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TOEFL Academic Discussion Writing Sample: To maintain good health Your professor is teaching a class on social studies. Write a post responding to the professor’s question.

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Professor

Professor: Today, we are going to talk about whether it has become easier to maintain good health than it was in the past. As the economy prospers and technologies evolve, more and more people have come to realize the importance of maintaining good health. Though people nowadays know and care more about health, the problem is, is it more challenging or easier for people to maintain good health today?

Claire

I think it has become easier for modern people to keep healthy. Thanks to economic growth, people have enjoyed higher incomes and thus higher living standards. Therefore, most people, compared to people in the past, have more money at their disposal to spend on healthier lifestyles. In other words, they can afford proper medical treatments while they are sick. Besides, they can eat in a more nutritious and balanced way.

Paul

Paul: Although I share Claire’s view that people have become wealthier, I still believe that it has become more challenging for people to maintain good health. Due to technological progress, life has become more convenient: people can do almost anything indoors with just a few taps or clicks. They can just order food and shop online, take online courses, and entertain themselves without heading out to do everything in person, unlike people in the past. As a result, people today exercise much less than ever before, and such laziness, inevitably, has considerably contributed to many more health problems today.

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User Sample

Both Claire and Paul make valid points, while economic growth lead to higher living standard, technology progress did make us spend more time indoors and have less exercise. In my opinion, it is easier for people to maintain healthy nowadays. Firstly, people have a better understanding about what’s good for their body. The can pay more attention to food with ideal nutritional balance. Take my boy friend as an example, he will check the label every time when he purchases food, he prefer to drink diet coke and calculate calories before having meals. Secondly, we can work out indoors. As the technology progresses, gyms are equipped with a wide range of facilities that can help us keep fit indoors. For example, we can run on the running machine, weightlifting and train our body with kettle bell. In conclusion, it is easier for us to maintain healthy since we are equipped with the knowledge about how to eat healthier and how to work out even we don’t want to be outdoors.

Evaluation Result

1. 子项得分

  • Relevance and Contribution to Discussion: 4.5

  • Clarity and Elaboration of Viewpoint: 4.0

  • Language Use and Grammar: 4.0

2. 预估分数

  • 27

3. 任务完成度

整体来说,你的文章回答了问题并表达了你的观点。但是,有一些地方可以改进。首先,在引用他人观点时,尽量避免重复原文中的句子,而是用自己的话来表达。其次,在论述自己观点时,可以加入更多具体的例子和细节,以增强说服力。

示例1(避免重复原文): 原文:“Both Claire and Paul make valid points, while economic growth lead to higher living standard, technology progress did make us spend more time indoors and have less exercise.” 修改后:“Claire 和 Paul 的观点都有道理:经济增长提高了生活水平,但科技进步也让我们更多时间待在室内从而锻炼减少。”

示例2(加入具体例子和细节): 原文:“Secondly, we can work out indoors.” 修改后:“其次,我们可以在室内进行各种运动,如瑜伽、跳舞等,这些活动不仅有趣还能帮助我们保持健康。”

4. 文章结构与组织

你的文章结构基本清晰,包括了引言、正文和结论。但是,在组织上还有一些可以改进的地方。首先,可以在引言部分更明确地表达你的观点。其次,在正文部分,尽量让每个段落都有一个中心思想,并使用恰当的过渡词来连接不同的段落和观点。

示例1(明确表达观点): 原文:“In my opinion, it is easier for people to maintain healthy nowadays.” 修改后:“我认为,与过去相比,现代人更容易保持健康。”

示例2(使用过渡词): 原文:“Firstly, people have a better understanding about what’s good for their body. The can pay more attention to food with ideal nutritional balance.” 修改后:“首先,人们对身体健康有了更深入的了解。因此,他们可以更加关注营养均衡的食物。例如,在购买食品时会查看标签上的营养成分。”

5. 语法批改

Both Claire and Paul make valid points, while economic growth lead to higher living standard, technology progress did make us spend more time indoors and have less exercise.

