TOEFL Structure

TOEFL exam content

TOEFL structure is quite simple and consequent. The exam consists of four main parts: Reading, Listening, Writing and Speaking. The exam is four hours and a half long. Questions of some sections can be combined: for instance, you may need to read, listen and then give an answer in a written or oral form. Teachers provides you with a description of each section below:

• TOEFL Reading
• TOEFL Listening
• TOEFL Speaking
• TOEFL Writing

Section	Number of questions	Tasks	Time limit
Reading	36-56 questions to 3-4 texts	Read passages and answer questions	From 60 to 80 minutes
Listening	34-51 questions	Listen to some lectures, conversations and class discussions; then answer all questions	From 60 to 90 minutes
Break			Ten minutes
Speaking	Six questions	Express your opinion on an issue; speak based on listening and reading exercises	20 minutes
Writing	Two essays	Write one assay based on listening and reading passages; another essay should contain a supporting of your opinion to a topic	50 minutes