Skip to content

How-to Master TOEFL Speaking — Fluency At Your Fingertips

In the past month or so, I have begun recording sample answers to TOEFL iBT Speaking Question 1. This series of podcasts contains 2 or 3 sample answers each episode. I am continuing to publish more every Monday to Apple Podcast and Spotify. I have also created videos which I have published to my Instagram.


Some people think that family members are the most important influence on young adults. Others believe that friends are the most important influence. Which do you agree with?

Some students would prefer to live with roommates. Others would prefer to live alone. Which option would you prefer?

Some people prefer to go to the movie theatre; others prefer to stream a movie online. Which do you think is better?


Some think the college experience is essential; others think it is not. What is your opinion?

Some people like to watch action movies; others prefer to watch comedies. Which type of movie do you prefer?


In the following two episodes, I have shared a first try and a second try. I always try to improve my recordings after a first try. I will rerecord my speeches until the flow is logical and there are no long, awkward pauses.

Many universities now offer academic courses over the internet. However, some people still prefer learning in traditional classrooms. Which do you think is better? Why?


What do you miss most about your home when you are away?


Remember that the time for TOEFL iBT Independent Speaking is 15 seconds for preparation and 45 seconds for speaking. If you go over the time limit, the recording will be cut off in the test.

Subscribe to Blog via Email

Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email.

say hi!