TOEFL TPO -1 Speaking Task 1 Sample: Some people like to throw away old thingslike old books and old newspapers, whileothers like to keep these old things. Whichdo you prefer? Why?

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Some people like to throw away old thingslike old books and old newspapers, whileothers like to keep these old things. Whichdo you prefer? Why?

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1.子项得分

交付 (Delivery): 2
主题发展 (Topic Development): 2
语言使用 (Language Use): 2

2.预估分数

总分: 17

3.表达作为一名托福老师，从交付方面来看，这个回答的语言表达还有待提高。首先，句子之间的连接不够流畅，需要加强逻辑关系的表达。其次，发音方面需要注意一些单词的正确发音。建议多加练习，提高口语表达能力。

4.话题发展从话题发展方面来看，这个回答虽然提到了两个原因来支持观点，但是论述不够深入和详细。建议在举例子时，可以更具体地描述情景，并尝试使用更多的连接词使得论述更加连贯。同时，在回答问题时要注意把问题中的关键词“旧书和旧报纸”纳入论述中。

5. 语言使用

Original:

I totally agree with the statement. There are two main reasons. For the first, throw the old things away can help us forget something. We may feel sometimes low mood when we remember something. For example, when I see an old book, I always think about my parents who has been dead. Secondly, it can help us save the space. There are many things that we don't use and we can throw it away to buy some new things. For example, I like to buy a new sofa and I should throw the old sofa away. These are the reasons why I agree with the statement.

Revised:

I strongly prefer discarding old items, such as books and newspapers, for two main reasons. Firstly, letting go of old possessions can help us move on from certain memories. At times, these items may trigger negative emotions or remind us of painful experiences. For instance, when I come across an old book, it often brings back memories of my deceased parents, which can be quite distressing. Secondly, disposing of unused items allows us to optimize our living space. By clearing out clutter and making room for new acquisitions, we can create a more organized and comfortable environment. For example, I recently decided to replace my worn-out sofa with a new one and had to discard the old one to make space. These are the reasons why I advocate for discarding old belongings.

I strongly prefer discarding old items (revised "I totally agree with the statement" for clarity and specificity), such as books and newspapers, for two main reasons (revised "There are two main reasons" for better flow). Firstly, letting go of old possessions (revised "throw the old things away" for better vocabulary) can help us move on from certain memories (revised "forget something" for clarity). At times, these items may trigger negative emotions or remind us of painful experiences (added explanation). For instance, when I come across an old book, it often brings back memories of my deceased parents (revised "parents who has been dead" for proper grammar), which can be quite distressing (added explanation). Secondly, disposing of unused items (revised "it can help us save the space" for better vocabulary) allows us to optimize our living space (added explanation). By clearing out clutter and making room for new acquisitions (added explanation), we can create a more organized and comfortable environment (added explanation). For example, I recently decided to replace my worn-out sofa with a new one and had to discard the old one to make space (revised "I like to buy a new sofa and I should throw the old sofa away" for better vocabulary and grammar). These are the reasons why I advocate for discarding old belongings (revised "why I agree with the statement" for clarity and specificity).

Corrected:

I strongly prefer discarding old items (revised "I totally agree with the ~~statement. There~~ statement" for clarity and specificity), such as books and newspapers, for two main reasons (revised "There are two main ~~reasons.~~ reasons" for better flow). Firstly, letting go of old possessions (revised "throw the old things away" for better vocabulary) can help us move on from certain memories (revised "forget something" for clarity). At times, these items may trigger negative emotions or remind us of painful experiences (added explanation). For ~~the first, throw the old things away can help us forget something. We may feel sometimes low mood~~ instance, when ~~we remember something. For example, when I see~~ I come across an old book, ~~I always think about~~ it often brings back memories of my deceased parents (revised "parents who has been ~~dead.~~ dead" for proper grammar), which can be quite distressing (added explanation). Secondly, it disposing of unused items (revised "it can help us save the ~~space. There are many things that~~ space" for better vocabulary) allows us to optimize our living space (added explanation). By clearing out clutter and making room for new acquisitions (added explanation), we ~~don't use and we can throw it away to buy some new things.~~ can create a more organized and comfortable environment (added explanation). For example, I recently decided to replace my worn-out sofa with a new one and had to discard the old one to make space (revised "I like to buy a new sofa and I should throw the old sofa ~~away.~~ away" for better vocabulary and grammar). These are the reasons why I advocate for discarding old belongings (revised "why I agree with the ~~statement.~~statement" for clarity and specificity).

思维导图


- Preference/Opinion
  - Agree with the statement

- Main Point 1
  - Forgetting unwanted memories
    - Example: Old book reminds of deceased parents

- Main Point 2
  - Saving space
    - Example: Replacing old sofa with a new one

- Conclusion
  - Throwing away old things can be beneficial for mental health and space management

关键词

Word	Phonetic Symbols	Parts of Speech	English Definition	Simplified Chinese Translation	Sample Sentence
discard	/dɪˈskɑːrd/	verb	to throw away or get rid of	丢弃，抛弃	Discarding old items can help us forget painful memories and create space for new ones.
declutter	/diˈklʌtər/	verb	to remove unnecessary items	整理，去杂乱	Decluttering our living space can improve our mental well-being.
reminisce	/ˌremɪˈnɪs/	verb	to think about past events	回忆，追忆	Sometimes, it's better not to reminisce about the past and focus on the present.
sentimentality	/ˌsentɪmenˈtæləti/	noun	excessive tenderness, sadness, or nostalgia	多愁善感	Letting go of sentimentality can help us move forward in life.
rejuvenate	/rɪˈdʒuːvəneɪt/	verb	to make something or someone look or feel younger, fresher, or more lively	使恢复活力，使年轻	Replacing old items with new ones can rejuvenate our living space.

补充示例
Sub-opinion: Throwing away old clothes can help us update our wardrobe. Explanation: Old clothes may not fit well or be out of fashion. Supporting example: Donating old clothes and buying new ones can make us feel more confident and stylish.
Sub-opinion: Discarding broken items can improve safety. Explanation: Broken items may cause accidents or injuries. Supporting example: Throwing away a damaged ladder and replacing it with a new one can prevent accidents at home.
Sub-opinion: Letting go of old technology can increase efficiency. Explanation: Newer technology often has better features and performance. Supporting example: Replacing an old computer with a new one can help us work faster and more efficiently.
Sub-opinion: Removing old decorations can refresh our living environment. Explanation: Changing decorations can give our home a new look and feel. Supporting example: Discarding old paintings and buying new ones can make our home feel more modern and vibrant.
Sub-opinion: Throwing away expired products can protect our health. Explanation: Expired products may be harmful or less effective. Supporting example: Discarding expired medicine and replacing it with fresh ones ensures we receive the proper treatment when needed.