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TOEFL Templates For Maximizing Your Score in the Writing Section

 

The TOEFL writing section measures your ability to produce a structured essay with clear arguments, whilst also checking your knowledge and level of proficiency in grammar and vocabulary.

The writing section consists of two writing tasks.

The first task combines elements of listening and reading. You may be asked to listen to a lecture excerpt or a recording of a conversation, or you may need to read a short text. Taking notes during listening and reading is allowed. After listening or reading, you must then answer a question based on the content.

The second task is an opinion essay, where you are asked to offer your thoughts on a general question. You will have a total of 50 minutes to complete both writing tasks.

Integrated Essay Template (Question One)

The Introduction

No matter what question style is used, write your introduction using the following template:

  • The reading and the lecture are both about _____. 
  • The author of the article feels that ______.  or: The author of the reading presents three theories about _____.
  • The lecturer disputes the claims made in the article.
  • His position is that _____.

The Body Paragraphs

Use the following templates for the body paragraphs:

  • According to the reading  _____.
  • The article mentions that ____.
  • The lecturer challenges this argument.
  • He claims that ____.
  • Additionally, he points out that ______.

–

  • Secondly, the author suggests ______.
  • In the article, it is said that _____.
  • The lecturer, however, asserts that ______.
  • He goes on to say that ______.

–

  • Finally, the author posits that _____.
  • The author contends that ____.
  • In contrast, the lecturer’s stance is  _____.
  • He notes that _____.

You don’t need a conclusion.

Your TOEFL integrated essay should be about 150-250 words in length.

Independent Essay Template (Question Two)

Paragraph 1 (Introduction)

  • Sentence One: The “Hook”
    This is an interesting sentence that introduces the general topic of the essay.  Try something like:  “Most people agree that everyone in the world should VERB…“
  • Sentence Two: The Main Point
    This is your main argument. Start with “Personally, I believe…“
  • Sentence Three: The Transition
    Just use: “I feel this way for two reasons, which I will explore in the following essay.”

Paragraph Two (Body 1)

  • Sentence One: A Topic Sentence
    Summarize your first supporting reason. Try: “To begin with…“.
  • Sentences Two and Three: The Explanation
    Explain what you mean, without talking directly about a personal experience.
  • Sentence Four: The Transition
    Just use: “My personal experience is a compelling example of this.“
  • Sentence Six to End: The Personal Example
    An example from your life that illustrates this argument. It should make up about 60% of the body paragraph.

Paragraph Three (Body 2)

  • Sentence One: A Topic Sentence
    Summarize your second supporting reason. Begin with “Furthermore…“.
  • Sentences Two and Three: The Explanation
    Explain what you mean. Shorten to one sentence if necessary.
  • Sentence Four: The Transition
    Just use: “For instance,“
  • Sentences Five to End: The Personal Example
    An example from your life that illustrates this argument. Again, it should make up about 60% of the paragraph.

Paragraph Four (conclusion)

  • Sentence One: Restate the Thesis
    Paraphrase your thesis. Begin with “In conclusion, I strongly feel that…“.
  • Sentence Two: Restate the Two Reasons
    Just use: “This is because ______, and _______.“

Your whole essay should be between 380 and 400 words.

I hope that this article is helpful for your preparation.

Good luck and good studying.

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