template
05:55 - #3 Structure your answer
08:07 - #4 Use transitions
09:57 - #5 Use synonyms
11:01 - #6 Choose the easier side

[giuliamaria]

Hi Dear Juva! Wanted to thank you very much for your work on this channel, I made my TOEFL and scored 103 thanks to your videos. All of them are very well edited, with excelent tips to practice. You are amazing!!! Please never stop!

[gunhasirac]

#6 is absolutely the most important point of all. After trying few practices, it’s more than obvious that 15 seconds of preparation time is incredibly short for this task (I can’t even do this in my native language if I’m totally honest). You just quickly come up with 2 or 3 reasons to support the choice, which also convinced me that using the template is quite essential. Otherwise you’re gonna stutter a lot while answering. Thank you again!

[desilva]

My results came.
114/120
Reading - 28
Listening - 29
Speaking - 30
Writing - 27
Your channel immensely helped me. Thank you very much :)

[christinaisabellasadventur]

Hey Juva I’d like to take this opportunity to say thank you for all your TOEFL video. I passed my test last July 30th. I failed so many times using textbooks. But for 7 days I kept on watching your yt video over and over again. So I think my brain understood the assignment and while on my test your voice keep on echoing. Lol. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

[pedrojulio]

Prompt 1:05 Doing activities outside
1:38. IN MY OPINION doing activities outside at weekend is better
I FEEL THIS WAY FOR TWO REASONS.
First, I think that doing activities outside is good for people's health.For example until a few years ago I often

Second,

[drialysfelipe]

Juva, I have to say thank you again! Your templates gave me the calm and security that I needed to answer quickly and relaxed. It was a lifesaver to me.. I scored 102 and all I have to say you are the best teacher ever! God bless you.

[mohammaddawrankhil]

Hello Juva,
I want to express my sincere thanks to you.
I got 22 in speaking even though, I started preparation for the speaking part just two days before taking my test but your templates were the reason I still got 22 in speaking section. My total score is 105, that's more than I wanted!

[TOEFLSecretsPodcast]

Given the choice between spending weekends outdoors and staying at home, I believe that staying at home is better for two reasons. (show your clear position)

Firstly, staying at home enables individuals to relax and recharge their batteries in a comfortable and familiar environment, which is essential for mental health and productivity (reason 1). For example, having a quiet weekend at home can help someone recover from a long week of work or study (relevant example).

Secondly, staying at home provides an opportunity for personal growth and development through activities like reading, learning a new skill, or pursuing a hobby (reason 2). For instance, someone can use their free time at home to learn a new language or practice a musical instrument. (relevant example)

[prai]

I have a TOEFL exam in week's time on 28.11.2021 (Sunday 9:30 am). Test date came by as a surprise to me as I was not expecting this soon. However, I am determined to prepare myself as much as possible within this limited time. And, I am fortunate to have found this channel of yours. I am enjoying but more importantly learning from every tip that you have provided on this site. Wish me luck Yuva.

[acinat]

I will be taking Toefl in 1 month and this is super helpful! I’m actually thankful to have found your channel. I hope you can upload the sample speaking answers for task 2, 3 & 4 as well soon :)

[WendellM]

I'm preparing to make the toefl IBT next month studying your videos. Thanks! I'll return here when I have my score :)

[busracakr]

Thank you Juva! You have been very helpful. I' m learning easily without feeling bored thanks to your fluency and pronunciation.

[kumarans]

Got 23, 23, 27, 23 in Toefl more than required for my admits. Thank you Juva for all the useful tips and help!

[babylia]

I love how you can speak really slowly ❤❤, but in the speaking section you speak so fast like if you doing the real exam 😂, Thank you for your videos, you are the only person that I can see without captions

[varshahebbar]

Hey juva! I got my scores today I scored 102, r27, l23, s27 w26 all thanks to your prep videos from tst along with other few youtubers i followed. I first started prepping for my speaking woth this video and made all the notes possible, this was extremely helpful and eventually I made my own templeates. All the best to all the test takers.

[sayah.]

Hey Juva! Just wanted to say thank you, I only took 2 days to prepare for my test and your videos really helped especially the speaking templates. I got a 108. Please keep up the good work!

[zonezooit]

Waiting fo Task 2, 3 and 4.😊 Thanks for this. You are amazing!

[pritimaurya]

I'm very grateful of your idea, this really help me to improve my English conversation.

[danialexg.d.]

I have only 4 days to prepare. i hope i will do. And thank you, you are very useful! Yes, i realise, they make this exercises so they can see our vocabulary, how we can really be in real life, so yes, use a lot of words.:)