TOEFL Устная речь Task 1

❓ Вопрос Some people prefer to live in cities that are close to nature, such as mountains or oceans. Others prefer to live in cities with many cultural activities, like museums and theaters. Which type of city do you think is better for a young person to live in? Explain why, using specific reasons and details to support your opinion.

📊 Критерии оценки TOEFL Speaking Task 1

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.

💡 Советы

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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