TOEFL TPO 62 Speaking Task 2 Sample: The woman disagrees with the parking lot proposal presented in the University paper. Explain the proposal and the reasons the woman gives for opposing it.

{"content": "Well, in the letter, the student suggests that the university should use the Sanders Field as the new parking location because, first of all, the field is not being used for sports since the new stadium was built two years ago and also, students in a dorm and students who live off-campus really need some extra parking spaces and the woman in conversation disagrees, she thinks it's wrong because the field is useful to students Even though it's not used for sports, students go there a lot to study and relax and, you know, they always hang out a lot there, it's a nice spot for them and also, she thinks it's great to have an open area like the field and also, she does not think students need extra parking space because they already have, you know, parking places and they'll never fall Commuting students, plus, really prefer to park somewhere closer to the classroom building and they have to take at least 15 minutes walk from the Sanders Field, so it's not going to be useful and practical"} {"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 basic and complex grammatical structures that allow for coherent, efficient (automatic) expression of relevant ideas. Contains generally effective word choice. Though some minor (or systematic) errors or imprecise use may be noticeable, they do not require listener effort (or obscure meaning).", "delivery_description": "Speech is generally clear, fluid and sustained. It may include minor lapses or minor difficulties with pronunciation or intonation. Pace may vary at times as the speaker attempts to recall information. 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": 180, "n_paragraphs": 1, "n_sentences": 0, "score_delta": 0} {"corrections": [{"original": "the Sanders Field as the new parking location because, first of all,", "revised": "the Sanders Field as the new parking location because first of all,", "reason": "Removed unnecessary comma after 'because'.", "type": "punctuation"}, {"original": "and also, students in a dorm and students who live off-campus really need some extra parking spaces and", "revised": "and also, students in dorms and students who live off-campus really need some extra parking spaces and", "reason": "'dorm' should be plural to match 'students'.", "type": "number agreement"}, {"original": "the woman in conversation disagrees, she thinks it's wrong because the field is useful to students Even though it's not used for sports,", "revised": "the woman in conversation disagrees. She thinks it's wrong because the field is useful to students. Even though it's not used for sports,", "reason": "Split run-on sentence into two sentences.", "type": "sentence structure"}, {"original": ", you know, they always hang out a lot there, it's a nice spot for them and also, she thinks it's great to have an open area like the field and also, she does not think students need extra parking space because they already have, you know, parking places and they'll never fall Commuting students, plus, really prefer to park somewhere closer to the classroom building and they have to take at least 15 minutes walk from the Sanders Field, so it's not going to be useful and practical", "revised": ", you know, they always hang out a lot there. It's a nice spot for them. Also, she thinks it's great to have an open area like the field. Additionally, she does not think students need extra parking space because they already have enough parking places. Commuting students prefer to park somewhere closer to the classroom building and they have to take at least a 15-minute walk from Sanders Field, so it's not going to be useful or practical.", "reason": "Corrected run-on sentences and improved clarity by breaking into shorter sentences. Corrected 'fall' to 'find' for context accuracy.", "type": [{"run-on sentence correction": {"clarity improvement": {"context accuracy": {"number agreement": "punctuation correction"}}}}]}]} {"revised_answer": "In the letter, Jason suggests that the university should convert Sanders Field into a new parking lot. He argues that since the field hasn't been used for sports events after the new stadium was built two years ago, it is currently wasted space. He believes this area could be better utilized to provide additional parking for both dormitory residents and off-campus students. However, the woman in the conversation disagrees with Jason's proposal. She argues that Sanders Field is still very useful to students, even if it's not used for sports. Many students use it as a place to relax, study, or hang out. She emphasizes that it's important to have open spaces like this on campus for outdoor activities. Additionally, she points out that there is already sufficient parking near the dorms and these lots are rarely full. She also mentions that commuting students prefer parking closer