TOEFL Reading Test (C-15)

When taking the TOEFL test, why is it important to read the questions before the passage?

• It helps you understand the main topic of the passage.

• It provides you with a preview of the answers.

• It helps you save time during the test.

• It makes you less anxious.

What should you look for in the passage to help you find specific information?

• Synonyms and paraphrases

• Signal words like 'however' and 'in addition'

• The overall structure of the passage

• The first and last sentences of each paragraph

Which of the following is NOT a recommended strategy for locating information in the passage?

• Scanning for keywords

• Underlining or highlighting important information

• Memorizing the entire passage

• Using context clues to infer answers

What is the purpose of checking for references in the passage?

• To find the publication date of the passage

• To locate specific details mentioned in the questions

• To identify the author's writing style

• To determine the main idea of the passage

Which of the following words or phrases can serve as signal words in a TOEFL reading passage?

• Nouns and pronouns

• Transition words like 'meanwhile' and 'afterward'

• Proper nouns and abbreviations

• Prepositions and conjunctions

In the TOEFL Reading section, why might the passage use synonyms or paraphrasing?

• To make the passage more challenging for test-takers

• To confuse test-takers

• To create a more interesting reading experience

• To convey the same meaning with different words

What is the significance of time management in the TOEFL Reading section?

• It ensures you finish the entire test.

• It helps you answer questions faster.

• It allows you to spend more time on difficult questions.

• It helps you locate specific information more efficiently.

Which part of the text discusses setting a pace for finding information?

• Point 1

• Point 5

• Point 8

• Point 9

What is the best way to improve your ability to find specific information in the TOEFL Reading section?

• Study grammar rules extensively

• Practice and familiarize yourself with the test format

• Read a lot of novels

• Use a thesaurus to expand your vocabulary

What is the ultimate goal of finding specific information in a TOEFL reading passage?

• To make the test more challenging

• To improve your reading speed

• To answer questions accurately

• To memorize the entire passage