TOEFL Practice Test + Essay Questions
A. Structure and Written Expression (10 Questions)
1. Hardly ________ the plane touched the ground when the passengers started to stand up.
A. had B. have C. has D. having
2. The manager insisted that she ________ present at the meeting.
A. is B. were C. be D. was
3. The novel, along with its two sequels, ________ very popular among teenagers.
A. are B. were C. is D. have
4. Only after the earthquake ________ how serious the damage was.
A. we realized B. did we realize C. we had realized D. we have realized
5. Neither the students nor the teacher ________ happy with the result.
A. are B. is C. were D. have been
6. The committee has postponed ________ a decision until next week.
A. make B. to make C. making D. made
7. The museum will open a new wing ________ will display ancient Egyptian artifacts.
A. which B. where C. who D. what
8. I wish he ________ us about the changes earlier.
A. tells B. told C. had told D. would tell
9. The more you practice, the ________ you become.
A. confident B. more confident C. most confident D. confidence
10. Not only ________ but she also completed it ahead of schedule.
A. she did finish the project B. did she finish the project C. she finished the project D.
the project she finished
B. Reading Comprehension (10 Questions)
Passage 1
Whales are the largest animals on earth. Unlike fish, whales are mammals. They must
breathe air into their lungs, and they give birth to live young. Some species of whales, like
the blue whale, can grow up to 100 feet in length. They are known for their intelligence,
complex songs, and social behavior.
11. What makes whales different from fish?
A. They live in the ocean.
B. They are larger than fish.
C. They have lungs and give birth to live young.
D. They swim faster than fish.
12. According to the passage, which of the following is true about blue whales?
A. They are smaller than most other species.
B. They can sing in different languages.
C. They can reach lengths of up to 100 feet.
D. They live in rivers.
13. What does the passage mainly discuss?
A. The diet of whales.
B. Characteristics that define whales as mammals.
C. The dangers whales face.
D. Different colors of whales.
Passage 2
The invention of the printing press by Johannes Gutenberg in the 15th century
revolutionized the spread of information. Before this invention, books were copied by hand,
which was time-consuming and expensive. The printing press made it possible to produce
books quickly and in large quantities, making knowledge more accessible to the public.
14. What problem did the printing press solve?
A. Books were too long.
B. People didn’t want to read.
C. Books were expensive and took a long time to make.
D. There were too many writers.
15. What was one major result of the invention of the printing press?
A. Fewer people learned to read.
B. Knowledge became less important.
C. Books were written in Latin only.
D. More people had access to books.
16. The word “accessible” in the passage is closest in meaning to:
A. expensive
B. available
C. complex
D. private
17. What is the passage mainly about?
A. Gutenberg’s early life.
B. The development of Latin writing.
C. How books are made today.
D. The impact of the printing press.
Passage 3
Lightning is a natural electrical discharge that occurs during storms. It is caused by the
buildup of static electricity in clouds. When the charge becomes strong enough, it travels to
the ground or another cloud, creating a flash of light and a loud sound known as thunder.
18. What causes lightning to occur?
A. Heavy rain.
B. The movement of clouds.
C. A buildup of static electricity.
D. High wind speeds.
19. What usually follows a flash of lightning?
A. Rain
B. Thunder
C. Sunshine
D. Wind
20. The main purpose of the passage is to:
A. Describe different types of storms
B. Explain how clouds form
C. Inform readers about lightning
D. Warn about electrical safety
C. Essay Questions (Uraian)
1. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using social media for academic purposes?
Give examples to support your answer.
ANSWER : One advantage is that social media helps students share information and study
together easily. For example, they can use WhatsApp or Telegram to discuss assignments.
However, it also has disadvantages, such as distractions from non-academic content and the
risk of getting incorrect information. So, it’s helpful, but students need to use it wisely.
2. Describe a teacher who has influenced you the most. What did you learn from them, and
how did it affect your learning experience?
ANSWER : My math teacher in junior high school influenced me the most. She was patient
and always explained things clearly. I used to be afraid of math, but her teaching made me
enjoy it. I learned that confidence and practice can change how we feel about a subject.
3. Do you agree or disagree with the idea that technology makes people less social? Explain
your position with clear reasons and examples.
ANSWER : I disagree. Technology helps people stay connected, especially when they are far
from each other. For example, we can video call or chat with friends and family any time.
While it can be distracting, if used properly, it actually helps us become more social in
different ways.
