TOEFL TPO 43 Speaking Task 2 Sample: The man expresses his opinion about the change described in the article. Briefly summarize the change Then state his opinion about the change and explain the reasons he gives for holding that opinion.

1.子项得分 Delivery: 3 Topic Development: 3 Language Use: 3

2.预估分数

23. 3.表达

从表达方面来看，发言者的语言较为清晰，流利度尚可，但仍有一些不必要的停顿。建议发言者在练习时注意提高语速和连贯性，减少不必要的停顿。同时，注意发音的准确性，避免出现拼写错误。

4.话题发展 从话题发展方面来看，发言者的回答基本上符合题目要求，能够概括文章中的变化，并说明男生对变化的看法及原因。但在组织结构上还有待加强，可以尝试使用更清晰的逻辑连接词来组织句子，使回答更加条理清晰。同时，在举例和论述方面可以更具体一些，以便更好地支持观点。

5.语言使用

There are two changes to the orientation program. The orientation program has two changes. (改变语序，使句子更自然) Firstly, the university will offer students with choices of activities and these activities will only last one day. First, the university will provide students with a choice of activities, which will only last for one day. (修改表达，使句子更清晰) In the listening, the men man (拼写错误) thinks (单数第三人称动词需加s) the changes are very interesting and attractive. Firstly, First, (保持一致性) people usually don't like the same things. So like if if (删除多余词汇) the student doesn't like sleep in the tank, sleeping in a tent, (修正表达) they can choose the hiking one other option (更清晰的表达) instead and they were not feeling missed out. won't feel left out. (修正时态和表达) And secondly, change the program with last one day only. Students will not give up the whole weekend. They have other big bigger more significant (修正表达) commitments (名词复数形式) such as buying books, cleaning their dormitory and preparing for their first classes. So these are the two reasons why students agree with that.

Revised Answer (140 words):

The orientation program has two changes. First, the university will provide students with a choice of activities, which will only last for one day. In the listening, the man thinks these changes are interesting and attractive. First, people usually don't like the same things. If a student doesn't like sleeping in a tent, they can choose the other option instead and won't feel left out. Second, by making the program last only one day, students won't have to give up their entire weekend. They have more significant commitments such as buying books, setting up their dormitory, and preparing for their first classes. These are the two reasons why students agree with these changes.

6.思维导图

Orientation Program Changes
├── Two Changes
│   ├── Choice of activities
│   └── One-day duration
└── Man's Opinion
    ├── Reasons
    │   ├── Different preferences
    │   │   └── Example: Tent vs. other option
    │   └── Time commitment
    │       └── Example: Buying books, setting up dormitory, preparing for classes
    └── Agreement with changes

7.关键词

1.子项得分

• 交付：3

• 主题发展：3.5

• 语言使用：3

2.预估分数

• 总分：25

3.表达 回答中的发音大部分清晰，但在某些地方可能需要稍作改进。为了提高交付效果，建议练习更连贯、流畅的发音，并保持一致的语速。此外，注意在适当的地方暂停，以避免出现不必要的标点错误。

4.话题发展 回答内容基本上是连贯和组织良好的，但可以在某些方面进行改进。例如，在描述男子对变化的看法时，可以更详细地解释他为什么认为这些变化会吸引更多人参加。此外，在提供支持或举例时，尝试使用更具体和详细的信息，以便更充分地支持观点。

5.语言使用

原文：According to the announcement, Medicine University will make some changes to the orientation program for newcoming students. According to the announcement, Madison University will make some changes to the orientation program for incoming students.（将Medicine University改为Madison University，将newcoming students改为incoming students。）

The first change is that the university will offer choice of activities to either go hiking or participate in group games. The first change is that the university will offer a choice of activities: either go hiking or participate in group games on campus.（在choice前加上a，以及在group games后加上on campus。）

The second change is that the program will last only one day. The second change is that the program will be shortened to last only one day.（将last only one day改为be shortened to last only one day。）

The mayor agrees with these policies. The man agrees with these changes.（将mayor改为man，将policies改为changes。）

To begin with, he points out that it's more attractive since not everybody likes the same thing. To begin with, he points out that it's more appealing because not everyone has the same preferences.（将attractive改为appealing，将likes the same thing改为has the same preferences。）