In my opinion, it is easier for people to maintain healthy nowadays.

Firstly, people have a better understanding about what’s good for their body. The can pay more attention to food with ideal nutritional balance. Take my boy friendboyfriend(boy friend (boyfriend)) as an example, he will check the label every time when he purchases food, he preferprefers(Agreement error: Non-third person/past tense verb with 'he/she/it' or a pronoun) to drink diet coke and calculate calories before having meals.

Secondly, we can work out indoors. As the technology progresses, gyms are equipped with a wide range of facilities that can help us keep fit indoors. For example, we can run on the running machine, weightlifting and train our body with kettle bellkettlebell(Hyphenated words: kettle bell).

In conclusion, it is easier for us to maintain healthy since we are equipped with the knowledge about how to eat healthier and how to work out even we don’t want to be outdoors.

Title: 6 文章修订

Both Claire and Paul present valid arguments; while economic growth leads to higher living standards, technological advancements have resulted in more sedentary lifestyles.

In my opinion, maintaining good health has become easier in modern times.

Firstly, people possess a greater understanding of what is beneficial for their bodies. They can focus on consuming foods with an ideal nutritional balance. For instance, my boyfriend meticulously checks labels when purchasing food, prefers diet soda, and calculates caloric intake before meals.

Secondly, indoor exercise options have expanded due to technological progress. Gyms now offer a wide range of facilities that enable individuals to stay fit without venturing outdoors. For example, one can run on a treadmill, engage in weightlifting, or train with kettlebells.

Thirdly, the availability of medical treatments and preventive care has significantly improved. Individuals can access healthcare services more easily and affordably than in the past. This increased accessibility contributes to the early detection and treatment of potential health issues.

Moreover, advancements in communication technology allow people to share health-related information and advice more efficiently. Online platforms provide resources for individuals seeking guidance on nutrition, exercise routines, and mental well-being.

Lastly, public awareness campaigns promoting healthy lifestyles have gained momentum over the years. These initiatives encourage people to adopt healthier habits by highlighting the importance of regular exercise and balanced diets.

Despite these advantages, it is crucial for individuals to remain vigilant about their health choices and make conscious efforts to maintain a healthy lifestyle amidst modern conveniences. (250 words)

Revised essay: Title: 7 文章批改

Both Claire and Paul make present valid points, arguments; while economic growth lead leads to higher living standard, technology progress did make us spend standards (changed "lead" to "leads" for subject-verb agreement), technological advancements have resulted in more time indoors and have less exercise. sedentary lifestyles (rephrased for clarity).

In my opinion, it is maintaining good health has become easier for people to maintain healthy nowadays. in modern times (rephrased for clarity).

Firstly, people have a better possess a greater understanding about what’s good of what is beneficial for their body. The bodies (rephrased for clarity). They can pay more attention to food focus on consuming foods with an ideal nutritional balance. Take balance (rephrased for clarity). For instance, my boy friend as an example, he will check the label every time boyfriend meticulously checks labels when he purchases purchasing food, he prefer to drink prefers diet coke and calculate calories soda (changed "coke" to "soda" for a more general term), and calculates caloric intake before having meals. meals (rephrased for clarity).

Secondly, we can work out indoors. As the technology progresses, gyms are equipped with indoor exercise options have expanded due to technological progress (rephrased for clarity). Gyms now offer a wide range of facilities that can help us keep enable individuals to stay fit indoors. without venturing outdoors (rephrased for clarity). For example, we one can run on a treadmill, engage in weightlifting, or train with kettlebells (corrected "running machine" to "treadmill" and rephrased the running machine, weightlifting and train our body with kettle bell. sentence).

In conclusion, it is easier for us to maintain healthy good health since we are equipped with the knowledge about how to eat healthier and how to work out even if we don’t want to be outdoors.outdoors (added "good" before "health," changed "maintain healthy" to "maintain good health," and rephrased the sentence for clarity).

