TOEFL iBT Reading: Insert Text Focus

Michael from ETS explains the TOEFL iBT Reading section, focusing on Insert Text questions. These questions test the understanding of logical order in a passage. Instead of choosing from a list, you insert a sentence into one of four positions in a paragraph. A sample question is analyzed, highlighting the importance of pronouns. Tips for improving reading skills are provided, emphasizing the practice of matching pronouns to their references.

What is the main focus of the TOEFL iBT Reading section discussed in the video?

• Listening comprehension

• Insert Text questions

• Speaking tasks

• Writing essays

What is the purpose of Insert Text questions in the TOEFL iBT Reading section?

• To evaluate speaking ability

• To understand the logical order of ideas

• To assess grammar skills

• To test vocabulary knowledge

How many Insert Text questions are there in each reading passage?

• Four

• Two

• Three

• One

What is unique about answering Insert Text questions compared to other reading questions?

• You choose from a list of 4 choices

• You click on one of the 4 black squares

• You listen to an audio clip

• You write an essay

In the sample question, what is the pronoun 'this' referring to?

• A new idea

• A person

• A criterion mentioned earlier

• A location

Why is square number 4 a likely choice for inserting the sentence in the sample question?

• It is the shortest sentence

• It follows a sentence about 'the standard criterion'

• It is the last option

• It is the first option

What is a key tip for improving reading skills according to the video?

• Writing essays

• Understanding and matching pronouns

• Practicing speaking

• Memorizing vocabulary

Which of the following is NOT a common pronoun mentioned in the video?

• It

• She

• He

• They

What is the final piece of advice given for TOEFL test preparation?

• Ignore reading sections

• Stop practicing

• Keep practicing

• Focus only on writing