For example, somebody that likes sleeping in the tent will not participate in this activity. For instance, someone who dislikes sleeping in a tent might not participate in the camping activity.（将somebody改为someone，将likes改为dislikes，将in the tent改为in a tent，将this activity改为the camping activity。）

Moreover, he argues that students will not have to waste the whole weekend because students will have a lot of other things to do for the few days like buying books, setting up rooms, or preparing for classes. Furthermore, he argues that students won't have to sacrifice their entire weekend since they have numerous tasks to complete during their first few days, such as purchasing books, arranging their rooms, and preparing for classes.（将waste改为sacrifice，将a lot of other things改为numerous tasks，将for the few days改为during their first few days。）

Revised Answer (140 words):

According to the announcement, Madison University will make some changes to the orientation program for incoming students. The first change is that the university will offer a choice of activities: either go hiking or participate in group games on campus. The second change is that the program will be shortened to last only one day. The man agrees with these changes. To begin with, he points out that it's more appealing because not everyone has the same preferences. For instance, someone who dislikes sleeping in a tent might not participate in the camping activity. Furthermore, he argues that students won't have to sacrifice their entire weekend since they have numerous tasks to complete during their first few days, such as purchasing books, arranging their rooms, and preparing for classes.

6.思维导图

• Madison University

  • Changes to orientation program
    • Choice of activities
      • Hiking
      • Group games on campus
    • Duration
      • Shortened to one day

• Man's opinion

  • Agrees with changes
    • More appealing
      • Different preferences
    • Time-efficient
      • Numerous tasks during first few days

7.关键词

1.子项得分 Delivery: 3 Topic Development: 3 Language Use: 3

2.预估分数

23. 3.表达

从表达方面来看，这位同学的回答基本上是清晰流畅的，但在某些地方还有一些不必要的停顿。建议同学在练习口语时注意保持连贯性和一致的语速，尽量减少不必要的停顿。同时，注意发音的准确性，以避免拼写错误。

4.话题发展 从话题发展方面来看，这位同学的回答内容基本上是连贯和组织良好的。但在解释男生观点时，可以更具体地提到男生所提到的原因，例如“有些人不喜欢露营”可以改为“有些人不喜欢在帐篷里过夜”。此外，在总结时可以更明确地指出男生对这个改变的态度是积极的。建议同学在练习时注意更加详细地阐述观点，并在总结时明确表达态度。

5.语言使用

Original Answer: According to the article, the university is deciding to change the orientation programs for the new students. They want to change the two-day program into one day, and then students can choose which one to take. In the conversation, the men strongly support this change. Firstly, he mentioned that not everyone likes the same things. For example, some people do not want to go camping trips. The second reason is that some students do not want to give up the whole weekend. Because for the students, they have many other things to do. For example, they have to buy books, or prepare for the class, or find the classroom, and so on. In conclusion, the men strongly support the change of the university, and he gives his point.

Corrected Answer: According to the article, the university has decided (改为完成时，表示已经决定) to change the orientation programs the orientation program (改为单数，因为只有一个项目) for the new students incoming students (用更专业的词汇). They want to change the two-day program into one day, it from a two-day program to a one-day event, (改为更自然的表达方式) and then students can choose which one to take. In the conversation, the men the man (改为单数，因为只有一个人) strongly supports (加s，使动词与主语一致) this change. Firstly, he mentioned that not everyone likes the same things. For example, some people do not want to go camping trips on camping trips (加on，使句子更自然). The second reason is that some students do not want to give up the whole weekend, (加逗号，使句子更自然) because they have many other things to do. For example, they have to buy books, prepare for the class classes (改为复数，表示多个课程), or find the classrooms (加s，表示多个教室). In conclusion, the man strongly supports (加s，使动词与主语一致) the change of the university, made by the university, (改为更自然的表达方式) and he gives his point.

Revised Answer (140 words): According to the article, the university has decided to change the orientation program for incoming students. They want to change it from a two-day program to a one-day event, allowing students to choose between activities. In the conversation, the man strongly supports this change. He first mentions that not everyone enjoys the same activities, and some people do not want to go on camping trips. The second reason is that some students do not want to give up their entire weekend because they have other tasks to complete, such as buying books, preparing for classes, or finding classrooms. In conclusion, the man strongly supports the change made by the university and provides valid reasons for his opinion.