Title: 8 思维导图


1. Greater understanding of nutrition
   - Ideal nutritional balance
   - Checking labels
   - Diet soda and caloric intake

2. Indoor exercise options
   - Technological progress
   - Gyms and facilities
   - Treadmill, weightlifting, kettlebells

3. Improved medical treatments and preventive care
   - Accessibility to healthcare services
   - Early detection and treatment of health issues

4. Advancements in communication technology
   - Sharing health-related information and advice online

5. Public awareness campaigns promoting healthy lifestyles 
   - Encouraging healthier habits 
   - Importance of regular exercise and balanced diets 

Title: 9 关键词

WordPhonetic SymbolPart of SpeechEnglish definitionSimplified Chinese translationSample sentences
sedentary/ˈsɛdntˌɛri/adjectiveInvolving little physical activity; sitting down for long periods久坐不动的Technological advancements have resulted in more sedentary lifestyles.
nutritional/njuːˈtrɪʃənəl/adjectiveRelating to the substances in food that help growth and health营养的They can focus on consuming foods with an ideal nutritional balance.
meticulously/məˈtɪkjʊləsli/adverbIn a way that shows great attention to detail细致地My boyfriend meticulously checks labels when purchasing food.
weightlifting/ˈweɪtlɪftɪŋ/nounThe sport of lifting heavy weights举重One can engage in weightlifting at the gym.
kettlebells/ˈkɛtlˌbɛlz/nounA cast-iron weight with a handle used for exercise壶铃People can train with kettlebells to improve their strength.
preventive care/prɪˈvɛntətɪv kɛər/nounMedical care that aims to prevent illness or detect it early预防保健The availability of medical treatments and preventive care has improved.
accessibility/ækˌsɛsəˈbɪləti/nounThe quality of being easy to obtain or use可及性Individuals can access healthcare services more easily and affordably.
momentum/məʊˈmɛntəm/nounThe ability to keep increasing or developing动力Public awareness campaigns promoting healthy lifestyles have gained momentum.
vigilance/ˈvɪdʒələns/-noun-The action or state of keeping careful watch for possible danger or difficulties- 警惕性-It is crucial for individuals to remain vigilant about their health choices.

How Academic Discussion Is Scored

The TOEFL Academic Discussion task is evaluated based on the official ETS scoring rubric. AI evaluation analyzes each response across multiple dimensions.

Relevance & Contribution

Does the response address the question and contribute meaningfully to the discussion?

Language Use

Grammar accuracy, vocabulary range, and sentence structure quality.

Development & Support

Are ideas well-developed with specific examples and clear reasoning?

Common Patterns Across Responses

Based on analysis of user submissions for this task, here are common patterns observed in student responses.

Many students provide clear opinions but lack specific supporting examples.

Strong responses directly reference the reading passage and other speakers' viewpoints.

Higher-scoring responses use varied sentence structures and academic vocabulary.

Time management is a key factor — responses that feel rushed tend to score lower on development.

Learning Tips

1

Read the prompt carefully and identify all parts of the question before writing.

2

Reference the reading passage and the other students' opinions in your response.

3

Use specific examples to support your main point — avoid generic statements.

4

Aim for 120-150 words. Longer responses are not always better; clarity and focus matter more.

5

Practice timed responses (10 minutes) to build fluency under exam conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TOEFL Academic Discussion task?
The TOEFL Academic Discussion task requires you to contribute to an online classroom discussion. You'll read a professor's question and other students' responses, then write your own post expressing and supporting your opinion in about 10 minutes.
How is the Academic Discussion task scored?
The task is scored on a scale of 0-5 based on relevance to the discussion, quality of language use (grammar, vocabulary, sentence structure), and how well you develop and support your ideas with specific examples and reasoning.
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How long should my Academic Discussion response be?
Aim for 120-150 words. The task gives you 10 minutes to write your response. Focus on clarity, supporting your opinion with specific examples, and referencing the discussion context rather than writing a longer response.

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