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Subsequently, all the four scores are added and the student gets an overall score on a scale of 120 points. Usually, students need to score above 100 to qualify for applications to top-tier universities across the world and an overall score of 79 for most other universities. Moreover, the TOEFL exam is also accepted by the Government of Australia for the purpose of immigration.  \nMy students are consistently among the top scorers and it gives me immense joy to know that I have played a part in writing their success story. There are various aspects about the TOEFL exam that you should be aware of and I will try my best to give comprehensive answers to all your questions. So let us have a detailed discussion about the TOEFL examination:  \nWhat is the TOEFL exam?  \nTOEFL stands for Test of English as a Foreign Language. It is a globally popular English language proficiency test that is taken by aspirants planning to go abroad for higher studies. It is also accepted by a few governments as a proof of English language proficiency of the purpose of immigration.  \nWhich organization conducts the TOEFL exam?  \nThe TOEFL is owned by a U.S. based organization knowns as ETS (Educational Testing Service) .  \nWhat is the pattern of the TOEFL exam?  \nThe TOEFL exam consists of four sections, viz. reading, listening, speaking and writing. Your reading and listening sections will be combinations of long and short modules. For example, if you get a long reading section, then you will get a short listening section and vice-versa. Following is a detailed break-up of the format of the TOEFL exam:  \n\n| Section | Short Module |  |  | Long Module |  |  |\n| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |\n|  | Question\u003Cbr>Format | Number of\u003Cbr>Questions | Time\u003Cbr>(minutes) | Question\u003Cbr>Format | Number of\u003Cbr>Questions | Time\u003Cbr>(minutes) |\n| Reading | 3 Passages | 30 (10 per\u003Cbr>passage) | 54 | 4 Passages | 40 (10 per\u003Cbr>passage) | 72 |\n| Listening | 3 Lectures | 18 (6 per\u003Cbr>lecture) | 41 | 4 Lectures | 24 (6 per\u003Cbr>lecture) | 57 |\n|  | 2 Conversations | 10 (5 per\u003Cbr>conversation) |  | 3 Conversations | 15 (5 per\u003Cbr>conversation) |  |\n| Break (10 minutes) |  |  |  |  |  |  |\n| Speaking | Independent\u003Cbr>Task | 1 | 17 | Independent\u003Cbr>Task | 1 | 17 |\n|  | Integrated\u003Cbr>Tasks | 3 |  | Integrated\u003Cbr>Tasks | 3 |  |\n| Writing | Integrated Task | 1 | 20 | Integrated Task | 1 | 20 |\n|  | Independent Task | 1 | 30 | Independent Task | 1 | 30 |\n\nHow is the TOEFL exam scored?  \nThe TOEFL is scored on a scale of 120 points. Each of the four sections is scored on a scale of 30 points and all the scores are added up to arrive at your final score. Interestingly, in case you don’t achieve your desired score on the test, TOEFL allows you to re-take the test and combine your best sectional scores from all your attempts in a given 2-year period.  \nHow much do I need to score on the TOEFL exam?  \nTop-tier universities usually require a TOEFL score of more than 100 and other good universities have a cut-off score of 79. To have a fair idea of what is considered a good score, you can refer to the following table:  \n\n| Section | Score | Level |\n| --- | --- | --- |\n| Reading | 22-30 | High |\n|  | 15-21 | Intermediate |\n|  | 0-14 | Low |\n| Listening | 22-30 | High |\n|  | 14-21 | Intermediate |\n|  | 0-13 | Low |\n| Speaking | 26-30 | Good |\n|  | 18-25 | Fair |\n|  | 10-17 | Limited |\n|  | 0-9 | Weak |\n| Writing | 24-30 | Good |\n|  | 17-23 | Fair |\n|  | 1-16 | Limited |\n|  | 0 | Score of zero |\n\nFor how long is the TOEFL score valid?  \nYour TOEFL score will remain valid for a period of 2 years from the date you take the test.  \nHow many re-attempts are allowed for the TOEFL exam?  \nThere is no limit on the number of times you can take the TOEFL, but there must be a gap pfat least 3 days between any 2 attempts.  \nWhat","cbCaib1TiqEpWwfy","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaib1TiqEpWwfy","pdf",132041,"English","# TOEFL Frequently Asked Questions\n## What is the TOEFL exam?\n## Which organization conducts the TOEFL exam?\n## What is the pattern of the TOEFL exam?\n## How is the TOEFL exam scored?\n## How much do I need to score on the TOEFL exam?\n## For how long is the TOEFL score valid?\n## How many re-attempts are allowed for the TOEFL exam?\n## What documents are needed for the exam?\n## Is the TOEFL computer-delivered or paper-delivered?\n## How often is the TOEFL exam conducted?\n## How can I book the TOEFL exam?\n## Where can I take the TOEFL exam?\n## What is the exam fee?\n## In how many days will I get the result?\n## For how long do I need to prepare for the TOEFL exam?","[{\"question\":\"What skills does the TOEFL exam test and how is the total score calculated?\",\"answer\":\"The TOEFL exam tests listening, reading, writing, and speaking (LRWS). 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