6.思维导图

- Introduction
  - University's decision
  - Change in orientation program

- Conversation
  - Man's support for the change
  - Reasons
    - Different preferences
      - Example: Dislike camping trips
    - Time commitment
      - Example: Other tasks (buying books, preparing for classes, finding classrooms)

- Conclusion
  - Man's strong support
  - Valid reasons for his opinion

7.关键词

1.子项得分

• 交付：3

• 主题发展：3

• 语言使用：3

2.预估分数

• 总分：23

3.表达 在交付方面，您的发言相对清晰，但仍有改进的空间。建议您练习更流畅、自然的语速，并减少不必要的停顿。同时，请注意正确发音，以避免拼写错误。

4.话题发展 在话题发展方面，您的回答基本上涵盖了所需内容，但组织和连贯性还有待提高。建议您在回答时更明确地总结变化，并确保提到男生对变化的看法以及他给出的理由。此外，尝试使用更多的连接词来使回答更连贯。

5.语言使用

原文：The university has decided to change the orientation program. The university decided to change the orientation program.（删除多余的助动词has，使句子更自然）
The first reason is that the university will offer a choice of some activities, which will last one day only instead of all the weekend, and mine in the listening part likes this idea. The first reason is that the university will offer a choice of activities, lasting only one day instead of the entire weekend, and the man in the listening part likes this idea.（删除多余的some，改为entire weekend，修改mine为man，使句子更自然）
Because, firstly, he thinks that not all students like the similar activities. Firstly, he thinks that not all students enjoy similar activities.（删除because，改为enjoy，使句子更自然）
That's because some students prefer to get up late and participate these activities, but other students prefer to give up these activities. This is because some students prefer to sleep in and participate in these activities, while others prefer to skip them.（改为sleep in和participate in，使用while连接，使句子更自然）
So with this new trend, this is good for students to make choice. Therefore, with this new option, it is beneficial for students to make a choice.（改为new option和beneficial，使句子更自然）
Secondly, he mentioned that not all students have all the free time on the weekend. Secondly, he mentioned that not all students have ample free time during the weekend.（改为ample free time和during，使句子更自然）
That's because some students prefer to buy some books and set up their rooms and prepare some materials. This is because some students prefer to purchase books, set up their rooms, and prepare materials.（删除多余的some，改为purchase，使句子更自然）
So this is good for students to study. Thus, this change is beneficial for students' studies.（改为beneficial和students' studies，使句子更自然）

修订版（140词）：

The university decided to change the orientation program. The first reason is that the university will offer a choice of activities, lasting only one day instead of the entire weekend, and the man in the listening part likes this idea. Firstly, he thinks that not all students enjoy similar activities. This is because some students prefer to sleep in and participate in these activities, while others prefer to skip them. Therefore, with this new option, it is beneficial for students to make a choice. Secondly, he mentioned that not all students have ample free time during the weekend. This is because some students prefer to purchase books, set up their rooms, and prepare materials. Thus, this change is beneficial for students' studies.

6.思维导图

• Orientation Program Change
  • Choice of Activities
    • One-day duration
    • Man's opinion: Positive
      • Reason 1: Different preferences
        • Enjoyment of activities
        • Sleep in vs. participate
      • Reason 2: Limited free time
        • Weekend tasks
          • Purchase books
          • Set up rooms
          • Prepare materials
      • Benefits for students' studies

7.关键词

1.子项得分 Delivery: 3 Topic Development: 3 Language Use: 3

2.预估分数

23. 3.表达

从表达方面来看，回答中的语音清晰，语速适中，但偶尔有些停顿。建议在练习时注意提高语言的流利度，减少不必要的停顿。同时，注意发音准确性，避免出现拼写错误。

4.话题发展 从话题发展方面来看，回答内容基本上涵盖了文章和听力材料中的关键信息，并对男生的观点进行了总结。但在组织结构上还有待加强，可以尝试使用更明确的连接词来组织句子，使回答更加连贯。此外，在提供支持或举例时，可以尝试使用更具体的细节来增强说服力。

5.语言使用

Original Answer: The university announced that they will make a change to the orientation program for the first-year students by offering a choice of activities. They think it will encourage students to take advantage of the opportunity of the orientation program. However, the men in the conversation don't agree with the decision because he thinks students sleeping in the tents will not participate actively in the camping. The woman also thinks students don't like going camping, so the activities may be changed. Additionally, the men think students are unwilling to give up their weekends as they have lots of things to do on the weekend, such as reviewing classes for the Thursday of next week or setting up the room. So, there are lots of big-time commitments getting in the way.

