TOEFL Speaking Task 1

❓ Speaking Question Some people believe that students should be required to take physical education (PE) classes every year in high school, even if they are not interested in sports. Others think that PE should be optional so students can focus on academic subjects. Which view do you agree with and why?

📊 TOEFL Speaking Task 1 Rubric

Delivery: Fluency, pronunciation, intonation
Language Use: Grammar, vocabulary, sentence variety
Topic Development: Clear position, sufficient reasons, logical flow

Scored 0-30 based on holistic scoring (original 0-4, scaled to 30). 15s preparation, 45s response.

💡 Answering Tips

Use the 15s preparation to jot down 2 main reasons
State your position clearly, then support with specific examples
Use template phrases: "I believe... because... For example..."
Keep within 45s; maintain moderate pace, mind pauses and intonation
Avoid memorized templates; express naturally in your own words

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