to classroom buildings, and Sanders Field is a 15-minute walk from the main part of campus, making it impractical for their needs.", "n_revised_paragraphs": 1, "n_revised_sentences": 9, "revised_words": 169, "revised_speaking_statistics": "{"words": 169, "unique_words": 124}"} {"example_audio": "https://lingoleapcdn-c4b3fvbvaxg2d4c5.z01.azurefd.net/audiotest/aea2ZezxWPFZ.mp3?se=2024-08-20T10%3A21%3A28Z&sp=r&sv=2023-01-03&sr=b&sig=bE5DyyVZCCXyWYcafMt%2BSKhtUG0Vqeg29ayk2ep%2BGn8%3D"} {"mindmap": {"Preference or Opinion": {"Student's Suggestion": {"Main Point": "Use Sanders Field as new parking location", "Supporting Examples": ["Field not used for sports since new stadium built", "Students in dorm and off-campus need extra parking spaces"]}, "Woman's Disagreement": {"Main Point": "Field is useful to students", "Supporting Examples": ["Students use the field to study and relax", "Open area like the field is great for students", "Existing parking spaces are sufficient", "Commuting students prefer parking closer to classroom buildings"]}}}, "keywords": [{"word": "utilitarian", "phonetic_symbol": "/\u02ccju\u02d0t\u026a\u02c8l\u026at\u0259ri\u0259n/", "part_of_speech": "adjective", "definition": "designed to be useful or practical rather than attractive", "sample_sentence": "The student's suggestion is utilitarian, focusing on the practical need for more parking spaces."}, {"word": "amenity", "phonetic_symbol": "/\u0259\u02c8mi\u02d0n\u026ati/", "part_of_speech": "noun", "definition": "a desirable or useful feature or facility of a building or place", "sample_sentence": "The woman believes that Sanders Field is an important amenity for students who use it to study and relax."}, {"word": "commute", "phonetic_symbol": "/k\u0259\u02c8mju\u02d0t/", "part_of_speech": "verb", "definition": "(of a person) travel some distance between one's home and place of work on a regular basis", "sample_sentence": ""Commuting students prefer to park closer to classroom buildings," she argued, supporting her opinion against using Sanders Field for parking."}, {"word": "pragmatic", "phonetic_symbol": "/pr\u00e6\u0261\u02c8m\u00e6t\u026ak/", "part_of_speech": "adjective", "definition": "dealing with things sensibly and realistically in a way that is based on practical rather than theoretical considerations", "sample_sentence": "While the student's suggestion is pragmatic, focusing on immediate needs, the woman values the long-term benefits of having an open space."}, {"word": "infrastructure", "phonetic_symbol": " /\u02c8\u026anfr\u0259str\u028ckt\u0283\u0259r/", "part_of_speech": "noun", "definition": "the basic physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the operation of a society or enterprise", "sample_sentence": "The woman believes that existing infrastructure already provides adequate parking, making additional spaces unnecessary."}]} {"additional_examples": ["The student believes that extending library hours would benefit those who study late at night. For instance, many students, especially those with part-time jobs, find it difficult to study during regular hours. Extending the hours would provide them with a quiet place to focus on their studies. Additionally, a survey conducted last semester showed that 65% of students would use the library if it were open later.", "The student argues that offering more online courses would be advantageous. One reason is that online courses provide flexibility for students who have busy schedules or live far from campus. For example, a student who works full-time can attend classes without having to commute. Moreover, studies have shown that online learning can be just as effective as traditional classroom learning.", "The student suggests that the university should invest in more sustainable energy sources. This is important because it would reduce the campus's carbon footprint and promote environmental responsibility. For example, installing solar panels on campus buildings could significantly cut down on energy costs and provide a renewable source of energy. Additionally, this initiative could serve as an educational tool for students studying environmental science.", "The student proposes that the university should offer more internship opportunities through partnerships with local businesses. This would give students practical experience in their field of study and improve their job prospects after graduation. For instance, a business major could gain valuable insights by interning at a local company. Furthermore, these partnerships could strengthen the university's ties with the community.", "The student believes that creating more social spaces on campus would enhance student life. These spaces would provide areas for students to relax and socialize between classes. For example, adding more seating areas and green spaces around campus could encourage students to spend time outdoors and interact with their peers. Additionally, such improvements could foster a greater sense of community among students."]}