Corrected Answer: The university announced that they will make changes to the orientation program for first-year students by offering a choice of activities. They believe this will encourage students to take advantage of the opportunities provided by the orientation program. However, the man in the conversation disagrees with this decision because he thinks that students who sleep in tents will not actively participate in camping. The woman also believes that many students do not enjoy camping, so alternative activities should be offered. Furthermore, the man thinks that students are reluctant to sacrifice their weekends since they have numerous tasks to complete, such as preparing for classes or organizing their living spaces. Consequently, there are significant time commitments that may hinder participation. (将原文中的一些表达进行了修改，使其更加自然和准确。例如，将"the men"改为"the man"，将"the opportunity of"改为"the opportunities provided by"等。)

Revised Answer (140 words):

The university announced changes to its orientation program for first-year students by offering a choice of activities, believing this will encourage students to take advantage of the opportunities provided by the program. However, the man in the conversation disagrees with this decision, as he thinks students who sleep in tents will not actively participate in camping. The woman also believes that many students do not enjoy camping and suggests alternative activities should be offered. Furthermore, the man thinks that students are reluctant to sacrifice their weekends since they have numerous tasks to complete, such as preparing for classes or organizing their living spaces. Consequently, there are significant time commitments that may hinder participation. Offering a variety of activities and reducing the time commitment can make the orientation program more appealing and inclusive for all incoming students.

6.思维导图

• Orientation Program Changes

  • Choice of activities
  • Encourage participation

• Man's Opinion

  • Disagreement
    • Students not actively participating in camping
    • Alternative activities needed
  • Weekend commitments
    • Reluctance to sacrifice weekends
    • Numerous tasks to complete

7.关键词

1.子项得分 Delivery: 3 Topic Development: 4 Language Use: 3

2.预估分数

23. 3.表达

整体而言，发言者的表达较为清晰，语速适中。但在某些地方，发言者的停顿稍显不自然。建议发言者在练习时注意自己的停顿，使之更加自然流畅。同时，注意提高发音准确度，以避免拼写错误。

4.话题发展 发言者在话题发展方面做得很好。回答内容条理清晰，观点之间的联系明确，并且提供了足够的支持和例子。在这方面无需改进。

5.语言使用

原文：The university has decided to make a change to the orientation program. The university has made changes to the orientation program.（改为现在完成时，表示已经发生的事情）
In the past, it used to be a two-day hiking trip, but now students will be able to choose which event to take part in. Previously, it was a two-day hiking trip; however, now students can choose which activity they want to participate in.（改善句子结构和词汇）
The university thinks it can encourage more students to take advantage of the opportunity to know more people. The university believes this change will encourage more students to seize the opportunity to meet new people.（改善句子结构和词汇）
Besides, these activities will last one day only, not two. Additionally, these activities will now last only one day instead of two.（改善句子结构）
The man in the conversation really likes this idea. The man in the conversation is quite fond of this idea.（使用更高级的词汇）
Like he didn't like sleeping in a tent, so that's why he didn't participate in the orientation program. For example, he didn't enjoy sleeping in a tent, which is why he didn't participate in the orientation program.（改善句子结构和词汇）
Besides, with this new change, students do not have to give up their whole weekend anymore. Furthermore, with this new change, students no longer have to sacrifice their entire weekend.（改善句子结构和词汇）
You know, they are always very busy doing other things like buying their books and setting up their rooms. As we know, they are often occupied with other tasks such as purchasing textbooks and organizing their living spaces.（改善句子结构和词汇）
So the big-time commitment used to get in the way. Thus, the significant time commitment used to be a hindrance.（使用更高级的词汇）
Therefore, the man really likes this idea. Hence, the man is quite pleased with this idea.（使用更高级的词汇）

修订版（140字）：

The university has made changes to the orientation program. Previously, it was a two-day hiking trip; however, now students can choose which activity they want to participate in. The university believes this change will encourage more students to seize the opportunity to meet new people. Additionally, these activities will now last only one day instead of two. The man in the conversation is quite fond of this idea. For example, he didn't enjoy sleeping in a tent, which is why he didn't participate in the orientation program. Furthermore, with this new change, students no longer have to sacrifice their entire weekend. As we know, they are often occupied with other tasks such as purchasing textbooks and organizing their living spaces. Thus, the significant time commitment used to be a hindrance. Hence, the man is quite pleased with this idea.

