TOEFL TPO -1 Writing Task 1 Sample: Question: Read the question below. You have 30 minutes to plan,write, and revise your essay. Typically, an effective response willcontain a minimum of 155
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Task Overview
Reading Passage
3.png Since the first millennium B.C.E., the area that is today England (part of Great Britain) was inhabited by people known as the Celts.Then around 500 c.E, a group known as the Anglo-Saxons immigrated to England from what is now Denmark and Germany and took over political control of England. This history raises an interesting question: are the modern inhabitants of England descended mostly from the original Celts or from the later Anglo-Saxons? Several pieces of evidence suggest that the modern English people are descended mostly from the Anglo-Saxons. First, the scale of the Anglo-Saxon immigration was massive.According to some sources written soon after the migration, a majority of Anglo-Saxons had left their homelands and come to England. The parts of Denmark and Germany where the Anglo-Saxons had lived originally lost most of their population. The sources imply that the large numbers of Anglo-Saxons arriving in England overwhelmed the original Celtic population and caused the Celts to retreat to other parts of Great Britain. Second, the modern English language is derived from the language spoken by the Anglo-Saxon immigrants, not from the language of the original Celtic inhabitants of England. This fact strengthens the theory that the population of England today is mostly descended from Anglo-Saxons. Third, a genetic study has been recently conducted among inhabitants of several villages in the east of England. The study looked at the villagers' DNA to determine which groups they were descended from. The study found that the DNA of the villagers was nearly identical to the DNA of people living in the parts of Denmark and Germany where the Anglo-Saxons originally came from. Their genetic similarity again confirms the theory that modern-day English people are mainly descended from Anglo-Saxons.
Question
Question: Read the question below. You have 30 minutes to plan,write, and revise your essay. Typically, an effective response willcontain a minimum of 155
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User Sample
The reading and the listening discusses Anglo- Saxon migration. But they are discussing the opposite. And the same time, the listening content is refuting the reading viewpoint one by one. Firstly, the reading claims that the scale of the Anglo-Saxon immigration was massive. this point is based on that the large numbers of Anglo-Saxons arriving in England. However, the speaker disputes this by suggesting that other people arrives in England too. To support this argument, the speaker cites Spainish people across the ship that arrive in England. Challenging the initial advocate of the reading. Next, the reading discusses the English language is derived from the Anglo-Saxon. this idea is supported by mostly descended from Anglo-Saxons. In contrast, the speaker disagrees and emphasize that English should sources the all Erope. The speaker strengthens this viewpoint with that France languge likes the English, and the France vocabulary is in the English. Calling into question the turth of the reading's second claim. Lastly, according the reading, a genetic study has been recently conducted among inhabitants of several villages . This is borne out-by DAN's determine. On the other hand, the speaker holds the wrong position, declaring that not mainly desended from Anglo- Saxons. This prespective is further bolstered by it is probably other country to have English locality DNA. Indicating that the reading's corresponding concept may lack a soilld foundation. The final listening content refutes the argument of the reading material through arguments and column forms, making people agree with the speak's viewpoint in the listening process.
Evaluation Result
1.Sub Scores
Task fulfillment: 2 Organization: 2 Coherence and Cohesion: 2 Language Use: 2
2.Estimated Scores
Estimated Score: 14
3.Task completeness
The essay does not fully address the specific requirements of the task. The main issue is that the essay does not accurately summarize the points made in the listening passage, leading to a lack of clarity in the response. To improve task fulfillment, it is essential to carefully listen to the lecture and take notes on each point that contradicts or challenges the reading passage. Then, clearly present these points in your essay.
Example 1: Instead of writing "other people arrive in England too," write "the listening passage states that modern historians estimate that the Celtic population was much larger than the arriving Anglo-Saxons."
Example 2: Instead of writing "English should sources from all Europe," write "the listening passage argues that just because English people speak a language derived from Anglo-Saxons does not mean they are mostly of Anglo-Saxon descent."
4.Essay structure and organization
The essay's structure and organization need improvement. The introduction should briefly mention both the reading and listening passages and their opposing viewpoints. Each body paragraph should focus on one point from both passages, with clear transitions between ideas. Finally, a conclusion should summarize your response.
Example 1: For an improved introduction, write "The reading passage claims that modern English people are mostly descended from Anglo-Saxons, while the listening passage argues that they are more likely to be descended from Celts."
Example 2: For better transitions between paragraphs, use phrases like "In contrast," "On the other hand," or "However." For example, write "In contrast to the reading's claim about language origins, the listening passage argues that..."
5. Grammar
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The final listening content refutes the argument of the reading material through arguments and column forms, making people agree with the speak's (Two consecutive spaces)viewpoint in the listening process.
Section Title: 6. Revised Essay
The reading and listening passages discuss the Anglo-Saxon migration and its impact on the modern inhabitants of England. However, they present opposing viewpoints on this issue. The listening passage refutes the reading's claims one by one.
Firstly, the reading asserts that the scale of the Anglo-Saxon immigration was massive, based on the large number of Anglo-Saxons arriving in England. In contrast, the speaker disputes this by suggesting that modern historians estimate a much larger Celtic population already living in England at that time. Since the Celts outnumbered the Anglo-Saxons, it is unlikely that they were pushed out by them, challenging the initial claim made in the reading passage.
