TOEFL TPO 1 Speaking Task 1 Sample: Some people believe that television has had a positive influence on society. Others believe it has had a negative influence on society. Which do you agree with and why? Use details and examples to explain your opinion.

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 从交付方面来看，发言者的语言流利，语速较为稳定，偶尔有停顿。为了提高表达能力，建议发言者注意在适当的地方停顿，以及提高发音准确性。

4.话题发展 从话题发展方面来看，发言者提供了一个相对连贯和有组织的回答，并在一定程度上阐述了观点。但是，可以进一步完善观点的支持和例子。建议发言者尝试提供更具体的例子和论据来支持观点，并确保各个观点之间有明确的联系。

5.语言使用

原文：For me, television is a tool that depends on people's minds, which means how we use it. In my opinion, television's influence on society depends on how people utilize it. (改进了句子结构，使其更自然。)

If we use it in a positive way, it will have some benefits. When used positively, television offers numerous benefits. (使用了更高级的词汇和更自然的表达方式。)

For example, if we watch TV together with our family members, we could discuss some news or topics on the TV. For instance, watching TV with family members can promote discussions about news or various topics presented on the screen. (改进了句子结构，使其更自然。)

It could promote communication. This fosters better communication among family members. (使用了更高级的词汇和更自然的表达方式。)

But if we use television in a negative way, it might hurt our health. However, when television is misused, it can negatively impact our health. (改进了句子结构，使其更自然。)

If we watch TV for the whole night, we would have no energy to focus on studying or working. For example, watching TV all night can lead to a lack of energy and focus for studying or working the next day. (改进了句子结构，使其更自然。)

In my opinion, television's influence on society depends on how people utilize it. When used positively, television offers numerous benefits. For instance, watching TV with family members can promote discussions about news or various topics presented on the screen. This fosters better communication among family members. However, when television is misused, it can negatively impact our health. For example, watching TV all night can lead to a lack of energy and focus for studying or working the next day. Therefore, it is crucial to use television responsibly and strike a balance between its advantages and potential drawbacks.

6.思维导图

• Preference or opinion: The impact of television on society depends on how people use it
  • Key idea: Positive use of TV brings benefits
    • Supporting example 1: watch TV with family, facilitate discussion about news and topics
    • Supporting Example 2: Improve communication among family members
  • Key idea: Negative use of television has adverse health effects
    • Supporting Example 1: Watching TV all night leads to lack of energy and inability to concentrate on study or work
  • Conclusion: Use TV wisely, balancing its advantages and potential disadvantages

7.关键词

8.补充示例

1. Sub-opinion: Television can enhance knowledge

   • Explanation: People can learn a lot of new knowledge by watching documentaries and educational programs
   • Supporting examples: For example, watching documentaries about nature and history can broaden people's horizons

2. Sub-opinion: TV can help you relax

   • Explanation: After a stressful work or study, watching a comedy or entertainment program can make people relax
   • Supporting examples: For example, watching a light-hearted movie or comedy show can help reduce stress

3. Sub-opinion: TV may cause children to become addicted

   • Explanation: Watching too much TV may make children neglect school and outdoor activities
   • Supporting examples: For example, prolonged TV viewing may lead to poor grades and lack of exercise in children

4. Sub-opinion: TV ads can mislead consumers

   • Explanation: Some TV advertisements may exaggerate the advantages of products and mislead consumers to make wrong purchase decisions
   • Supporting examples: For example, some advertisements for weight loss products may exaggerate their effects, leading consumers to have unrealistic expectations