TOEFL TPO -1 Speaking Task 2 Sample: The man expresses his opinion about the proposal described in the letter. Briefly summarize the plan. Then state his opinion about the plan and explain the reasons he gives for holding that opinion.

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Task Overview

Reading Passage

Finishing Math Courses Early New students at the university are required to take introductory math courses, but some students already understand the concepts being taught in these courses. I think these students should be allowed to take the course exams ahead of schedule and complete the courses early. Since exams are the main factor determining students' grades in introductory math courses, if students can pass the tests, it shouldn't matter when they do it. Additionally, students must take required courses in other subjects that they might find more difficult. If they didn't have to spend time attending these math classes, they could spend more time on those other courses.

Question

The man expresses his opinion about the proposal described in the letter. Briefly summarize the plan. Then state his opinion about the plan and explain the reasons he gives for holding that opinion.

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Evaluation Result

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，你的发言相对清晰，但仍有改进的空间。要确保语速保持一致，适当地使用停顿。此外，请注意正确发音单词以避免拼写错误。练习朗读和模仿母语人士的发音可以帮助你提高这方面的能力。

4.话题发展 In terms of topic development, your response is coherent and well-organized, but there is room for improvement. Make sure to provide a clear summary of the plan and the man's opinion, as well as the reasons he gives for holding that opinion. Additionally, try to include more specific examples or details from the listening passage to support your points. This will help strengthen your response and demonstrate a deeper understanding of the material.

5.语言使用

Original Answer: ~~In the proposal, the author says that students should be allowed to finish their exams and homework ahead of schedule if they are good at it.~~ In the proposal, the author suggests that students who excel in introductory math courses should be allowed to complete their exams and coursework ahead of schedule. (在这里，我们使用了更自然的表达方式，并使用了更高级的词汇。)

~~And if they can pass the tests, they should be allowed to learn some other courses so they can have more time to deal with other courses.~~ If they pass the exams, they should be permitted to focus on other subjects, allowing them more time to manage their workload. (这里我们使用了更准确的词汇和更自然的句子结构。)

~~In the lecture, the man agrees with this plan because he thinks that it can help him to save his time.~~ In the listening passage, the man supports this plan as he believes it can help him save time. (我们改进了句子结构，使其更自然流畅。)

~~For example, he is having a hard time in finding time to do the homework in his literature class.~~ For instance, he struggles to find time for his literature class assignments. (我们简化了句子并使用了更高级的词汇。)

~~Secondly, he thinks it wouldn't add any additional homework for him.~~ Furthermore, he believes it would not increase his overall workload. (我们使用了更自然的表达方式和更高级的词汇。)

Revised Answer (140 words): In the proposal, the author suggests that students who excel in introductory math courses should be allowed to complete their exams and coursework ahead of schedule. If they pass the exams, they should be permitted to focus on other subjects, allowing them more time to manage their workload. In the listening passage, the man supports this plan as he believes it can help him save time. For instance, he struggles to find time for his literature class assignments. Furthermore, he believes it would not increase his overall workload.

6.思维导图


- Proposal
  - Introductory math courses
  - Complete exams and coursework early

- Benefits
  - Focus on other subjects
  - Manage workload

- Listening passage
  - Man's support
    - Save time
    - No increased workload

7.关键词

Word	Phonetic Symbols	Parts of Speech	English Definition	Simplified Chinese Translation	Sample Sentence
excel	/ɪkˈsɛl/	verb	To be exceptionally good at or proficient in an activity or subject	擅长，突出	Students who excel in math should be given the opportunity to advance at their own pace.
workload	/ˈwɜrkˌloʊd/	noun	The amount of work assigned to or expected from a person in a specified time period	工作量	Balancing a heavy workload can be challenging for college students.
struggle	/ˈstrʌɡəl/	verb	To experience difficulty and make a very great effort in order to do something	努力，挣扎	Many students struggle with time management when they first enter university.
permit	/pərˈmɪt/	verb	To allow someone to do something, especially by an official decision, rule, or law	允许，准许	The university should permit students to choose their own course schedules based on their individual needs and interests.
furthermore	/fɜrðərˈmɔr/	adverb	In addition to what has already been said; moreover	此外，而且	The new policy will benefit students academically; furthermore, it will also help them develop better time management skills.