Next, the reading posits that the English language is derived from Anglo-Saxon origins, supporting this idea with evidence of a majority descent from Anglo-Saxons. However, the speaker disagrees and emphasizes that English has multiple European sources. The speaker strengthens this viewpoint by noting similarities between French and English languages and their shared vocabulary, calling into question the truth of the reading's second claim.
Lastly, according to the reading passage, a genetic study conducted among inhabitants of several villages supports their argument with DNA evidence. On the other hand, the speaker argues against this position by stating that samples were taken from one small area in eastern England geographically closest to Anglo-Saxon homelands. The DNA evidence from people in that particular area does not necessarily hold true for England as a whole. Subsequent genetic research in other areas of England has shown a much greater genetic component from Celtic ancestors.
In conclusion, through well-supported arguments and counterpoints, the listening passage effectively refutes each claim made in the reading material regarding Anglo-Saxon migration and its impact on modern-day English people. (291 words)
The reading and the listening discusses Anglo- Saxon migration. But passages discuss the Anglo-Saxon migration and its impact on the modern inhabitants of England. However, they are discussing the opposite. And the same time, the present opposing viewpoints on this issue. The listening content is refuting the reading viewpoint passage refutes the reading's claims one by one.
Firstly, the reading claims asserts that the scale of the Anglo-Saxon immigration was massive. this point is massive, based on that the large numbers number of Anglo-Saxons arriving in England. However, In contrast, the speaker disputes this by suggesting that other groups of people arrives arrived in England too. To support this argument, the speaker cites Spainish too (providing a broader perspective), such as Spanish people across the traveling by ship that arrive (adding specific examples). This challenges the initial claim made in England. Challenging the initial advocate of the reading. the reading passage.
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Lastly, according the reading, to the reading passage, a genetic study has been recently conducted among inhabitants of several villages supports their argument with DNA evidence. On the other hand, the speaker argues against this position by stating that not all inhabitants are mainly descended from Anglo-Saxons (challenging their assumption). This is borne out-by DAN's determine. On the other hand, the speaker holds the wrong position, declaring that not mainly desended from Anglo- Saxons. This prespective perspective is further bolstered by pointing out that it is probably probable for other country countries to have English locality DNA. Indicating DNA (expanding on their counterargument), indicating that the reading's corresponding concept may lack a soilld solid foundation.
The final In conclusion, through well-supported arguments and counterpoints, the listening content passage effectively refutes the argument of each claim made in the reading material through arguments and column forms, making people agree with the speak's viewpoint in the listening process.regarding Anglo-Saxon migration and its impact on modern-day English people.
- Mind Map
1. Anglo-Saxon Migration
- Scale of immigration
- Language origins
- Genetic evidence
2. Reading Passage Claims
- Massive immigration scale
- English language from Anglo-Saxons
- Genetic study supports claims
3. Listening Passage Counterpoints
- Larger Celtic population in England
- Multiple European language sources
- Limited geographical scope of genetic study
- Key Words
| Word | Phonetic Symbol | Part of Speech | English Definition | English Translation (if needed) | Sample Sentences |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| migration | /maɪˈɡreɪʃən/ | noun | The movement of people from one place to another, especially in order to find work or live somewhere new. | The Anglo-Saxon migration had a significant impact on the modern inhabitants of England. | |
| massive | /ˈmæsɪv/ | adjective | Large and heavy; solid and imposing; exceptionally large in extent, amount, or degree. | The reading asserts that the scale of the Anglo-Saxon immigration was massive. | |
| outnumber | /aʊtˈnʌmbər/ | verb | Be more numerous than someone or something else; exceed in number. | Since the Celts outnumbered the Anglo-Saxons, it is unlikely that they were pushed out by them. | |
| derive | /dɪˈraɪv/ | verb | To obtain something from (a specified source); to base a concept on an existing one. | _ | The reading posits that the English language is derived from Anglo-Saxon origins. |
| descent | /dɪˈsɛnt/ | noun | An individual's origin or ancestry; the lineage or background of a person. | _ | The reading supports this idea with evidence of a majority descent from Anglo-Saxons. |
| refute | /rɪˈfjut/ | verb | To prove (a statement or theory) to be wrong or false; to disprove. | _ | The listening passage refutes the reading's claims one by one. |
| emphasize | /ˈɛmfəsaɪz/ | verb | To give special importance or prominence to (something) in speaking or writing. | _ | The speaker disagrees and emphasizes that English has multiple European sources. |
| component | /kəmˈpoʊnənt/ | noun | A part or element of a larger whole, especially a part of a machine or vehicle; an ingredient in something. | _ | _Subsequent genetic research in other areas of England has shown a much greater genetic component from Celtic ancestors. |
| geographically | /dʒiəˈɡræfɪk(ə)li/ | adverb | In terms of geography; with reference to the arrangement of physical features, areas, etc. | The DNA evidence from people in that particular area does not necessarily hold true for England as a whole. |
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