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Free TOEFL Speaking Lesson: TOPS System - Timing - "Tongue Twisters"

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Welcome to our “Winning TOEFL English” Blog. This blog is an extension of our student-approved " WINNING  TOEFL  SPEAKING - The Right Way ", available on Amazon . In this blog, you will find the most practical and helpful tricks and tips that are guaranteed to help you boost your TOEFL Speaking score. TIMING "TONGUE TWISTERS" IMPROVING SPEED AND PRONUNCIATION Which sounds in English do you have the most trouble with? Depending on where you're from, your accent, or your past education, there may be areas that require focus and adjustments. Bad habits are indeed hard to break, but with concerted effort, even long-time trouble areas can be smoothed over. Some common pronunciation challenges include: th, m v, r, f, l, w, x, y, as well as long and short vowels (a, e, i, o, u).   Long A: Say names the same way or fade lame ways.  Your Turn! Try these! CONTRAST: hat hate cap cape lat late mat mate sat sate CONTRAST: Abe ate the same apples as a rad snack. *Apparently, ...

Free TOEFL Speaking Lesson: TOPS System - Organization - "With regard to V-ing, I believe that..."

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Welcome to our “Winning TOEFL English” Blog. This blog is an extension of our student-approved " WINNING  TOEFL  SPEAKING - The Right Way ", available on Amazon . In this blog, you will find the most practical and helpful tricks and tips that are guaranteed to help you boost your TOEFL Speaking score. ORGANIZATION " With regard to V-ing, I believe that ..." Q. Some students prefer enrolling in their freshman year right after graduating from high school instead of taking a "gap year". Do you think that it is a good idea to have a one year break before starting freshman year in university?   Example: " With regard to taking a gap year, I believe that it is a good idea to do it. I feel this way for a few reasons." Your Turn! Create your own sentences using the structure. 1. With regard to V-ing... , I believe that ... (learn to cook) 2. With regard to V-ing ... , I believe that ... (study abroad) 3. With regard to V-ing ... , I believe that ... (...

Free TOEFL Speaking Lesson: TOPS System - Social/Scientific Example - "Research has shown that..."

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Welcome to our “Winning TOEFL English” Blog. This blog is an extension of our student-approved " WINNING  TOEFL  SPEAKING - The Right Way ", available on Amazon . In this blog, you will find the most practical and helpful tricks and tips that are guaranteed to help you boost your TOEFL Speaking score. Social / Scientific Example "Research has shown that ..." Q.  Some people believe it is important for college students to receive education in at least one musical instrument. Some people think that providing music education for college students is not necessary. Which view do you agree with and why?  Example: " Research has shown that those who include music as part of their academic studies usually have a more balanced and successful life." Your Turn! Create your own sentences using the structure. -> Research has shown that ...  1. Something leads to better health. 2. Something increases one's wealth. 3.  Music / food / activity increases one's ...

Free TOEFL Speaking Lesson: TOPS System - Personal Example - "An example of this is my uncle..."

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Welcome to our “Winning TOEFL English” Blog. This blog is an extension of our student-approved " WINNING  TOEFL  SPEAKING - The Right Way ", available on Amazon . In this blog, you will find the most practical and helpful tricks and tips that are guaranteed to help you boost your TOEFL Speaking score. Personal Example " An example of this is my uncle ..." Q. Some people think that university students should focus on one area of specialization, and that they should not have to build a varied foundation in fundamental courses. Do you agree with this and why? Include details and examples in your explanation.  Example: " An example of this is my uncle,   who met his business partner by taking several courses outside of his major field." Your Turn! Create your own sentences using the structure. -> An example of this is my uncle...  1. Learned several languages. 2. Learned a skill. 3. Was self-taught, coding. *Apparently, some formatting on this blog appears ...