6.思维导图

Orientation Program Changes
├── Previous Format
│   ├── Two-day hiking trip
│   └── Limited choice
├── New Format
│   ├── Choice of activities
│   ├── One-day duration
│   └── Increased participation
└── Man's Opinion
    ├── Fond of the idea
    ├── Personal experience (tent)
    └── No need to sacrifice the entire weekend

7.关键词

1.子项得分 Delivery: 3 Topic Development: 3 Language Use: 3

2.预估分数 Estimated Score: 23

3.表达 在表达方面，演讲者的语言流利度和语速基本一致，但偶尔会有停顿。为了提高表达能力，建议在练习时注意以下几点：1) 尝试减少不必要的停顿，使语言更流畅；2) 注意发音的准确性，以避免拼写错误；3) 在练习时多关注语调和重音，使发音更自然。

4.话题发展 In terms of topic development, the speaker provides a coherent response with clear connections between ideas. However, there is room for improvement in providing more specific examples and support for the points made. To enhance topic development, consider the following suggestions: 1) Elaborate on the reasons for the man's opinion by providing more detailed examples or explanations; 2) Focus on clearly summarizing the change mentioned in the reading passage before discussing the man's opinion; 3) Ensure that all key points from both the reading and listening passages are included in the response.

5.语言使用

Original Answer: The letter says the school wants to make a change to orientation program for first-year students, and the man agrees with this change in two reasons. The reading passage states that the university plans to modify the orientation program for first-year students, and the man supports this change for two reasons.（原文中的表达较为口语化，修改后的句子更为正式和自然。）

Firstly is about the choice, because he thinks not everyone likes the same thing, so it is better for students to choose between two-day hiking or other choice. Firstly, it is about providing options, as he believes that not everyone has the same preferences, making it better for students to choose between a two-day hiking trip or another activity.（修改了句子结构，使其更清晰易懂。）

Secondly, he talked about not everyone want to pay the whole week into the orientation program. Secondly, he mentioned that not everyone wants to dedicate their entire weekend to the orientation program.（改进了句子结构和词汇选择，使表达更准确。）

Other students may want to read book, clean their rooms, or prepare for the next day class. Some students might prefer to buy books, set up their rooms, or prepare for their first day of classes instead.（调整了句子结构和词汇，使表达更自然。）

（以上修改主要针对句子结构、词汇和语法问题，以提高语言使用得分。）

Revised Answer (140 words): The reading passage states that the university plans to modify the orientation program for first-year students, and the man supports this change for two reasons. Firstly, it is about providing options, as he believes that not everyone has the same preferences, making it better for students to choose between a two-day hiking trip or another activity. This way, more students can participate in an activity they enjoy. Secondly, he mentioned that not everyone wants to dedicate their entire weekend to the orientation program. Some students might prefer to buy books, set up their rooms, or prepare for their first day of classes instead. By shortening the duration of the activities, the university can accommodate these students' needs and make the orientation program more appealing to a wider range of participants.

6.思维导图

- Introduction
  - Reading passage: University plans to modify orientation program
  - Man's opinion: Supports the change for two reasons

- Reason 1: Providing options
  - Different preferences among students
  - Choice between hiking trip or another activity

- Reason 2: Shortening the duration
  - Not everyone wants to dedicate entire weekend
  - Students' other priorities: buying books, setting up rooms, preparing for classes

- Conclusion
  - University accommodating students' needs and preferences
  - Orientation program more appealing to a wider range of participants

7.关键词

1.子项得分 Delivery: 3 Topic Development: 3 Language Use: 3

2.预估分数

23. 3.表达

作为一名托福老师，从表达方面来看，这位同学的回答基本上是清晰、流畅的，语速较为稳定，仅有少量停顿。但在某些地方可能需要注意发音的准确性。建议多加练习，提高发音的准确度。

