TOEFL TPO 49 Speaking Task 2 Sample: The man expresses his opinion about the proposal described in the letter. Briefly summarize the proposal. Then state his opinion about the proposal and explain the reasons he gives for holding that opinion.

{"content": "In a letter, students suggest that the textbook list should be available earlier, which would not only help students to buy less expensive copies, but also help them to start work on reading earlier. In a conversation, the men think that the proposal is quite a good idea. Firstly, the available list would allow students to look around less expensive copies on their own through the Internet. For example, they could buy used books online. Getting books ahead of time through the Internet would save a lot of money. Secondly, students could be busy with assignments at the start of semesters. They would find it hard to keep up with all the assignments. So start earlier gives them an opportunity to do some preparations before the class really starts."} {"grammar_issues": "The response demonstrates good control of basic and complex grammatical structures with only minor errors.", "are_ideas_well_supported": "Yes, the ideas are well-supported with relevant examples and explanations.", "transitions": "The transitions between ideas are clear and logical.", "is_addressing_the_question": "Yes, the response addresses the question by summarizing the proposal and stating the man's opinion along with his reasons.", "topic_development_description": "The response presents a clear progression of ideas and conveys the relevant information required by the task. It includes appropriate detail, though it may have minor errors or minor omissions.", "language_use_description": "The response demonstrates good control of grammar and vocabulary, allowing for coherent and efficient expression of relevant ideas. Minor errors do not obscure meaning.", "delivery_description": "Speech is generally clear, fluid, and sustained. There may be minor lapses or difficulties with pronunciation or intonation, but overall intelligibility remains high.", "delivery": 4, "language_use": 4, "topic_development": 4, "subscore_catetories": ["delivery", "language_use", "topic_development"], "score": 30, "total_score": 30, "raw_score": 4.0, "n_words": 129, "n_paragraphs": 1, "n_sentences": 8, "score_delta": 6.0} {"corrections": [{"original": "the men think", "revised": "the man thinks", "reason": "Subject-verb agreement: 'men' should be singular 'man' to match the verb 'thinks'.", "type": "grammar"}, {"original": "look around less expensive copies", "revised": "look for less expensive copies", "reason": "'Look around' is incorrect in this context; 'look for' is the correct phrase.", "type": "word choice"}, {"original": "So start earlier gives", "revised": "So starting earlier gives", "reason": "'Start' should be in gerund form 'starting' to function correctly as the subject of the sentence.", "type": "grammar"}]} {"revised_answer": "In a letter, a student suggests that the textbook list should be made available earlier. This would help students buy less expensive copies and start their reading assignments sooner. In a conversation, the man thinks that the proposal is an excellent idea. Firstly, having the list available early would allow students to search for cheaper textbooks on their own, particularly online. For instance, they could purchase used books from various websites, which would save them a significant amount of money. Secondly, he agrees with the point about reading assignments. At the beginning of the semester, students are often overwhelmed with various tasks and may struggle to keep up with all their assignments. By having access to the textbook list earlier, students could use their free time before the semester starts to get a head start on their readings and preparations. This would make it easier for them to manage their workload once classes begin.", "n_revised_paragraphs": 1, "n_revised_sentences": 9, "revised_words": 154, "revised_speaking_statistics": "{"words": 154, "unique_words": 106}"} {"example_audio": "https://lingoleapcdn-c4b3fvbvaxg2d4c5.z01.azurefd.net/audio/ae80hLY2evf7.mp3?se=2024-11-07T12%3A56%3A27Z&sp=r&sv=2023-01-03&sr=b&sig=qgBSAh18kWyHZXo%2B/xeJ0B3c93hyRE82c8txQwI61P8%3D"} {"mindmap": {"Preference or Opinion": {"Main Point": "Textbook list should be available earlier", "Supporting Examples": ["Buy less expensive copies", "Start work on reading earlier"]}, "Conversation": {"Main Point": "Proposal is a good idea", "Supporting Examples": ["Look for less expensive copies online", "Save money by buying used books online", "Start preparations before the class starts"]}}, "keywords": [{"word": "proposal", "phonetic_symbol": "/pr\u0259\u02c8po\u028a.z\u0259l/", "part_of_speech": "noun", "definition": "a plan or suggestion, especially a formal or written one, put forward for consideration by others.", "sample_sentence": "The proposal to make the textbook list available earlier is quite a good idea."}, {"word": "assignments", "phonetic_symbol": "/\u0259\u02c8sa\u026an.m\u0259nts/", "part_of_speech": "noun", "definition": "tasks or pieces of work allocated to someone as part of a job or course of study.", "sample_sentence": "Students could be busy with assignments at the start of semesters, so starting earlier gives them an opportunity to do some preparations."}, {"word": "preparations", "phonetic_symbol": "/\u02ccprep.\u0259\u02c8re\u026a.\u0283\u0259nz/", "part_of_speech": "noun", "definition": "(the action or process of making ready or being made ready for use or consideration.", "sample_sentence": "Starting preparations before the class really starts can help students manage their workload better."}, {"word": "expensive", "phonetic_symbol": "/\u026ak\u02c8spen.s\u026av/", "part_of_speech": "adjective", "definition": "(of an item) costing a lot of money.", "'sample_sentence'": "Buying less expensive copies of textbooks can save students a significant amount of money."}, {"'word'": "opportunity", "'phonetic_symbol'": " /\u02cc\u0251\u02d0.p\u025a\u02c8tu\u02d0.n\u0259.t\u032ci/", "'part_of_speech'": "noun", "'definition'": "a set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something.", "'sample_sentence'": "Starting earlier gives students an opportunity to do some preparations before the class really starts."}]} {"additional_examples": ["One sub-opinion is that having the textbook list earlier would reduce stress for students. For instance, knowing what books are required ahead of time allows students to plan their finances better and avoid last-minute rushes to the bookstore. This preparation can lead to a more relaxed start to the semester.", "Another sub-opinion is that early access to textbooks can enhance academic performance. For example, students who begin reading and understanding course material before classes start are likely to participate more actively in discussions and perform better in initial assessments.", "A third sub-opinion is that it promotes better time management. For instance, students can allocate their time more effectively if they know what reading materials they need to cover. This can help them balance their academic workload with other responsibilities such as part-time jobs or extracurricular activities.", "A fourth sub-opinion is that it encourages independent learning. For example, students who have access to textbooks early can explore topics of interest at their own pace, fostering a deeper understanding and curiosity about the subject matter.", "Lastly, having the textbook list available earlier can foster a sense of responsibility among students. For instance, by taking the initiative to obtain and start reading their textbooks ahead of time, students learn to take charge of their own education and become more self-reliant."]}