TOEFL Speaking Task 1

❓ Speaking Question Some people prefer to take a gap year between high school and university to travel or work. Others prefer to go directly to university after high school. Which approach do you think is better for students? Explain why, using specific reasons and examples to support your opinion.

📊 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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