TOEFL Test Format: Internet Based Test
The duration of the test is 4½ hours. It tests your English speaking, listening and comprehending, reading, and writing skills. You can also take notes during the test.
Section Type of Question No. of Question Duration
Reading 3-5 passages; approximately 700 words long; 12-14 questions per passage. 36-70 60-100 minutes
Listening 4-6 lectures, some with classroom discussion; each 3-5 minutes long; 6 questions each. 2-3 conversations; each 3 minutes long; 5 questions each. 34-51 60-90 minutes
Speaking 2 tasks to express an opinion on a familiar topic; 4 tasks to speak based on what is read and listened to. 6 tasks 20 minutes
Writing 1 task to write based on what is read and listened to; 1 task to support an opinion on a topic. 2 tasks 50 minutes
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Test Score
Scores are posted online and mailed approximately 15 business days after your test date. The iBT version of the TOEFL test is scored on a scale of 0 to 120 points and a good score is 90+.