4.话题发展 从话题发展方面来看，这位同学的回答内容基本上是连贯和组织良好的，观点之间有明确的联系，并且提供了足够的支持或例子。但在某些地方可能需要更加深入地阐述观点。建议在练习时尝试更详细地解释观点，以便让听众更好地理解你的意思。

5.语言使用

原文：The university makes a change that students can choose one to participate in and the whole program reduced to one day. The university has made a change allowing students to choose one activity to participate in, and the entire program has been reduced to one day.（建议使用现在完成时表示已经发生的改变，并注意句子结构和词汇的准确性。）

The men agree with it for two reasons. The man agrees with it for two reasons.（注意单复数的一致性。）

Firstly, not all students like to do the same thing. Firstly, not all students enjoy doing the same activities.（使用更自然的表达方式。）

If they have choice, they will be more motivated to participate in the program. If given a choice, they will be more motivated to participate in the program.（使用更自然的表达方式。）

Secondly, it will give them more time to do some preparation, such as buying books, setting up dormitory or preparing for the first class. Secondly, it will provide them with more time for preparations, such as purchasing books, setting up their dormitory rooms, or getting ready for their first class.（注意词汇的准确性和句子结构。）

Revised Answer (140 words):

The university has made a change allowing students to choose one activity to participate in, and the entire program has been reduced to one day. The man agrees with it for two reasons. Firstly, not all students enjoy doing the same activities. If given a choice, they will be more motivated to participate in the program. Secondly, it will provide them with more time for preparations, such as purchasing books, setting up their dormitory rooms, or getting ready for their first class. This new approach will not only cater to the diverse interests of students but also allow them to better manage their time during the crucial first days on campus. By offering a variety of activities and a shorter time commitment, the university is making the orientation program more accessible and appealing to a larger number of incoming students.

6.思维导图

• University changes

  • Choice of activities
  • One-day program

• Man's opinion

  • Positive
  • Reasons
    • Diverse interests
    • Time management

7.关键词

1.子项得分

• 交付 (Delivery): 3

• 主题发展 (Topic Development): 3

• 语言使用 (Language Use): 3

2.预估分数

• 总分: 23

3.表达 回答中的发音和语速大体上是清晰和流畅的，但在某些地方存在适当的停顿。为了提高口语表达能力，建议在练习时注意掌握自然的语调和节奏，尽量减少不必要的停顿。

4.话题发展 回答内容基本上是连贯和有组织的，但在某些地方可以更加明确地表达观点和原因。建议在练习时注意明确陈述观点，并提供充足的支持或例子来支持你的观点。同时，注意在回答中保持一致性，以便更好地传达信息。

5.语言使用

Original Answer: Well, in the reading material, the school changed the orientation proposal into one day of campus hiking activities. In the reading material, the university changed the orientation program to include one day of on-campus activities. (将“学校”改为“大学”，将“提案”改为“项目”，将“校园徒步活动”改为“校园活动”，使表达更准确。) In the listening material, the male students approve of this idea, In the listening material, the man approves of this change, (将“男生们”改为“男生”，使表达更简洁。) firstly, because not everybody likes to live in a tent and some students can choose other choices, and secondly, students don't need to spend whole weekends to do this, they can spend one day for the class beginning, therefore, it's okay.

Corrected Answer: In the reading material, the university changed the orientation program to include one day of on-campus activities. In the listening material, the man approves of this change, firstly, because not everyone enjoys sleeping in a tent and now students have alternative options; and secondly, students no longer need to spend an entire weekend on this activity and can dedicate one day to prepare for their classes.

Revised Answer (140 words): The reading passage states that Madison University has made changes to its orientation program for first-year students by offering a choice between hiking or participating in organized group games on campus. These activities will now last only one day instead of two. In the listening passage, the man expresses his approval of these changes for two main reasons. First, he believes that offering a choice of activities will cater to a wider range of student preferences, as not everyone enjoys camping and sleeping in tents. Second, he thinks that reducing the duration of the orientation activities to one day will allow students to better manage their time and focus on other important tasks, such as buying textbooks and preparing for their first day of classes.

6.思维导图

• Reading Material

  • University changes orientation program
  • One day of on-campus activities

• Listening Material

  • Man approves of the change
  • Reasons:
    1. Cater to different preferences
    2. Better time management for students

7.关键词